Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Herne Hill

Commercial Waste Herne Hill is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. This modern slavery policy sets out the zero-tolerance approach we take to exploitation, the steps we take through supplier audits and due diligence, how we provide secure and confidential reporting channels, and our commitment to an annual review that drives continuous improvement across Herne Hill commercial waste services. We recognise the responsibility of companies handling commercial waste in Herne Hill and adjacent communities to act decisively against forced labour and trafficking.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery. All employees, contractors and suppliers involved in commercial-waste Herne Hill services must adhere to our standards. Any evidence of forced labour, child exploitation or coercion within our supply chains will trigger immediate corrective action. We are unequivocal: no tolerance, no exceptions. Staff training emphasises recognising signs of exploitation during collections, processing, transport and recycling operations.

Scope and Responsibilities

The statement covers all operations delivering Commercial Waste - Herne Hill collections, transfer and disposal services. Senior management sponsor our anti-slavery programme and compliance teams lead supplier due diligence. We require all partners and subcontractors to sign our anti-slavery terms and to sustain records demonstrating lawful employment practices, fair pay and working conditions. Procurement criteria include checks on employment contracts, right-to-work documentation and worker welfare.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Our supplier audits form the backbone of our prevention strategy for Herne Hill commercial waste activities. We conduct risk-based assessments and on-site inspections for high-risk suppliers and randomly audit others. Audit measures include verification of payroll records, interviews with workers, checks for recruitment fees, and observation of working conditions. Where non-compliance is identified, we require corrective action plans and follow-up audits to verify remediation.

Supplier Expectations

We expect suppliers to implement their own anti-slavery policies and to cascade these requirements down their subcontracting chains. For commercial waste herne hill contracts, suppliers must provide transparency about labour sourcing, recruitment agencies, and third-party workforce providers. Our contractual terms include the right to suspend or terminate agreements for serious breaches related to modern slavery and related abuses.

Key audit components include:

• Verification of worker identity and legal employment status
• Payroll and time-record checks to prevent wage withholding
• Inspection for adequate living conditions where applicable

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels to ensure anyone can raise concerns safely about commercial waste Herne Hill operations. Staff, contractors, and third parties can report suspected modern slavery via anonymous reporting lines, secure email to compliance (internal), or through designated safeguarding officers. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and take every report seriously, opening investigations promptly and preserving confidentiality to the fullest extent.

Investigation and Remediation

Reported concerns are triaged and, where credible, investigated by a multi-disciplinary team. We collaborate with relevant authorities and NGOs when necessary. Remedial actions range from supplier remediation and restitution to terminated contracts and referral to law enforcement. Protecting victims and ensuring safe outcomes is central to our response.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and associated policies for commercial waste in Herne Hill. The review evaluates audit findings, incident reports, training effectiveness and supplier performance. Outcomes inform revised risk assessments, strengthened contractual controls and enhanced staff training. Each year we set measurable targets to reduce risks and publish an updated statement reflecting progress and planned actions.