Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Havering
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the approach of Business Waste Removal Havering and related teams to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that as a provider of commercial waste removal in Havering and nearby areas we have a responsibility to ensure that forced labour, exploitation and trafficking are not taking place in our services, contractors or suppliers. Our commitment is clear: zero-tolerance towards any form of modern slavery.
Policy Overview and Commitment
Our zero-tolerance policy is embedded in procurement, contracting and operations. We require all partners working with Havering business waste removal services and Business Waste Collection Havering programmes to comply with relevant laws and ethical labour standards. We will not knowingly engage with any supplier who tolerates exploitative practices, and we will terminate relationships where violations are confirmed. This statement applies to all employees, temporary staff, contractors and third-party suppliers across commercial waste removal Havering activities.
To deliver on this commitment we maintain clear governance: senior management endorse policy, designated owners coordinate due diligence, and clear escalation procedures are in place. Our contractual terms mandate compliance with anti-slavery obligations and include specific audit rights to verify practices.
We conduct risk-based supplier audits and due diligence across our supplier network. Audit processes are tailored to risk profile, contract size and geographic exposure. Audit activities include site visits, documentation review, worker interviews and checks of payroll, timesheets and subcontractor arrangements. Where necessary, we require corrective action plans and follow-up audits until compliance is demonstrated.
- Identification of high-risk suppliers and routes to market;
- On-site and remote checks of labour conditions;
- Verification of identity and right-to-work documentation;
- Assessment of recruitment and third-party labour providers;
- Regular re-evaluation of supplier risk profiles.
We operate multiple reporting channels to make it easy and safe to raise concerns. Employees, contractors and external stakeholders can use anonymous reporting mechanisms, internal HR and compliance routes, or speak directly to managers. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and confidentially, and we protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Where reports involve suspected modern slavery, we will cooperate with law enforcement and appropriate agencies while ensuring victims receive support and remediation.
Training and awareness are key elements of our prevention strategy. All staff involved in procurement, contract management and operational supervision receive targeted training on recognising signs of exploitation, how to use reporting channels, and their responsibilities under this statement. Suppliers delivering business waste removal Havering services must ensure their supervisory staff receive equivalent training. We use regular communications and briefings to reinforce expectations and share best practice.
Our approach to supplier management emphasises continuous improvement: contractual clauses incorporate audit rights, remediation requirements and termination triggers. Where issues are identified we pursue proportionate remedies, which can include supplier improvement programmes, suspension of work, or termination of agreement for persistent non-compliance. We prioritise the protection of affected individuals and seek to remediate harm wherever possible.
Monitoring, Measurement and Annual Review
Performance against this policy is monitored through a mix of quantitative and qualitative measures: number of audits completed, incidents reported and resolved, supplier compliance rates, and training completion. We will conduct an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our processes to ensure they remain effective and aligned with evolving risks across the waste management sector. The review includes assessment of our supplier audit outcomes, reporting channel effectiveness and any legislative changes relevant to modern slavery and human trafficking.
To support implementation we maintain documented procedures for risk assessment, supplier onboarding and incident response. Senior leaders receive regular updates and are accountable for resourcing activity to prevent exploitation in Havering business waste collection and commercial waste removal operations. Our procurement teams include modern slavery considerations in tender evaluations and contract management routines.
In summary, Business Waste Removal Havering upholds a firm, zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. Through supplier audits, robust reporting channels, staff training, contractual protections and an annual review cycle, we work to identify, prevent and remediate risks in our operations and supply chains. We will continue to strengthen our practices to protect workers and maintain the integrity of our business waste services.
