Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Deptford

Skip Hire Deptford is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy and the practical steps we take across our skip hire in Deptford services to identify, prevent and respond to any risk of forced labour, servitude or exploitation within our business and supply chains.

We operate a clear and transparent approach to labour standards. All employees and contractors engaged by Deptford skip hire teams receive training on recognising indicators of modern slavery and are required to adhere to our code of conduct. Our employment checks, onboarding processes and contract terms explicitly forbid any form of coerced labour and reflect our zero tolerance commitment.

As part of our supplier management programme for Deptford skip hire and associated services, we maintain contractual clauses that require suppliers to comply with anti-slavery laws and to cooperate with any audit or investigation. We prioritise suppliers who can demonstrate robust labour standards, and our procurement decisions factor in ethical performance alongside cost and quality.

We carry out regular supplier audits and targeted risk assessments tailored to the skip hire service industry. These reviews assess recruitment practices, working hours, wage records and subcontracting arrangements. Where risks are identified, we require immediate remediation plans and monitor compliance until issues are resolved.

Our supplier audit process includes on-site inspections, review of payroll and ID documentation, and interviews with workers when appropriate. For higher-risk suppliers we deploy third-party auditors and require corrective action plans with clear timescales. Records of these audits are retained and reviewed as part of supplier performance evaluations.

Key elements of our supplier assurance include:

• Pre-contract due diligence and risk screening for all new suppliers;
• Periodic audits and unannounced checks of critical suppliers;
• Mandatory contractual anti-slavery clauses and right-to-audit provisions;
• Training and capacity building for suppliers on modern slavery risks.

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about exploitation or suspicious activity connected to our Deptford skip hire operations. Reports may be made anonymously and are investigated promptly by trained personnel. Anyone raising legitimate concerns in good faith will be protected from retaliation.

If an allegation is substantiated, we will take proportionate action which may include terminating contracts, referring matters to relevant authorities, and providing support to affected individuals such as access to counselling or assistance in contacting appropriate welfare agencies. Our priority is the welfare of people and the elimination of abusive practices.

We believe that sustained diligence and transparency are essential. This modern slavery statement for Skip-Hire Deptford is approved by senior management and will be published and communicated internally. We regularly review our policies and procedures to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.