Modern Slavery Statement for Waste Collection Fulham

Waste Collection Fulham is committed to conducting its business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with all applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human trafficking. This statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery in our operations and supply chains, and applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Waste Collection Fulham.

Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, servitude, and bonded labour. We are committed to acting with integrity in all our relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place in our own operations or in any part of our supply chain.

All employees and managers are expected to uphold this commitment and to report any concerns promptly. We will not knowingly work with any organisation that fails to uphold the same standards or that is found to be involved in modern slavery practices.

Our Operations and Supply Chains

Waste Collection Fulham provides commercial and residential waste collection and related services. Our supply chains primarily include vehicle and equipment suppliers, fuel providers, personal protective equipment suppliers, waste processing partners, and various maintenance and office service providers.

We recognise that certain areas of the waste and recycling sector and associated logistics may be at higher risk of labour exploitation. We continually assess these risks and prioritise due diligence in higher-risk categories, with a focus on labour providers, subcontracted services, and lower-wage roles.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All new suppliers are expected to confirm their compliance with applicable labour, human rights, and anti-slavery legislation as a condition of doing business with Waste Collection Fulham. Our standard terms require suppliers to prohibit forced, compulsory, or trafficked labour and to ensure that workers are not recruited or employed through unethical or exploitative practices.

We conduct risk-based supplier assessments, which may include requesting evidence of labour policies, training records, and right-to-work checks. For higher-risk suppliers, we may carry out audits, site visits, or require independent third-party verification of labour standards. Where concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within an agreed timeframe. If a supplier fails to address serious non-compliance, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery at the earliest possible stage. Concerns can be raised with a line manager, a senior manager, or directly with the HR or Compliance function. Reports can be made in person, by phone, or in writing.

We are committed to protecting anyone who raises a genuine concern in good faith. Retaliation against individuals who report suspected modern slavery or cooperate in an investigation is strictly prohibited. All reports will be treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly, with appropriate remedial and disciplinary action taken where necessary.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibility

Managers and staff involved in procurement, recruitment, and contract management receive guidance on identifying indicators of modern slavery and on the correct procedures for reporting concerns. Our modern slavery commitments are communicated to existing and new employees as part of ongoing awareness activities.

Overall responsibility for our modern slavery framework rests with the senior management of Waste Collection Fulham, who ensure that appropriate resources are allocated to manage risk, conduct due diligence, and implement improvements.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

We are committed to regularly reviewing the effectiveness of our measures to prevent modern slavery. This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by senior management to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, and our operational structure. As part of the annual review, we evaluate the outcomes of supplier audits, incidents reported, training completed, and any corrective actions taken.

Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we will update our policies, strengthen due diligence, enhance training, or refine our reporting processes. By doing so, Waste Collection Fulham aims to continually improve its ability to identify, prevent, and address risks of modern slavery within our business and supply chains.