Modern Slavery Statement for Business Waste Removal Hayes

Business Waste Removal Hayes is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach and the steps we take to ensure safe, ethical employment and supply chain practices across all waste collection, recycling and commercial waste services in Hayes and the surrounding area. We recognise our responsibility to identify, assess and mitigate the risk of exploitation within our operations and among our suppliers.

Our commitment is rooted in clear governance. The board and senior management provide oversight and allocate resources to ensure compliance with anti-slavery principles. We maintain robust policies that apply to every employee, contractor and partner engaged in Hayes business waste removal and related waste management services. These policies are communicated regularly and reinforced through training and visible leadership.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

The company operates a zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery. Any form of forced labour, debt bondage, human trafficking, or other exploitative practices is strictly prohibited. To enforce this, we require that all suppliers and subcontractors who provide commercial waste removal Hayes services agree to our code of conduct. Key principles include:

• All workers must be legally entitled to work and receive at least the statutory minimum wage;
• Working hours and conditions must meet legal standards and industry norms;
• No worker should be required to pay recruitment fees or surrender identification documents;
• Freedom of movement and the right to leave employment must be preserved.

We perform due diligence across the procurement lifecycle for waste removal in Hayes. Pre-qualification checks, contractual terms and supplier declarations are standard for all onboarding processes. Suppliers are assessed on their labour practices, transparency and remediation capacity. Where risks are identified, we implement corrective action plans and, if necessary, suspend or terminate relationships with non-compliant partners.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

Supplier audits form a central part of our approach to preventing modern slavery in Hayes waste services. We conduct both desktop assessments and on-site inspections of selected suppliers, focusing on those in higher-risk categories. Audit activity includes review of payroll records, recruitment processes, health and safety compliance and worker interviews. Outcomes are documented and shared with senior management, with follow-up actions tracked until closure.

Our procurement teams receive specialist training to recognise indicators of exploitation and to ensure consistent application of our supplier risk framework. We also encourage transparency by asking suppliers to publish their own statements and evidence of compliance with anti-slavery requirements for commercial waste removal providers in Hayes.

We provide multiple reporting channels to enable workers, suppliers and the public to raise concerns. Reports can be made confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Internal whistleblowing procedures protect those who come forward, and we collaborate with appropriate authorities and NGOs where allegations require external investigation. Channels include secure internal reporting lines, designated compliance officers and an independent reporting mechanism.

When a report is received, we undertake a prompt, impartial assessment. If exploitation is substantiated, we take decisive action that may include remediation for affected workers, revising contracts, initiating disciplinary proceedings and notifying law enforcement. Our response aims to prioritise victim support while ensuring appropriate accountability for perpetrators.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement is a cornerstone of our approach. We commit to an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our associated policies and procedures. The review evaluates the effectiveness of training, audit outcomes, incident responses and supplier performance. Improvement plans are established each year, with measurable targets to strengthen prevention, detection and remediation across our Hayes waste management and business waste removal operations.