Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Farnborough

Commercial Waste Farnborough is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach and the steps we take to ensure that forced labour, debt bondage and related abuses are not present in our business of managing commercial waste in Farnborough and neighbouring areas. We apply a zero-tolerance policy towards any practice that could indicate modern slavery.

Our policy covers employees, contractors and third-party providers engaged in handling, transporting and processing commercial-waste Farnborough materials. We require all staff to be vigilant and to follow our procedures to identify potential indicators of exploitation. Training is provided to raise awareness of signs such as withheld wages, excessive working hours and restricted movement. Every colleague has a role in upholding ethical standards.

Scope and Commitment

We apply this modern slavery policy across the whole of our supply chain for Farnborough commercial waste services. We conduct risk assessments that evaluate sourcing, labour practices and geographic vulnerabilities, and we publicise our commitments to business partners. We will not tolerate suppliers or sub-contractors who fail to demonstrate compliance with anti-slavery legislation.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Supplier audits are central to how we manage risk in commercial waste services. We perform pre-qualification checks, on-site inspections and periodic audits to verify employment records, worker contracts and safe working conditions. Audits are tailored to risk: higher-risk suppliers receive more frequent and detailed reviews. Where non-compliance is identified, we require corrective action plans and follow-up audits until standards are restored.

We maintain procurement criteria that prioritise transparency and worker welfare. Our contracts include clauses that mandate adherence to anti-slavery policies and allow for termination if modern slavery is discovered. For smaller contractors in the Farnborough area, we offer guidance and support to help them meet expectations and improve practices rather than immediate exclusion when suitable remediation is possible.

We also engage with partners to encourage industry-wide improvements. Through collaborative initiatives with carriers, processing facilities and waste brokers, the Commercial Waste Farnborough team shares best practice and supports capacity building. Continuous improvement is pursued through feedback from audits and supplier assessments.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple secure reporting channels for staff, contractors and third parties to report concerns about modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Reports can be made confidentially through internal escalation routes and anonymous reporting mechanisms. Our managers are trained to handle disclosures sensitively and to escalate issues promptly to ensure worker protection and legal compliance.

To protect vulnerable workers we commit to taking immediate steps when allegations arise: conducting safe, impartial investigations, liaising with relevant authorities and offering support to affected individuals. Our Farnborough commercial waste operations follow a survivor-centred approach, prioritising safety, medical care and access to support services where appropriate.

Monitoring, Review and AccountabilityWe publish this statement annually and perform an internal review at least once every 12 months. The review assesses the effectiveness of our measures — including supplier audits, training uptake, incident reports and remedial actions — and updates policies as needed. Senior leadership and our board retain responsibility for oversight and for ensuring resources are allocated to combat modern slavery within our commercial waste management activities.