Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Addiscombe

Commercial Waste Addiscombe (the organisation) is committed to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking and exploitation across all aspects of our operations and supply chain. This modern slavery statement outlines our approach to identifying, preventing and addressing risks connected to forced labour and exploitation across Addiscombe commercial waste services. We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery and require all partners to uphold the same standards.

Our policy and principles

We maintain clear policies that govern recruitment, contractor engagement and supply chain management for commercial waste services in Addiscombe. Core principles include transparency, lawful employment, fair pay and safe working conditions. These principles are embedded into procurement contracts, supplier codes of conduct and operational procedures to ensure every worker involved in our waste collection, transfer and disposal activities is treated with dignity and respect.

Zero-tolerance policy and commitments

• No forced labour: We categorically prohibit forced, bonded or involuntary labour within our operations and supply chain.
• No withholding of wages or documents: We do not permit the retention of identity documents, passports or unpaid wages as a condition of employment.
• Fair recruitment: Recruitment fees and exploitative labour-supply practices are banned and monitored.
• Remediation and escalation: Confirmed instances trigger remediation, support for impacted persons and contractual or legal action against non-compliant parties.

Supplier due diligence and audits

Our supplier due diligence for Addiscombe commercial waste services uses a risk-based approach. Suppliers are screened before engagement and subject to ongoing review. We require documented evidence of lawful employment, right-to-work checks, safe working practices and robust subcontractor oversight. High-risk suppliers, particularly those providing manual labour, vehicle operations or temporary staffing, undergo priority audits which may include unannounced site visits, payroll checks and worker interviews. Where gaps are identified, we implement time-bound corrective action plans, follow up audits and, where necessary, suspend or terminate contracts.

Contract clauses and procurement controls

We incorporate contractual clauses that mandate compliance with anti-slavery requirements. Contracts require suppliers to permit inspections, maintain records of recruitment and employment, and provide cooperation in investigations. Procurement teams receive specific guidance on evaluating suppliers for exposure to modern slavery risks within the local waste sector and are trained to apply mitigations during tender evaluation and contract award.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing protections

Accessible reporting mechanisms are fundamental. We provide secure, confidential and anonymous channels for workers, subcontractors and the public to raise concerns related to modern slavery in our commercial waste operations in Addiscombe. Reports are handled by trained safeguarding officers and escalated promptly for investigation. We uphold strict non-retaliation protections for whistleblowers and ensure any suspected victims are offered support, medical care and referral to relevant support services. Staff and supply chain partners are trained on recognising signs of exploitation and the available reporting routes.

Training, collaboration and community engagement

Training is mandatory for frontline staff, procurement teams and key suppliers. Sessions cover indicators of modern slavery, reporting processes and obligations under our supplier code. We collaborate with local authorities, law enforcement, labour organisations and other waste management providers to share intelligence and best practices. Through these partnerships, Addiscombe commercial waste services strengthen detection and response capabilities and promote ethical recruitment across the sector.

Monitoring, metrics and annual review

We maintain records of audits, investigations and corrective actions to inform continuous improvement. Key performance indicators include audit coverage, number of supplier corrective action plans closed, and training completion rates. Senior management reviews these metrics quarterly and the board conducts an annual review of our anti-slavery measures. This statement and our policies are reviewed at least once every 12 months and updated to reflect new risks, legislation or learning from incidents. The annual review process ensures our annual review and reporting keep pace with evolving threats and that the zero-tolerance policy remains fully implemented.

Through rigorous supplier audits, proactive reporting channels and a formal annual review cycle, Commercial Waste Addiscombe commits to continual improvement in eliminating modern slavery from our operations and supply chains, ensuring safe and fair conditions for all workers involved in commercial waste services across Addiscombe.