Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Chigwell

Skip Hire Chigwell confirms its commitment to the elimination of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach to preventing exploitation in any form and outlines a clear zero-tolerance policy that applies across all services, including skip hire chigwell operations and related waste management services.

We operate with transparency and accountability as core principles. Chigwell skip hire suppliers, contractors and staff are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards. Our anti-slavery policy is incorporated into company procedures and forms part of staff induction, training and day-to-day management. We make clear that exploitation of workers will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

Our policy covers all business activities of Skip Hire Chigwell and its affiliates. In recruitment, procurement and logistics we insist on lawful employment terms, fair pay, appropriate working hours and safe conditions. The company will not engage with third parties who fail to demonstrate robust measures to prevent modern slavery in their own operations or subcontractors.

Supplier due diligence is a central pillar of our approach. We carry out supplier audits and require contractual commitments from vendors and partners. These checks include verification of documentation, interviews, on-site visits when necessary and review of employment practices for those providing skip-hire and waste collection services in Chigwell and surrounding areas.

Our supplier assessment process uses a risk-based approach: higher-risk suppliers undergo more frequent and detailed scrutiny. We maintain records of audits and corrective actions. Where issues are identified, we insist on remediation plans and reserve the right to terminate relationships if adequate improvements are not made.

We outline specific preventative measures in our procurement and contract management, including:

• Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws and company standards
• Periodic site inspections and documentary checks
• Mandatory reporting by suppliers of any concerns relating to forced labour

Skip Hire Chigwell promotes accessible and secure reporting channels for staff, contractors and supply chain partners to raise concerns or suspected incidents of modern slavery. Reports are treated confidentially, investigated promptly, and escalated where necessary. We operate a non-retaliation stance to ensure whistleblowers are protected.

Our reporting framework includes multiple routes: internal management escalation, anonymous reporting mechanisms, and escalation to relevant authorities when required. Chigwell skip-hire providers are instructed to use the same standards and to report any irregularities immediately for investigation. Training ensures that everyone recognises indicators of exploitation and knows how to act.

Accountability and continuous improvement are key. We undertake an annual review of our policies, supplier performance and risk assessments. This review evaluates the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, audits, reporting channels, and remedial actions, and informs enhancements to our compliance programme. The outcome of the annual review shapes future steps, including targeted training, revised contractual terms and expanded supplier checks.