Modern Slavery Statement for Business Waste Removal Greenwich

Business Waste Removal Greenwich is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. This statement sets out our approach and confirms a zero-tolerance stance towards any form of forced labour, exploitation or servitude in the provision of commercial waste removal and recycling services. Our Greenwich business waste removal teams, subcontractors and partners must meet clear standards that reflect this commitment and support vulnerable workers.

Scope and Policy

We apply this policy across our entire organisation and to all contracts for business waste removal in Greenwich and surrounding boroughs. Our expectations are communicated through procurement documents, contracts and site inductions. We require suppliers to adhere to minimum employment standards, to provide safe working conditions and to confirm compliance with labour laws. The policy is enforced by contractual clauses that permit audits and corrective actions where risks are identified.

Supply chain controls include risk-based supplier assessment, mandatory compliance declarations and periodic audits. Our Greenwich waste removal supply chain is mapped to identify higher-risk sectors, and we prioritise follow-up where necessary. Key measures include:

• Supplier risk profiling and due diligence checks
• Contractual anti-slavery clauses and audit rights
• Remediation plans when violations are found

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

Our approach to due diligence for waste removal services in Greenwich combines desktop checks, site inspections and worker interviews where feasible. We conduct regular audits of haulage, skip hire and recycling partners, aiming to verify pay practices, working hours and recruitment arrangements. Audits are risk-led and repeated until corrective measures demonstrate sustained improvement. We maintain records of supplier performance to inform procurement decisions and to support continuous improvement.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide secure and confidential reporting channels for employees, subcontractors and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery. Reports may be made anonymously and will be treated sensitively; all claims are investigated promptly. We promote these reporting routes internally and with business partners so that anyone involved in Greenwich business waste removal can report suspicions without fear of retaliation. Our reporting framework includes internal escalation and referral to appropriate authorities when required.

When an allegation is substantiated, we take swift action to protect potential victims and to hold perpetrators accountable. Remedial measures range from requiring suppliers to implement corrective action plans to terminating contracts where serious abuse is confirmed. We also cooperate with law enforcement and external agencies and provide support to affected individuals, including securing safe working alternatives and assisting with access to legal and welfare services.

Training, Monitoring and Annual Review

We provide targeted training for staff involved in procurement, contract management and on-site supervision within our Greenwich waste removal services. Training focuses on recognising signs of exploitation, understanding supplier audit processes and using reporting channels. Performance indicators are monitored and reviewed annually to measure effectiveness and to drive improvements.

Senior leadership retains responsibility for implementing this modern slavery policy across our commercial waste removal operations. Roles and responsibilities are defined so that compliance is embedded into everyday decision-making, from contract award to operational delivery. We require our contractors to appoint compliance leads and to maintain transparent records of labour arrangements and payments.

This statement is reviewed at least once every 12 months and updated as necessary to reflect changes in our business, the supply chain and emerging risks related to business waste removal services in Greenwich. We are committed to continuous improvement and will continue to invest in audit capability, supplier engagement and staff training to eradicate modern slavery from our operations. We remain resolute in our zero-tolerance approach and will publish outcomes of our annual review and any material amendments to this policy.