Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Harlesden
Skip Hire Harlesden is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all its business dealings and relationships. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We recognise that as a provider of skip hire and waste management services in Harlesden and surrounding areas, we have a responsibility to prevent exploitation and to promote fair labour practices.Policy Overview and Zero-Tolerance Position
Our policy applies to Harlesden skip hire activities, contractors, suppliers and any third parties we engage. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, slavery, servitude, child labour or human trafficking. All staff, drivers, subcontractors and suppliers must comply with this policy and relevant labour laws. Breaches will result in swift action, which may include termination of relationships and referral to appropriate authorities.
Scope, Responsibility and Governance
The responsibility for implementing this statement rests with our senior management team and Board. Skip Hire (Harlesden) operations are overseen by designated compliance leads who are responsible for embedding the policy, maintaining records and reporting progress. Key elements of our approach include:- Risk assessment of high-risk suppliers and services;
- Contractual clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery provisions;
- Training for staff and managers on recognising indicators of exploitation.
Due Diligence and Supplier Onboarding
Our due diligence process for new suppliers to skip-hire Harlesden includes background checks, verification of legal employment documentation and assessment of labour practices. Suppliers are required to provide information on their labour policies and subcontracting arrangements. Where suppliers operate internationally, we seek assurances about working conditions and remediation practices for any identified issues.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
We conduct regular audits and reviews of our supply chain. Audits may be desktop reviews, self-assessments or on-site inspections conducted by our compliance team or independent third parties. Audit focus areas include wage payment, working hours, recruitment fees, right-to-work checks and the use of intermediaries. Remedial action plans are agreed with suppliers where risks are found, with clear timelines and follow-up assessments to ensure compliance.Training, Communication and Contractual Controls
All employees and contractors involved in procurement and supplier management receive targeted training on modern slavery risks in waste and skip hire sectors. Contracts for supply and subcontracting include explicit anti-slavery clauses and rights to audit. We also encourage the use of local labour and verified recruitment agencies to reduce risk. Our procurement teams apply proportionate checks for higher-risk services such as vehicle maintenance, cleaning and manual handling work.Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We maintain clear reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery or exploitation. Workers, suppliers and members of the public can report suspected issues through anonymous internal hotlines, secure email reporting and designated compliance officers. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and confidentially, and appropriate steps taken to protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Harlesden skip hire will cooperate with law enforcement where necessary.
Remediation and Continuous Improvement
When incidents or non-compliance are identified, our priority is the welfare of affected individuals. We work with suppliers to secure remediation, which may include compensation, termination of abusive contracts and support for vulnerable workers. We also review our processes to prevent recurrence and drive continuous improvement across the skip hire supply chain.