Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Brentwood

Commercial Waste Brentwood is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to identify, assess and mitigate the risk of forced labour, exploitation and related abuses in our business. We recognise that as a provider of commercial waste services in Brentwood and surrounding areas, we have a responsibility to maintain ethical standards and transparent practices.

Our position is simple: we have a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and any form of coercion, exploitation or human trafficking. This applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged with Commercial Waste — Brentwood. We require all colleagues to act in accordance with our code of conduct and report any concerns. Every contract includes clauses obliging compliance with anti-slavery laws and the right to terminate agreements where breaches occur.

We publish this statement to provide clear evidence of our commitment and the practical measures we apply. Key elements include due diligence on new and existing suppliers, regular risk assessments, and training for staff who manage procurement and site operations. For Brentwood commercial waste partners we demand transparent labour practices, proof of lawful pay, and verification of worker documentation where permitted by law. Our supplier terms reflect these expectations.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We operate a structured supplier audit programme to ensure compliance across our supply chain. Audits combine documentary checks and, where risk indicators arise, on-site inspections. Audit criteria include payroll verification, working hours, recruitment practices and subcontractor management. Audits are prioritised according to risk — higher risk categories, such as temporary labour or subcontracted drivers, are reviewed more frequently.

Our approach to supplier assurance is robust: we require suppliers to complete detailed questionnaires, provide evidence of employment practices and submit to independent spot checks. Failure to demonstrate compliance results in corrective action plans or suspension from supply. We also maintain a preferred supplier list for low-risk, pre-approved partners and a secondary list for those under remediation.

Specific audit outcomes lead to clear remediation pathways. Where evidence of modern slavery is found, we will act swiftly to protect affected workers, suspend offending parties and cooperate with law enforcement. Our procurement team uses audit findings to update risk profiles and improve contract terms for future engagements.

Reporting Channels and Continuous Improvement

Commercial Waste Brentwood provides multiple confidential reporting channels so employees, suppliers and the public can raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports may be submitted through anonymous whistleblowing mechanisms, through line managers, or via internal compliance channels. All reports are logged, triaged and investigated by our compliance team.

We actively promote awareness across the business. Staff working in collections, transfer stations and customer liaison roles receive targeted training to spot indicators of modern slavery and understand reporting obligations. Training materials are refreshed annually and include case studies relevant to the waste industry and Brentwood commercial waste operations.

This policy is subject to an annual review to ensure effectiveness and alignment with evolving legal standards and industry best practice. The review examines audit results, reported incidents, supplier performance and training completion rates. Outcomes are used to update procedures, adjust supplier risk ratings and publish improvements in our subsequent statements. We commit to continual enhancement of our systems to reduce risk and protect vulnerable individuals across the commercial waste supply chain in Brentwood and beyond.