Modern Slavery Statement for Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners
Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting all aspects of its business in an ethical and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, agency staff, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation. We are committed to acting with integrity and transparency in all our business dealings and relationships, and to implementing systems and controls that are designed to prevent modern slavery from occurring anywhere in our business or extended supply chains.
No form of modern slavery will be knowingly tolerated or condoned. We will not engage with, or continue to work with, any individual or organisation that is found to be involved in such practices or that fails to uphold our standards in this area.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our supply chains include providers of cleaning materials, equipment, uniforms, maintenance services, and other business support services. We recognise that risks can exist at various points within these supply chains and we are committed to identifying, assessing, and addressing those risks proactively.
Supplier Standards and Due Diligence
We expect all suppliers, contractors, and business partners to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our procurement and onboarding processes, we seek assurance that suppliers operate in compliance with all relevant labour, employment, and human rights laws and that they maintain ethical employment practices.
Suppliers are required to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour, that workers are employed voluntarily, and that they have policies in place to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within their own operations and supply chains.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
To support our zero-tolerance stance, Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners conducts proportionate checks and audits of key suppliers based on risk. This may include requesting documentation, policy confirmations, and other information to verify compliance with our modern slavery expectations.
Where we identify heightened risk, we may undertake additional scrutiny or request further evidence of compliance. If a supplier fails to provide satisfactory information or is found to be in breach of our standards, we will require corrective action within a defined timeframe. Where corrective action is not taken or is insufficient, we will consider suspending or terminating the business relationship.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing
All employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any concerns or suspicions about modern slavery or unethical labour practices linked to Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners or its supply chains. Concerns can be raised through our internal reporting channels or directly to management.
We will investigate all reported concerns in a timely and confidential manner, ensuring that anyone raising a concern in good faith is protected from retaliation or detrimental treatment. Where a concern is substantiated, we will take appropriate remedial action, which may include reporting the matter to relevant authorities.
Training and Awareness
We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among relevant staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. Training and guidance are provided so that team members can recognise potential indicators of modern slavery and understand how to respond appropriately.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. We regularly review our policies, procedures, and supplier oversight measures to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the risks identified in our operations and supply chains.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, our business activities, or identified risks. The review process evaluates the effectiveness of our controls, the outcomes of supplier audits, and any issues raised through reporting channels, with the aim of strengthening our approach year on year.
Approval of this Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Wandsworth Carpet Cleaners, who are responsible for ensuring that it is communicated, implemented, and upheld across the business and by our suppliers. It reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical conduct, respect for human rights, and the prevention of modern slavery in all its forms.
