Business Waste Removal Forest Hill Modern Slavery Statement
Business Waste Removal Forest Hill is committed to upholding human rights and combating modern slavery in all forms across our operations and supply chains. We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, human trafficking and any exploitative practices. This statement sets out our ongoing approach to identifying, preventing and addressing risks of modern slavery in the provision of business waste removal in Forest Hill and related waste management services.
Our core values require that every member of staff, contractor and supplier involved in commercial waste removal Forest Hill work to the highest standards of integrity. We understand that risks vary by activity and geography, so we actively assess our contracts, workflows and logistics to detect potential vulnerabilities. Respect for people underpins our procurement, recruitment and operational procedures.
We will not tolerate labour exploitation in the Forest Hill waste collection sector or anywhere in our value chain. All new supplier agreements include contractual clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery laws and allow for audit and termination where breaches are discovered. Our leadership team regularly communicates this stance to staff, subcontractors and partners to ensure our zero-tolerance policy is clearly understood and enforced.
Zero-Tolerance Policy and Internal Controls
The zero-tolerance policy is embedded in our company code of conduct and operational manuals. We require all employees to complete training on modern slavery awareness and ethical conduct. Any breach of the policy triggers disciplinary action and may lead to termination of contracts with suppliers or subcontractors who fail to remedy issues. We also maintain risk-based vetting for new hires and third-party workforce providers to reduce exposure to exploitative practices.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
Our supplier due diligence and supplier audits form a central part of our approach to mitigating modern slavery risk in Forest Hill waste removal services. We perform pre-qualification checks and ongoing audits for high-risk suppliers. Audits cover employment records, payment practices, working hours, health and safety standards and subcontracting arrangements. Findings are documented and corrective action plans are required where non-compliance is identified.We maintain a risk register for our supply chain and apply enhanced monitoring to suppliers that deliver labour-intensive services such as bulky waste collection, recycling processing and vehicle support services. Audit procedures include site visits, remote assessments and the use of third-party verifiers when needed. Corrective steps may include mandatory retraining, contract suspension or termination if improvements are not made.
To support transparency, we require suppliers to provide evidence of payroll compliance and legally required documentation for their workers. Our procurement terms include the right to inspect records and to demand remedial action within a defined timeframe. We encourage ethical sourcing and work collaboratively with suppliers to build capacity on worker rights and responsible employment practices. Supplier engagement is prioritised to ensure long-term compliance and shared commitment.
Reporting Channels and WhistleblowingOur reporting channels are designed to provide secure, confidential and accessible routes for workers and stakeholders to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery. We operate anonymous reporting mechanisms and internal hotlines, supported by a clear process for investigation. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and escalated to senior management where necessary. Retaliation against whistleblowers is strictly prohibited and will itself be treated as a breach of company policy.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
We conduct an annual review of our modern slavery risk management framework and this Modern Slavery Statement. The review considers audit outcomes, incident reports, changes in legislation and evolving risks in the waste removal and recycling sector around Forest Hill. Findings drive updates to our policies, training materials and supplier requirements.
Key actions from our annual review cycle include:
- Updating risk assessments for new services and geographies;
- Enhancing audit frequency for higher-risk suppliers;
- Refreshing employee and contractor training to reflect best practice;
- Strengthening contractual protections and remedial clauses.
Business Waste Removal Forest Hill remains committed to preventing modern slavery, upholding human rights and continuously improving our systems. We will continue to work with suppliers, industry partners and stakeholders to strengthen safeguards across commercial waste removal Forest Hill operations and to ensure that our practices reflect our zero-tolerance stance, robust supplier audits, trusted reporting channels and a rigorous annual review process.
