Cleaners Hammersmith Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement is made on behalf of Cleaners Hammersmith and sets out our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to act ethically and with integrity in all our relationships and to implement systems and controls that ensure modern slavery does not take place in any part of our organisation.
Modern slavery includes slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, bonded labour, child labour, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation through coercion, threats, or deception. Cleaners Hammersmith is firmly opposed to all such practices and is committed to promoting fair treatment, dignity, and respect for all individuals who work with or for us.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners Hammersmith has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers who provide goods or services to our business. We do not accept, condone, or turn a blind eye to any form of exploitation, whether direct or indirect.
We expect everyone associated with Cleaners Hammersmith to uphold the highest standards of human rights. Any suspected breach of our zero-tolerance policy will be taken extremely seriously and may result in the termination of employment or commercial relationships, as well as reporting to relevant authorities where appropriate.
Our Supply Chain and Supplier Standards
Our services depend on a range of suppliers, including providers of cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, and subcontracted labour. We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our values and who can demonstrate that they operate in a lawful, ethical, and socially responsible manner.
We require suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. As part of our onboarding and ongoing relationship management, we communicate our expectations regarding fair pay, safe working conditions, voluntary employment, and the prohibition of any form of forced, bonded, or child labour.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
Cleaners Hammersmith carries out proportionate due diligence on new and existing suppliers to identify, assess, and mitigate the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain. This may include requesting documented evidence of employment practices, reviewing supplier policies, and assessing the transparency of their own supply chains.
We reserve the right to conduct audits or assessments of suppliers where we consider there to be an elevated risk of modern slavery. These audits may involve reviewing employment records, working conditions, and recruitment practices. If any concerns are identified, we will engage with the supplier to address them through corrective action plans or, where necessary, by ending the commercial relationship.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels
Cleaners Hammersmith encourages all employees, workers, and third parties to raise concerns about potential modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains. We are committed to ensuring that individuals can report concerns safely, without fear of retaliation or detriment.
Concerns can be raised with a line manager, a senior member of the management team, or through any established internal reporting mechanism. All reports will be treated sensitively and, where possible, confidentially. We will investigate all reasonable concerns and take appropriate action, which may include engaging with suppliers, supporting affected individuals, and reporting matters to relevant authorities.
Training and Awareness
We recognise that effective prevention of modern slavery requires awareness and understanding. Cleaners Hammersmith is committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our management and staff. Where appropriate, we provide guidance on recognising indicators of exploitation and on how to report any concerns safely.
We will continue to review our training needs and materials to ensure they remain relevant and effective in addressing evolving risks and best practices within our industry.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with the senior management of Cleaners Hammersmith. They are responsible for ensuring that appropriate policies, procedures, and controls are in place and that they are effectively implemented across the business.
This Modern Slavery Statement, along with our supporting policies, will be reviewed at least once every 12 months, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, our operations, or identified risks. The annual review will consider the effectiveness of our actions, the outcomes of any audits or investigations, feedback from stakeholders, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year.
Through this ongoing review and continuous improvement process, Cleaners Hammersmith is committed to strengthening our defences against modern slavery and human trafficking and to promoting ethical and responsible conduct in everything we do.