Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Plumstead

Business Waste Removal Plumstead is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of its operations. This statement sets out our approach to identifying, preventing and mitigating the risk of forced labour, exploitation and other slavery-type practices across our Plumstead commercial waste services and wider supply chain. We recognise the responsibility to uphold human rights in every contract for waste collection and commercial waste clearance in Plumstead, and we apply a consistent policy across all teams.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Our company operates a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery. All employees, contractors and partners involved in Plumstead business waste removal are required to adhere to this policy. Any instance, suspicion or credible allegation of slavery or human trafficking will be acted upon immediately. We will take decisive measures, including suspension of business relationships and referral to appropriate authorities, to protect individuals and ensure compliance with relevant laws.

The scope of this statement covers direct operations and indirect suppliers. We require suppliers to confirm that they respect labour rights and provide safe working conditions. Our contractual terms for waste collection services Plumstead include explicit anti-slavery clauses and require transparency on recruitment practices, working hours and wage payments. We expect the same high standards from subcontractors engaged in waste handling, transport, recycling and disposal.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct systematic supplier due diligence to identify and mitigate risks. Our approach includes:

• Pre-contract assessments of new suppliers and routine checks for existing partners;
• On-site and remote audits focusing on payroll, recruitment, and working conditions;
• Requirement for suppliers to provide evidence of right-to-work, ethical recruitment policies and worker grievance mechanisms.

Our supplier audits are carried out periodically and when risk indicators arise. Audits combine document review, interviews and site inspections. Findings are recorded, and corrective action plans are mandated where non-compliance is identified. Persistent or serious breaches result in contract termination and possible reporting to enforcement agencies. We also encourage suppliers to cascade anti-slavery expectations down their subcontractor networks to increase transparency throughout the value chain.

We maintain a register of high-risk suppliers and use it to prioritise audit resources. Training for procurement staff and contract managers emphasises detection of modern slavery red flags and consistent application of our contractual anti-slavery requirements in all Plumstead waste management agreements.

Reporting channels are central to our prevention strategy. Employees, contractors and third parties can raise concerns through designated, confidential channels that protect whistleblowers from detrimental treatment. Reports are handled promptly by an appointed compliance lead who will investigate, document outcomes and ensure remediation. We also accept anonymous disclosures where permitted by law.

We support transparency by maintaining records of audits, investigations and corrective actions. Key performance indicators for our modern slavery programme include numbers of supplier audits completed, issues identified, remediation actions implemented and training sessions delivered. Our procurement and sustainability teams review these metrics in regular internal reports.

Annual review: this statement is reviewed at least once every 12 months to reflect evolving risks, legal requirements and best practice. The review assesses the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reporting channels and training. Findings from the annual review lead to updated procedures, revised audit plans and targeted supplier engagement to reduce risk in the Plumstead business waste removal sector.

We are committed to continuous improvement and collaboration with industry partners, regulators and communities to eradicate modern slavery. Through robust due diligence, clear contractual expectations, effective reporting mechanisms and an annual program review, our aim is to ensure that all aspects of our business waste removal in Plumstead and related supply chains operate ethically and lawfully.

All employees and suppliers are expected to understand and support this commitment. Training materials, policy updates and contractual templates are continuously refined to reflect lessons learned and new intelligence about risks in the waste and recycling sector.

This statement is made in good faith and will be published and reviewed annually to demonstrate continued dedication to preventing modern slavery in our Plumstead commercial waste clearance operations and associated supply chains.