Modern Slavery Statement for Business Waste Removal Plaistow
Our company that provides business waste removal in Plaistow is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms. This statement outlines our approach, the policies that govern our operations, and the practical steps we take to ensure ethical supply chains and lawful employment throughout our operations and the operations of our suppliers.
Scope and Commitment to Ethical Commercial Waste Removal
We apply a zero-tolerance policy to any form of forced labour, servitude, child labour or human trafficking across our commercial waste collection, recycling and disposal services in Plaistow and surrounding areas. Our expectation is clear: all employees, contractors and partners must operate in a lawful, transparent and dignified manner. We publish a clear code of conduct and require adherence as a condition of business.
Due Diligence, Risk Assessment and Supplier Audits
We conduct ongoing due diligence and risk assessments on our supply chain for Plaistow business waste services, prioritising higher-risk vendors for inspection. Our programme includes supplier onboarding checks, periodic risk scoring and site audits where appropriate. Where audits identify concerns, we take remedial action including contractual corrective plans and, if necessary, suspension of services.
Our supplier audit process is structured and documented. Key elements include:
- Pre-contract checks — identity and legal compliance verification;
- Onsite inspections — worker interviews and documentation review;
- Follow-up reporting — corrective action plans monitored to completion.
We require all suppliers within our Plaistow commercial waste removal network to maintain transparent payroll and working hour records, and to allow independent verification when requested. Our procurement teams are trained to spot indicators of exploitation, such as withheld wages, excessive working hours, restricted movement or symptoms of debt bondage. We include modern slavery clauses in contracts and retain the right to terminate relationships where practices fall short of our standards.
Reporting channels are central to our prevention and response strategy. We offer multiple secure and confidential routes for reporting suspected abuse, including an internal whistleblowing mechanism and an independent third-party reporting line. Reports are triaged by our compliance team and investigated promptly with protections for reporters and clear, timely communication of outcomes.
We believe transparency and remediation are essential. Where exploitation is identified, we prioritise victim safety, work with appropriate authorities and NGOs to provide support, and take decisive commercial action to prevent recurrence. Our approach balances immediate relief for victims with systemic changes to reduce future risks.
To reinforce accountability within our Plaistow business waste removal operations we monitor key performance indicators including the number of supplier audits completed, remedial actions taken and reports received via our channels. Senior leadership reviews these metrics quarterly and supports resources for ongoing compliance activities.
Training and awareness are embedded across our organisation. Staff involved in procurement, contract management, operations and customer engagement undertake regular training on recognising and responding to signs of modern slavery. We also provide guidance to local partners and subcontractors on expectations and legal obligations.
Annual review and continuous improvement: We conduct an annual review of this modern slavery statement and our policies to ensure they remain effective and aligned with evolving best practice. The review assesses audit outcomes, incident responses, training uptake and stakeholder feedback, and leads to concrete updates in policy, supplier screening and operational controls. We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to preventing modern slavery across all our Plaistow commercial waste services.
