Modern Slavery Statement for Business Waste Removal Teddington

Business Waste Removal Teddington is committed to conducting all aspects of our commercial waste removal operations with the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, human trafficking or forced labour within our business and our supply chains. This statement sets out our approach to prevention, detection and remediation across our waste collection and business waste services in Teddington.

Our Commitment and Policy

We require that everyone who works for or with our Teddington business waste removal team is treated fairly and ethically. Our zero-tolerance approach is embedded into our corporate policies, procurement contracts and day-to-day operations. All employment and contracting practices for commercial waste services in Teddington comply with applicable labour laws and industry best practice. Any breach of our slavery and human trafficking policy will lead to appropriate disciplinary or contractual action.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We carry out regular risk assessments focused on areas most vulnerable to exploitation within our business waste collection Teddington activities, including vehicle maintenance, temporary labour and subcontracted clearance work. Key elements include:

• Supplier screening: vetting and background checks for new suppliers.
• Contract clauses: mandatory anti-slavery and human trafficking clauses in agreements.
• Worker verification: confirmation of right to work and lawful employment conditions.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

We perform targeted supplier audits for partners providing waste disposal, recycling and logistics services within Teddington and surrounding areas. These audits combine document review, risk-based site visits and remote checks. Supplier audits assess remuneration, working hours, recruitment practices and sub-contracting arrangements. Where risks are identified, we require corrective action plans and, if necessary, suspend or terminate contracts to protect affected workers.

Our procurement team maintains a central register for all suppliers engaged in business waste removal across Teddington. This register captures compliance records, audit outcomes and remediation progress. We use these records to prioritise higher-risk relationships and to direct resources towards continuous improvement. Training for staff and contractors includes recognition of modern slavery indicators and proper escalation procedures.

We also commit to continuous improvement through collaboration with industry bodies, other commercial waste providers in Teddington and sector-specific initiatives to share intelligence, standardise contractual protections and reduce systemic risks.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing: We provide secure channels for workers, suppliers and the public to report concerns about modern slavery in our business waste removal operations. Reports are taken seriously and handled confidentially, with protections against retaliation. Our internal reporting routes are supplemented by anonymous reporting mechanisms and clearly defined investigation processes. Every report is logged, assessed and, where substantiated, triggers remedial steps and review of controls.

Remediation and Victim Support: When instances of exploitation are identified within any part of our business waste services in Teddington, we act promptly to secure the welfare of affected individuals and to cooperate with law enforcement and relevant authorities. Remediation may include termination of contracts, restitution measures where appropriate and working with third-party experts to ensure victims receive support.

Annual Review and Governance This modern slavery statement is reviewed at least once a year by senior management and the board to ensure it remains effective and reflective of evolving risks in the waste management sector. The review covers policy effectiveness, audit findings, reported incidents, supplier performance and training outcomes. We will update our approach as necessary to strengthen safeguards in the delivery of business waste removal Teddington services.

Conclusion: Business Waste Removal Teddington reaffirms its commitment to eradicating modern slavery from its operations and supply chains. We expect our suppliers and partners to share this commitment and to work transparently with us to protect workers' rights. Through robust due diligence, supplier audits, clear reporting channels and an annual governance review, we aim to prevent exploitation and respond swiftly and effectively should issues arise.

Signed on behalf of the company: the leadership team will continue to monitor, measure and communicate progress against the objectives in this statement, ensuring that the communities we serve and the workers we engage are protected from modern slavery risks in all business waste collection activities across Teddington.

We publish this statement to demonstrate our accountability and to inform stakeholders of the steps we take to uphold human rights and eradicate forced labour from the commercial waste services and business waste removal operations we manage in Teddington.