Modern Slavery Statement for Carpet Cleaning Colliers Wood

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Carpet Cleaning Colliers Wood to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and to ensure that the services we offer are delivered ethically and lawfully.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Carpet Cleaning Colliers Wood has a clear and uncompromising zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity, and with transparency in all our business dealings. We expect the same high standards from everyone we work with, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers.

We will not knowingly engage with any organisation that fails to demonstrate a commitment to preventing modern slavery. Where concerns arise, we will investigate promptly and take appropriate steps, up to and including terminating relationships with suppliers or contractors who do not meet our standards.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Carpet Cleaning Colliers Wood provides professional carpet, upholstery, and related cleaning services. Our supply chains include providers of cleaning equipment, cleaning products, workwear, maintenance services, and certain outsourced services. We acknowledge that risks can exist at different levels of the supply chain, particularly in the sourcing and manufacture of products, and we work to identify, assess, and address those risks.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers and contractors who share our values. As part of our supplier management approach, we:

Require suppliers to comply with all relevant laws relating to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour in the jurisdictions where they operate.

Communicate our zero-tolerance position and ethical expectations to new and existing suppliers.

Carry out proportionate risk-based assessments and audits of key suppliers, which may include requesting information on their employment practices, policies, and training, and, where appropriate, site visits and documentation reviews.

Where concerns are identified, we expect suppliers to implement corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe. Failure to remedy issues or cooperate may result in the suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Recruitment, Employment, and Training

Within our own operations, we aim to create a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We use fair recruitment practices and do not charge workers recruitment fees. All employees and contractors must have the legal right to work, and we verify identity and work status in line with applicable legislation.

We inform relevant staff about the risks of modern slavery, how to recognise potential indicators of exploitation, and the importance of reporting concerns. Our managers are expected to lead by example and to support an open culture where issues can be raised without fear of retaliation.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Carpet Cleaning Colliers Wood encourages anyone who has concerns about modern slavery, whether in our own operations or our supply chains, to speak up. Concerns can be reported to management or through any established internal reporting mechanism made available to workers and contractors.

We will treat all reports seriously, investigate them promptly, and, where appropriate, take corrective action. We are committed to protecting those who raise concerns in good faith from detrimental treatment or retaliation. Reports can be made confidentially, and we will respect the privacy of individuals as far as possible while ensuring that issues are properly addressed.

Monitoring, Accountability, and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. We regularly review our processes and procedures to improve our ability to identify and mitigate risks. Key elements of our approach, including supplier assessments, training, and reporting mechanisms, are monitored for effectiveness.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by the leadership of Carpet Cleaning Colliers Wood. The review will consider any incidents reported, the outcomes of supplier audits, changes in legislation, and best practice guidance. Where necessary, we will update our policies and practices to strengthen our response and enhance protections for workers throughout our supply chains.

By issuing this Statement, Carpet Cleaning Colliers Wood reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking and to conducting business in a way that respects and promotes human rights.