Charlton Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

Charlton Skip Hire is committed to preventing modern slavery in all forms within our business and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance stance and the steps we take to identify and mitigate risks of slavery and human trafficking. We recognise our responsibility to ensure that our operations and those of our partners uphold human rights and that any form of exploitation is not tolerated. Our anti-slavery approach is embedded in corporate governance and the expectations we set for employees, contractors and suppliers.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, servitude and any practices that amount to modern slavery. All staff receive training explaining what constitutes modern slavery and how to spot signs of exploitation. The policy requires prompt action if concerns arise and ensures that protection of victims and whistleblowers is prioritised. Charlton Skip Hire's anti-slavery commitments are applied to recruitment, employment conditions and ongoing contractor relationships to prevent any occurrence of slavery or human trafficking in our operations.

Supplier Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We maintain a robust supplier due diligence programme for our procurement activities. Our procurement policy requires that suppliers declare their compliance with anti-modern slavery standards and provide evidence of ethical labour practices. We undertake targeted supplier audits and assessments where risk indicators appear, focusing on high-risk categories such as third-party labour providers and subcontractors. The audits include document reviews, site visits and worker interviews where appropriate, and are designed to verify compliance with our anti-slavery and human trafficking expectations.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Charlton Skip Hire provides clear reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns. Reports can be made confidentially through internal channels and are investigated promptly and fairly. We ensure there is no retaliation against anyone who reports, in good faith, potential breaches of our anti-slavery policy. Our reporting framework is complemented by training on recognising signs of exploitation and by encouraging staff to use the established channels if they suspect slavery, forced labour or other abuses.

Key elements of our approach include:

• Risk assessment: periodic analysis of operations and suppliers to identify where slavery risks are highest;
• Supplier audits: scheduled and ad hoc reviews, with corrective action plans where issues are found;
• Contracts and clauses: contractual terms that require suppliers to comply with anti-slavery standards and to cooperate with audits;
• Training and awareness: ongoing staff education to reinforce recognition of slavery and human trafficking;
• Remediation: processes to support victims and remediate harms where exploitation is identified.

Monitoring and annual review are central to Charlton Skip Hire's commitment to continuous improvement. We conduct regular reviews of our policies, supplier performance and the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures. An annual independent evaluation of our Modern Slavery Statement and related procedures is undertaken by senior management to ensure they remain relevant and proportionate to the risks faced by the business. Findings from audits and incident reports feed into a programme of corrective actions and policy updates.

Where instances of non-compliance are identified, we require suppliers to implement time-bound remediation plans and, in severe cases, reserve the right to terminate contracts. We also work collaboratively with suppliers to build capacity for ethical labour practices and to promote transparency across supply chains. Our approach balances enforcement with constructive engagement to prevent recurrence.

In summary, this Modern Slavery Statement for Charlton Skip Hire reaffirms our commitment to eradicate slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains. We remain vigilant, maintain a clear zero-tolerance position, perform rigorous supplier audits, provide secure reporting channels, and carry out an annual review to measure progress and strengthen controls. Together these measures form a coherent anti-slavery strategy that reflects our values and responsibilities as an employer and purchaser of services.