Blackwall Skip Hire - Modern Slavery Statement and Commitment

Blackwall Skip Hire publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our firm commitment to prevent any form of modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We recognise that a clear and active anti-slavery stance is essential in waste management, skip hire and related logistics. This anti-slavery statement represents our ongoing pledge to identify and eliminate risks, and to foster a culture of transparency.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any modern slavery practices. All employees, contractors and partners are expected to adhere to this stance. Our modern slavery and human trafficking statement clarifies responsibilities at every level of the organisation. We embed this expectation into job descriptions, induction training and procurement processes to ensure everyone understands the consequences of non-compliance.

Suppliers and subcontractors are required to comply with our anti-slavery policy and the standards set out in our supplier code of conduct. We maintain a risk-based supplier audit programme that focuses on higher-risk categories and geographies. Audits involve desktop reviews and on-site inspections where appropriate, examining documentation, worker contracts, recruitment practices and working conditions to verify compliance.

Supplier Audits, Due Diligence and Expectations

As part of our supplier due diligence we conduct pre-engagement checks and ongoing monitoring. This includes verifying identity, payment of wages, hours worked and appropriate safeguarding for vulnerable workers. Our procurement team uses a scoring system to assess risk, and suppliers must demonstrate corrective action plans where gaps are identified to continue trading with Blackwall Skip Hire.

Reporting Channels and Speak-Up Mechanisms

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels to encourage the reporting of suspected modern slavery, exploitation or unethical conduct. Employees and third parties may raise concerns through anonymous hotlines, protected internal reporting routes and escalation to senior management. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled with sensitivity to protect whistleblowers from retaliation.

Our reporting channels include a formal grievance mechanism, HR escalation, and direct reporting to our compliance lead. We document all reports, track corrective actions and assess remedial measures for affected workers. This modern slavery and human trafficking statement emphasises our procedural commitment to respond effectively to any substantiated allegations.

Training and awareness form a core part of our prevention activity. Employees in procurement, operations and site management receive targeted training on recognising signs of forced labour and modern slavery. We require suppliers to provide equivalent training to their workforce and to disclose recruitment and employment practices on request. These steps help us manage risk and ensure ethical labour standards across the supply chain.

We maintain a programme of continuous improvement: supplier audits, corrective-action follow ups and contract clauses embedding our anti-slavery obligations. If suppliers fail to remedy serious breaches, we will suspend or terminate contracts. This decisive approach underlines our zero tolerance for exploitation and supports the integrity of our service delivery in skip hire, waste transfer and haulage.

Annual review, governance and public accountability are central to this anti-slavery statement. Our Board and senior leadership review modern slavery risks and audit outcomes at least once a year. We update policies, refresh due diligence procedures and report progress in subsequent statements. This annual review ensures that our anti-slavery measures evolve in line with emerging risks and regulatory expectations.

Blackwall Skip Hire remains committed to strengthening our Modern Slavery policy and improving transparency across operations. We will continue to engage with suppliers, industry bodies and external experts to enhance our controls and remedial capabilities. Through persistent vigilance, training, supplier audits and clear reporting channels, we strive to eradicate any instance of forced labour or human trafficking in our sphere of influence.

Our modern slavery statement is endorsed by senior management and will be reviewed and reissued annually. We will monitor the effectiveness of our actions, document outcomes and adjust our approach as necessary. This living statement reflects our resolve to uphold human rights, protect vulnerable workers and maintain ethical standards in all aspects of our business.

Blackwall Skip Hire asserts a strong, ongoing commitment: zero tolerance, robust supplier audits, secure reporting channels and a formal annual review process to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with modern slavery obligations.