Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Downham

Business Waste Removal Downham is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms across our operations and supply chain. This statement outlines our approach to ensuring ethical practices across commercial and municipal contracts, the standards we expect from partners, and the actions we take to mitigate risk. Our commitment applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers and subcontractors engaged in business waste removal in Downham and surrounding areas.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, exploitation or human trafficking. Every staff member involved in waste management, disposal, transport or recycling is trained to recognise and escalate concerns related to modern slavery. We routinely communicate that exploitation will not be tolerated, and we take prompt action where breaches are suspected. Our procurement and contract terms reflect this stance and form part of our supplier expectations for waste removal Downham services.

Our policy is underpinned by clear responsibilities: managers are accountable for compliance, the procurement team conducts risk-based supplier selection, and our operations leadership ensures on-the-ground adherence. We require transparency and traceability across the chain of custody for waste streams, and we use contractual clauses to prohibit exploitative labour practices. In addition to contractual provisions we encourage early reporting and swift investigation of concerns.

We apply proportionate due diligence to evaluate suppliers who provide commercial waste removal Downham services. This includes pre-qualification checks, reviewing labour practices, and assessing health and safety records. Suppliers are required to demonstrate how they meet labour and human rights standards and to agree to audits where necessary. We also seek assurances that any subcontractors engaged by suppliers meet the same standards expected by Business Waste Removal Downham.

Supplier audits and due diligence

Regular supplier audits are a cornerstone of our approach. Audits may be desktop-based, carried out remotely, or on-site depending on risk level. Audit findings are documented and action plans required where non-compliance is identified. We keep records of audit outcomes, remediation steps, and time-bound corrective actions. Suppliers who repeatedly fail to meet our standards will face contract termination.

Key elements we assess include:

• Contracts and worker documentation to ensure lawful employment;
• Worker welfare measures, including recruitment fee policies and freedom of movement;
• Health and safety standards and training for waste handlers;
• Supply chain visibility for secondary subcontractors and materials handlers.

We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery in activities related to waste removal Downham. Employees and suppliers can raise issues confidentially through internal reporting mechanisms. Where appropriate, reports are escalated to senior management for investigation and resolution. We will not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.

Our monitoring framework includes periodic reviews of procurement records, random spot-checks at operational sites, and performance metrics related to compliance. Where audits or reports identify risks, we implement corrective action plans and follow up to confirm remediation. We also maintain a register of high-risk suppliers and activities and apply heightened scrutiny to these areas.

Business Waste Removal Downham undertakes an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our processes to ensure continuous improvement. The annual review examines the effectiveness of supplier audits, reporting channels and training initiatives, and updates our mitigation measures where necessary. We will continue to strengthen our partnerships and promote ethical waste management practices so that our commercial and industrial waste removal activities remain free from exploitation. We reaffirm our zero-tolerance position and remain committed to transparency, accountability and ongoing vigilance across every part of our business.