Modern Slavery Statement — Carshalton Skip Hire

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Carshalton Skip Hire and related trading names to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. As a local waste management and skip provider, Carshalton skip hire accepts a zero-tolerance policy towards exploitation and forced labour. We recognise our responsibility to operate ethically, promote decent working conditions across our value chain, and ensure our clients and partners can trust our procurement and operational choices.

Our policy applies to all colleagues, contractors and third parties engaged by Carshalton Skip-hire and forms part of our terms of business. The management team has responsibility for implementation, and every manager must actively enforce these standards. We provide training and awareness sessions for staff so that anyone working for skip hire Carshalton can identify and escalate concerns about labour exploitation, disguised employment, and modern slavery indicators.

We adopt a risk-based approach to identifying areas where modern slavery could occur. This includes assessment of labour supply chains for drivers, vehicle maintenance, depot cleaning, and recyclable processing. Our supplier due diligence seeks to identify and mitigate risks early: suppliers are expected to meet our standards and sign up to anti-slavery clauses. We will not engage with organisations unable to demonstrate compliance with minimum wage, right-to-work, and safe working practices.

Procurement Standards and Supplier Audits

Carshalton skips and associated services are procured under strict controls. We conduct periodic supplier audits and checks that include documentation review, site visits and worker interviews where appropriate. Audits focus on:

• Verification of employment contracts and identity documentation;
• Evidence of wage payments and working hours;
• Health, safety and welfare provisions for on-site staff and subcontractors.

Where audits reveal non-compliance we require corrective action plans, and we retain the right to suspend or terminate contracts with suppliers who fail to remedy breaches. Our audit schedule is risk-proportionate and documented, with higher frequency for higher-risk suppliers in the logistics and recycling supply chain.

We also maintain a register of approved suppliers and promote best practice across the local industry. The company encourages collaborative improvement with partners, sharing checklists and resources to raise standards across the borough and region. Suppliers are encouraged to adopt their own modern slavery statements aligned to ours.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple secure reporting channels for concerns about exploitation, including anonymous reporting routes accessible to employees and third parties. Reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly by a designated compliance lead. All concerns are handled confidentially and without retaliation. Our reporting framework emphasises:

• Confidential investigations and protection for whistleblowers;
• Fair remediation for affected workers, including cooperation with authorities;
• Immediate suspension of suppliers where urgent risk to workers is identified.

We will liaise with law enforcement and relevant agencies if criminal activity is suspected, and we will support victims to receive appropriate advice and care.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement is reviewed at least once every 12 months as part of our annual review process to evaluate effectiveness and to set targets for the coming year. The review considers audit outcomes, training completion rates, incidents reported through our channels, and changes in legislation or sector guidance. We will update policies and procedures accordingly and disseminate any changes to staff and suppliers.

Carshalton Skip Hire, in all its forms and variations (Carshalton skip hire, Carshalton Skip-hire, skip hire Carshalton), remains committed to eradicating modern slavery in our operations and supply chain. We expect the same commitment from our partners and suppliers and will continue to monitor, audit and improve our systems to protect vulnerable workers and maintain ethical standards across the waste and recycling sector.