Modern Slavery Statement for Commercial Waste Removal Peckham

Commercial Waste Removal Peckham is committed to the highest standards of integrity and human rights across all operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking or exploitation within our business and supply chain. We recognise our responsibility as a provider of commercial waste removal in Peckham and as a buyer of services and goods to implement robust processes to prevent, identify and remedy modern slavery risks.

We operate a clear and uncompromising stance: no worker should be exploited. Our zero-tolerance approach includes mandatory policies and training for staff and contractors, and an expectation that all suppliers and subcontractors align with our standards. To support this, Peckham commercial waste removal has embedded contract clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery laws and permit audits and corrective actions. We make these commitments publicly available and require suppliers to confirm their adherence to the policy as part of the onboarding process.

In delivering commercial waste services Peckham-wide, we undertake targeted due diligence and supplier audits to manage risk. Our supplier assurance program combines desktop checks, compliance questionnaires and on-site audits where necessary. Key elements of the supplier audit program include:

• Verification of worker rights documentation and lawful payment of wages.
• Assessment of recruitment practices to ensure zero recruitment fees and ethical hiring.
• Review of subcontractor networks to prevent hidden labour exploitation.

We maintain confidential reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely by employees, contractors, suppliers, or members of the public. Reports can be made through designated hotlines, anonymous online reporting mechanisms and internal grievance procedures. All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly by a trained compliance team. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensure investigations are fair and proportionate. Commercial waste removal services in Peckham therefore provide multiple, accessible routes to report suspected modern slavery.

Our governance structures ensure ongoing oversight and accountability. Senior management and the board receive regular updates on modern slavery risks and audit outcomes. We maintain a risk register that captures supplier risk ratings and mitigation measures. Training is compulsory for staff with procurement or operational responsibilities, reinforcing our expectation that procurement decisions consider ethical and human rights impacts as well as cost and service quality.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continuous improvement. Each year we conduct an annual review of our policies, procedures and supplier performance to measure the effectiveness of our actions and to identify areas for enhancement. This review includes analysis of reported incidents, audit findings, and emerging risks in the waste management sector. Outcomes from the annual review inform updates to policy, increased supplier engagement, additional audits, and further training initiatives. Strong collaboration with stakeholders, including local partners and industry peers, supports a cross-sector response to modern slavery risks in waste collection and recycling.

Summary of Commitments

Commercial Waste Removal Peckham pledges the following key actions to combat modern slavery across the business and supply chain:

• Zero-tolerance policy enforced through contractual obligations and staff training;
• Ongoing supplier audits and due diligence to identify and mitigate risk;
• Clear, confidential reporting channels to surface concerns and protect whistleblowers;
• Annual review and continual improvement of controls and remediation steps.

We will continue to monitor and evolve our approach, ensuring our commercial waste removal operations in Peckham remain free from exploitation and aligned with best practice. This statement is made in good faith and will be reviewed and republished annually to reflect progress and changing risks.