Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Removal Blackheath

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Commercial Waste Removal Blackheath to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. Our Board and senior management endorse a zero-tolerance policy on slavery and human trafficking. We will not tolerate forced labour, bonded labour, servitude or any form of exploitation in our workforce, our subcontractors or in the networks supporting commercial waste removal in Blackheath and beyond. This statement describes the steps we take to identify, mitigate and remediate risks related to modern slavery.

Our statement applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors and suppliers engaged in refuse collection, skip hire, recycling, transport and ancillary services. We recognise that logistics, manual handling and multi-tier subcontracts can increase risk: therefore our approach to prevention includes clear contractual obligations, worker protections, training and a culture of vigilance. The scope covers Blackheath commercial waste removal activities as well as suppliers who support those activities through transport, maintenance and material processing.

The zero-tolerance policy is operationalised through mandatory standards and swift action where breaches occur. We will suspend or terminate relationships with suppliers that fail to rectify verified incidents. Staff are trained to spot warning signs such as withheld wages, restricted movement, falsified identity documents or third-party debt. Our frontline crews in commercial waste removal Blackheath teams must report concerns immediately; managers escalate issues to the compliance team for rapid assessment and protective measures for potential victims.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

To minimise risk, we conduct risk-based supplier audits and due diligence prior to onboarding and at regular intervals thereafter. These checks include verification of employment contracts, pay records, right-to-work documentation, health and safety compliance and oversight of any subcontractors used in the supply chain. Our procurement process for Blackheath waste removal contracts requires vendors to demonstrate transparent labour practices and to meet our ethical standards.

We evaluate suppliers on multiple dimensions to ensure responsible procurement:

• Evidence of lawful employment and clear contracts for workers;
• Records of wages, hours and lawful deductions;
• Policies on recruitment fees, worker confidentiality and subcontractor management;
• Transparency around the use of temporary labour and labour providers.

Findings from audits inform tailored action plans. Where minor gaps are identified, suppliers receive a remediation plan with deadlines and follow-up audits. In cases of serious non-compliance, we will apply contractual remedies, suspend services or terminate agreements. We also use audit outcomes to prioritise high-risk suppliers within the waste removal Blackheath network and to refine our onboarding criteria for future procurement.

Reporting Channels, Investigations and Victim Support

We maintain multiple, accessible reporting channels so that employees, contractors and third parties can raise concerns safely and confidentially. These channels include internal reporting lines, an anonymous reporting mechanism, and designated welfare officers trained to receive disclosures without prejudice. We commit to a non-retaliation approach for good-faith reporters and to protecting whistleblowers as the matter is investigated.

Upon receipt of a report, we initiate a structured investigation: triage, evidence collection, witness interviews, supplier engagement and risk assessment. Investigations are proportionate, timely and documented. Where victim support is required, we ensure appropriate referrals to specialist services, secure accommodation if needed, and provision of immediate financial safeguards to prevent further exploitation. We will cooperate with law enforcement and authorities while respecting confidentiality and legal obligations.

Continuous monitoring and an annual review cycle ensure the statement and associated policies remain effective. We track performance through key metrics such as the number of supplier audits completed, remedial actions closed, training completion rates for our teams and the time taken to resolve reported incidents. An annual review by senior leadership evaluates policy outcomes, updates risk assessments and sets targets for the coming year. This review will be published as appropriate and reflects our ongoing determination to improve practices across our commercial refuse collection and waste removal services in Blackheath.