Hendon Skip Hire - Modern Slavery Statement

Hendon Skip Hire affirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery, exploitation and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the measures we have adopted to ensure that slavery and human trafficking have no place in our business, our supply chains and our service delivery. We publish this modern slavery and human trafficking statement to demonstrate transparency and accountability, and to reinforce our zero-tolerance approach to forced labour.

Our zero-tolerance policy is clear: any evidence of modern slavery, forced labour, or exploitation will result in immediate action. This includes contract termination, referral to the appropriate authorities and remedial measures to protect affected workers. The anti-slavery policy forms part of employee terms and supplier contracts and is enforced across all levels of the organisation.

To achieve this we operate a set of core controls and due diligence activities, including:

• Supplier audits and checks on labour practices across the supply chain;
• Contractual anti-slavery clauses and rights to audit suppliers;
• Training for staff and management to recognise and respond to signs of exploitation;
• Risk assessments for recruitment channels and third-party service providers.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Hendon Skip Hire conducts regular supplier audits and due diligence to identify and mitigate risks. Our procurement process includes verification of identity, working conditions, and recruitment practices. We use a risk-based approach to determine the frequency and depth of supplier audits, focusing on higher-risk suppliers and subcontractors. Audit findings are recorded, and corrective action plans are agreed upon where necessary.

We also employ a mixture of remote checks and on-site inspections where appropriate. These supplier audits cover documentation, interviews and physical observations to detect indicators of coercion, withheld documents, excessive working hours or unsafe conditions. Non-compliance triggers escalation, additional monitoring and, in persistent cases, cessation of trade.

Our procurement team works closely with operations to embed anti-slavery expectations throughout contractual relationships. We require suppliers to maintain ethical recruitment standards and to provide evidence of lawful employment. Where practical, we encourage suppliers to adopt similar modern slavery policies and to share audit outcomes with us.

Reporting Channels, Monitoring and Annual Review

We provide multiple reporting channels for employees, contractors and partners to raise concerns about potential modern slavery. Reported concerns are handled confidentially and investigated promptly. Our reporting mechanisms include anonymous internal reporting lines and secure escalation routes to senior management. All reports are treated seriously and are subject to a documented investigation process.

Hendon Skip Hire also maintains a programme of continuous monitoring and improvement. This includes periodic reviews of supplier performance, refresher training for staff, and updates to contractual safeguards. We use performance metrics from audits and reported incidents to refine our risk assessments and due diligence approach.

The company undertakes an annual review of this modern slavery policy and statement to assess effectiveness and to identify opportunities for enhancement. The annual review involves senior leadership, procurement, operations and compliance teams and results in an updated modern slavery action plan. We publish an updated statement as required by applicable regulations and ensure that lessons learned inform future prevention efforts.

In summary, Hendon Skip Hire's anti-slavery commitment is embodied in our zero-tolerance policy, systematic supplier audits, clear reporting channels and a robust annual review cycle. Our modern slavery policy is dynamic; it evolves in response to risk indicators, audit outcomes and sector developments.

We expect all partners, suppliers and employees to uphold these standards. Failure to comply with our anti-slavery obligations will result in appropriate corrective action. By maintaining vigilance and working collaboratively with our supply chain, Hendon Skip Hire seeks to eradicate exploitation and to promote safe, fair working conditions.

Policy ownership rests with senior management who are accountable for implementation and ongoing improvement of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement. This declaration is reviewed at least once each year and updated as necessary to reflect our continuing commitment to combatting modern slavery.