Modern Slavery Statement — Business Waste Removal Osterley

Business Waste Removal Osterley is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement sets out our approach to ensure that our Osterley business waste services are delivered without exploitation, coercion, or abuse. We recognise our responsibility to maintain ethical standards across our teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners and to make continuous improvements through regular due diligence and clear governance.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery. All staff and service providers engaged in commercial waste removal in Osterley must comply with our standards. Our policy requires immediate action when there are reasonable concerns about forced labour, human trafficking or other forms of exploitation. Every employee is informed that breaches are unacceptable and will result in corrective action, including termination of contracts and reporting to the appropriate authorities where required.

To make this policy actionable we have established a programme of supplier audits and risk-based assessments. The audit process for our business waste removal in Osterley includes:

• Screening and onboarding checks for new suppliers;
• Planned and unannounced on-site audits to verify worker conditions;
• Document reviews focusing on payroll, working hours and recruitment practices;
• Remediation plans where issues are identified, with timescales and monitoring;
• Escalation procedures for serious findings.

We undertake ongoing supplier due diligence across our Osterley commercial waste removal network. This includes contractual clauses that require compliance with modern slavery legislation, evidence of lawful employment and confirmation of ethical recruitment practices. We use a combination of self-assessment questionnaires, independent third-party checks and direct verification during audits to reduce risk. Suppliers who fail to meet our standards are subject to corrective action plans or removal from our approved supplier list.

Our reporting channels are designed to be accessible and confidential. Employees, contractors and third parties can raise concerns through multiple routes including an internal reporting helpline, a secure online form and designated compliance officers. Reports are treated seriously and are investigated promptly by trained staff. We emphasise protection for whistleblowers and prohibit retaliation against anyone who reports in good faith. Confidentiality and support for affected individuals are central to our response.

We provide targeted training and awareness programmes for staff involved in procurement, operations and site supervision within our Osterley business rubbish clearance services. Training covers recognition of exploitation indicators, how to report concerns, and how to apply escalation procedures. Suppliers are encouraged to provide equivalent training and to share best practice. Regular toolbox talks and refresher modules help embed these principles in everyday operations.

Monitoring and continuous improvement are integral to our compliance framework. We maintain key performance indicators that track audit outcomes, corrective actions closed on time, the number of reports received and the effectiveness of remediation. Risk mapping of our supply chain is updated annually to reflect changing circumstances and to prioritise high-risk categories of goods and services.

We publish this Modern Slavery Statement to demonstrate transparency and accountability for our Osterley waste management and business waste collection activities. Our governance structure ensures that senior management review serious incidents and that the board receives regular updates on compliance performance. Where non-compliance is discovered, we commit to swift remediation and cooperation with authorities and NGOs to protect victims.

This statement is subject to an annual review to assess the effectiveness of policies, supplier audits, reporting channels and training. The review will consider new legislative requirements, lessons learned from investigations and feedback from stakeholders. Any necessary changes will be implemented and communicated across the organisation to ensure our commitment remains robust. Business Waste Removal Osterley will continue to maintain a proactive stance against modern slavery, ensuring our commercial waste removal operations are ethical, lawful and transparent.