Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Wandsworth
Commercial Waste Wandsworth (also referenced as commercial waste Wandsworth and Wandsworth commercial waste) is committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This statement outlines our policies, expectations and actions designed to identify, mitigate and remediate risks of modern slavery associated with our business of managing and disposing of commercial waste in the London Borough of Wandsworth and surrounding areas. We maintain a zero-tolerance stance towards modern slavery and exploitation, and we embed that commitment into procurement, contract management and daily operations.Scope and Purpose
The purpose of this Modern Slavery Statement is to make clear how Commercial Waste Wandsworth approaches risk, due diligence and continuous improvement. It applies to all staff, temporary workers and contractors performing duties on behalf of our organisation, and to third-party service providers engaged to deliver collection, recycling, disposal and ancillary services. We recognise that the risks may be higher in logistics, manual labour, subcontracted services and lower-tier suppliers, and we consistently apply mitigation measures along the supply chain.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Zero tolerance means that Commercial Waste Wandsworth will not tolerate any form of modern slavery, forced labour, bonded labour, child labour or human trafficking in our operations or supply chains. Suppliers must demonstrate compliance with applicable employment law and respect for human rights. We require contractual commitments to ethical labour practices and reserve the right to terminate agreements where evidence of exploitation, coercion or illegal employment practices is found. Our approach is both preventative and corrective: preventing abuses through clear standards and auditing, and correcting harms through remediation where incidents occur.Supplier Expectations and Code of Conduct — We require suppliers to adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct which sets minimum standards for working conditions, wages, hours, health and safety and the prohibition of exploitative practices. Where appropriate, we include clauses that require transparency of employment practices and the right to inspect records and worker conditions. Suppliers to Commercial Waste Wandsworth must also implement grievance mechanisms and ensure subcontractors meet the same standards.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence — We operate a risk-based supplier audit programme to detect and deter modern slavery risks. Audits include documentation review, site visits, worker interviews and verification of payroll and recruitment records. Higher-risk suppliers are audited more frequently and may be subject to third-party audits. Our due diligence process prior to onboarding includes background checks, assessments of recruitment practices, and review of labour supply chains to identify potential points of risk such as labour-only intermediaries or significant reliance on agency staff.
Where audits or intelligence identify concerns, we engage directly with suppliers to require corrective actions and monitor remediation plans. Remediation may include support for lawful employment transitions, repayment of unlawful deductions, or removal of exploitative intermediaries. In severe or unremediated cases, we will terminate contracts and exclude suppliers from future procurement opportunities. These measures ensure that Commercial Waste Wandsworth upholds high standards in every partnership.
To support awareness and compliance we provide regular training for employees and contractors about the signs of modern slavery and their responsibilities. Training is mandatory for those in procurement, operations and frontline roles who interact with suppliers and workers. We also maintain policies on ethical recruitment and fair pay, and incorporate modern slavery risk considerations into contract templates and procurement decisions.
Reporting Channels and Confidentiality — Commercial Waste Wandsworth encourages reporting of concerns about modern slavery through multiple, secure channels. Reporting mechanisms are available to employees, contractors and external parties and support anonymous disclosures. Reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and handled with confidentiality and care. We prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern in good faith and we apply disciplinary measures where appropriate. Typical reporting steps include internal escalation to compliance or HR teams and, where necessary, involvement of independent investigators and enforcement authorities.
