Modern Slavery Statement for Commercial Waste Removal Addiscombe

Commercial Waste Removal Addiscombe is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement covers the activities of our Addiscombe waste removal services and related commercial waste services in and around the borough. We recognise our responsibility to ensure that suppliers, subcontractors and staff operate within the law and our ethical standards, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any evidence of exploitation, forced labour or human trafficking.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Corporate Commitment

Our policy is explicit: we will not tolerate modern slavery in any part of our operations, including within the supply chain of our Addiscombe commercial waste removal business. All employees and contractors are expected to adhere to the policy. We provide training, clear expectations and documented procedures to identify and address risks. The company treats allegations seriously and implements protective measures for those reporting concerns. Any person found to be engaging in modern slavery practices will be subject to disciplinary action and contract termination.

We maintain procurement standards for our waste removal company Addiscombe operations that require supplier declarations, verification checks and contractual clauses prohibiting forced labour. Our anti-slavery requirements are incorporated into tender documentation and supplier terms, and we require due diligence evidence from new and existing partners. This includes identity checks, right-to-work checks where applicable, and reviewing working conditions to confirm compliance with applicable labour laws.

Supplier Audits, Monitoring and Risk Assessment

We conduct regular supplier audits and risk assessments for commercial waste services Addiscombe to monitor compliance. Audits are prioritised by risk level and include site visits, documentation review and interviews with relevant workforce representatives. Audit outcomes are documented and actioned. Suppliers with non-conformances receive corrective action plans and follow-up inspections until issues are resolved.

To strengthen our approach, we provide targeted training for procurement teams and operations staff that manage Addiscombe commercial waste removal contracts. Training covers how to spot indicators of modern slavery, reporting procedures and the ethical responsibilities of monitoring sub-contracting arrangements. We also encourage suppliers to embed the same standards in their downstream relationships.

We maintain a structured approach to supplier engagement that includes:

• Mandatory supplier self-assessments before onboarding;
• Periodic third-party audits for high-risk partners;
• Contractual clauses requiring adherence to anti-slavery standards;
• Escalation processes if suspected exploitation is discovered.

Our reporting channels are clear, confidential and available to employees, contractors and third parties connected to the waste removal sector in Addiscombe. Allegations can be reported through internal whistleblowing procedures and are handled impartially. We ensure complainants are protected from retaliation, and we investigate promptly with an emphasis on protecting the welfare of potentially exploited individuals.

We will cooperate fully with statutory agencies and law enforcement where necessary and will pursue appropriate remediation for victims, including support in accessing legal and welfare assistance. Our records document all reports, investigations and outcomes to ensure transparency and continual learning.

Annual review and continuous improvement are central to our approach. Each year we review this Modern Slavery Statement, evaluate the effectiveness of our policies, audit results and training programmes, and update our safeguards accordingly. The review examines incident trends, supplier performance and any legislative changes affecting commercial waste removal in Addiscombe and the wider sector. Findings lead to improvements in risk controls, auditing frequency and stakeholder communication.