Waste Collection Chiswick Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Waste Collection Chiswick to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the waste management sector can be exposed to labour and exploitation risks, and we are committed to ensuring that all work associated with our business is conducted ethically, lawfully, and with respect for human rights.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Approach

Waste Collection Chiswick maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, servitude, debt bondage, child labour, and human trafficking. This commitment applies to our employees, agency staff, contractors, and all suppliers involved in providing goods and services to our business. We will not knowingly engage with any organisation or individual involved in, or turning a blind eye to, modern slavery practices.

Our leadership team is responsible for ensuring that this commitment is embedded into our policies, processes, and everyday decision-making. We expect all those who work with or for us to share this commitment and to act with integrity and transparency in all business dealings.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Waste Collection Chiswick provides waste and recycling collection services to residential, commercial, and public sector customers. Our operations rely on a network of suppliers who provide vehicles, containers, personal protective equipment, maintenance services, facilities management, and labour support. We recognise that some of these supply areas, particularly those involving manual work or lower-skilled roles, can present heightened risks of exploitation.

We are committed to understanding these risks and working only with reputable suppliers who uphold the same standards of ethical conduct and compliance with labour laws as we do. We require suppliers to comply with all applicable employment, health and safety, and human rights legislation as a condition of doing business with us.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We undertake due diligence on new suppliers and maintain ongoing oversight of existing suppliers to identify and manage the risk of modern slavery. Where appropriate, we request information on labour practices, recruitment procedures, use of subcontractors, and compliance with minimum wage and working time regulations.

Waste Collection Chiswick reserves the right to conduct audits of key suppliers, either directly or through independent third parties. These audits may include site visits, worker interviews, document reviews, and assessments of recruitment and onboarding processes. Should any non-compliance or concerning practices be identified, we will require immediate corrective action, and we may suspend or terminate the relationship where necessary.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, contractors, suppliers, and members of the public to report any concerns they may have regarding potential modern slavery or human trafficking connected to our operations or supply chain. Concerns can be raised confidentially through our internal reporting channels, including line managers, senior management, or our designated compliance contact.

We will treat all reports seriously and investigate them promptly and fairly. We do not tolerate retaliation or detrimental treatment of anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and we will take appropriate action where wrongdoing is identified. Where appropriate, we will cooperate fully with law enforcement and relevant authorities.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

Waste Collection Chiswick is committed to building awareness of modern slavery risks among our workforce. Relevant staff receive training on recognising potential indicators of exploitation, understanding our reporting mechanisms, and applying our zero-tolerance policy in their areas of responsibility. We also seek to include modern slavery awareness within our onboarding for new starters whose roles may bring them into contact with higher risk activities.

We continually review our internal policies, supplier requirements, and risk assessment processes to strengthen our defences against modern slavery. Where we identify gaps or opportunities for improvement, we will act to update our procedures and communicate changes across the business.

Governance and Annual Review

This Modern Slavery Statement is approved by the leadership of Waste Collection Chiswick and reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical and responsible business conduct. We review this statement at least once every year to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with evolving legal requirements and best practice guidelines.

As part of the annual review, we assess the effectiveness of our actions, consider any incidents or concerns raised, evaluate supplier performance, and update our risk assessments. The updated statement will set out any significant changes to our approach and will be communicated internally and made available to our stakeholders.

Waste Collection Chiswick remains fully committed to playing its part in eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking from our industry and wider society.