Staines Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

Staines Skip Hire publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our clear position on the prevention of modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across our operations. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of exploitation. This anti-slavery policy applies to all employees, contractors and third-party partners engaged in delivering skip hire and related waste management services.

Our commitment as a responsible local waste carrier and skip provider extends through our supply chain. We recognise that a robust modern slavery and human trafficking approach requires ongoing diligence, transparency and the empowerment of workers. This modern slavery statement details the steps we take to assess risk, prevent harm and respond to suspected incidents.

We operate a zero-tolerance approach: any confirmed instance of contemporary slavery will result in immediate investigation, remedial action and, where appropriate, termination of contracts and referral to enforcement agencies. Staines Skip Hire will not tolerate exploitation, and we require the same standards from our suppliers and partners.

Supply Chain Controls and Supplier Audits

To manage risks across our supply network we perform targeted supplier audits, contractual checks and due diligence assessments. Our supplier audit programme includes:

• Pre-engagement screening of new suppliers for labour, immigration and safety compliance.
• Periodic on-site audits and remote assessments to review worker conditions and payroll records.
• Contract clauses requiring adherence to our anti-slavery statement and consent to corrective action plans.

These supplier audits are risk-based: higher-risk suppliers receive more frequent and detailed scrutiny. Audit results inform supplier performance ratings and corrective measures, supporting continuous improvement and enabling us to terminate relationships where remediation is not achieved.

Reporting channels are central to detecting and addressing issues. We provide multiple confidential routes for workers, contractors and third parties to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. These channels include internally managed reporting lines, designated compliance contacts and escalation paths within management. We emphasise anonymity where requested and ensure reports are investigated promptly and impartially.

All reports relating to forced labour, withholding of wages, restricted movement or exploitative recruitment practices are treated seriously. We maintain records of investigations, outcomes and follow-up actions. Our process guarantees fair treatment of all parties and clear corrective steps, including support for affected individuals where appropriate.

Training and awareness are embedded across the business. We provide regular training sessions for employees and procurement staff to identify modern slavery indicators and apply our policies consistently. By building knowledge and vigilance, we reduce the risk of exploitation entering our operations.

Governance, Accountability and Annual Review

Governance of our modern slavery and human trafficking efforts sits with senior management, who are responsible for policy oversight, the supplier audit programme and ensuring adequate resources. Line managers are accountable for on-the-ground compliance and for escalating concerns without delay.

We commit to an annual review of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement, our supplier audit outcomes and the effectiveness of reporting channels. The annual review assesses performance metrics, audit findings, training reach and any remediation cases. Results feed back into policy updates, revised purchasing terms and targeted training interventions to strengthen our overall approach.

In conclusion, Staines Skip Hire's modern slavery statement and anti-slavery commitment are integral to our business values. We will continue to refine our supplier audits, maintain robust reporting channels and conduct an annual review to ensure our prevention measures remain effective. We expect all partners and suppliers to share this commitment to a slavery-free supply chain and will act decisively where standards fall short.