Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Tooting
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Commercial Waste Tooting and its affiliates to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. As a provider of commercial waste services in Tooting, we recognise our responsibility to operate a zero‑tolerance stance toward any form of forced labour, exploitation or trafficking across our business and supply chain.
Our zero-tolerance policy is clear: any supplier, contractor or employee found to be involved in modern slavery or complicit in exploitation will face immediate contractual and legal consequences, including termination of contracts and referral to the appropriate authorities. We frame this policy within our code of conduct and procurement terms so that expectations are explicit and enforceable across the Commercial Waste - Tooting network.
We define modern slavery broadly to include forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, and other forms of coercion. Our obligations extend to the full lifecycle of refuse management and recycling services we provide in the Tooting area, and to any outsourced activities such as vehicle maintenance, staffing agencies, and materials processing.
Supplier oversight and audits form a cornerstone of how we manage risk. We conduct due diligence before onboarding suppliers and schedule periodic supplier audits tailored to risk level. Audits include document review, on-site inspections, interviews and verification of recruitment and payroll practices. Where risk is identified, we require remedial action plans and follow-up audits until compliance is demonstrated.
Our supplier audit programme includes a risk-based approach with the following components:
- Initial screening — background and compliance checks before contract award;
- Periodic audits — scheduled and unannounced visits based on risk indicators;
- Corrective action — mandatory remediation timelines and escalation procedures.
To support supply chain transparency, we ask suppliers to maintain records demonstrating workers’ rights protections, lawful recruitment practices and clear payment records. We use contractual clauses to require adherence to our anti‑slavery standards and reserve the right to terminate relationships where improvements are not made.
Reporting channels are accessible to all workers, contractors and third parties across our Tooting operations. We provide multiple, confidential reporting routes for concerns about modern slavery, including internal reporting to line managers and an anonymous reporting mechanism. Reports are investigated promptly and impartially, with protection for whistleblowers and without retaliation. Employees are trained to recognise indicators of exploitation and to use these channels when they have concerns.
Training, Monitoring and Remediation
We deliver targeted training for procurement teams, site managers and frontline staff to ensure that signs of exploitation are identified early. Monitoring includes routine reviews of payroll, working hours, recruitment practices and accommodation arrangements where provided. When modern slavery indicators are confirmed, we deploy a remediation protocol that focuses on victim support, cessation of abusive practices and rectification of employment terms.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
Commercial waste tooting commits to an annual review of this statement and associated policies to ensure they remain effective and aligned with evolving legislation and best practice. Each year we evaluate audit outcomes, reporting metrics and training effectiveness; we then update our procedures and publish an amended declaration as required. Senior management retains responsibility for oversight and will report progress internally to ensure the policy is embedded across the business.
In conclusion, our approach to modern slavery and the exploitation of workers is proactive and robust. Through a combination of a defined zero‑tolerance position, rigorous supplier audits, clear reporting channels and an annual review process, Commercial Waste Tooting seeks to prevent abuse, protect victims and uphold ethical standards across the refuse management sector in Tooting and surrounding areas.
