Eltham Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

Eltham Skip Hire is unequivocal in its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking throughout our operations and supply chain. This statement describes the steps we take to identify, prevent and remediate instances of exploitation. As a provider of waste management and skip services, the company enforces a zero-tolerance policy on all forms of forced labour, bonded labour and other related abuses. We require every colleague, contractor and supplier to adhere to these standards and to report any concerns without delay. Our leadership endorses these measures and holds all business units accountable for compliance.

Our scope covers the full range of Eltham skip hire activities, from depot operations to logistics and third-party suppliers. We operate as Eltham skip-hire providers and engage with service partners under strict contractual terms. Employment practices are reviewed to ensure lawful recruitment, documented wages and safe working conditions. We use risk-based assessments so that higher-risk supply relationships receive enhanced scrutiny, and we continually adapt our controls to emerging threats across the waste and recycling sectors.

Policy and Standards

Our policy is applied consistently across territorial and operational boundaries. Zero tolerance means any confirmed breach may lead to immediate contractual action, remediation and, where appropriate, termination of the relationship. We incorporate human-rights clauses in procurement contracts, require proof of lawful employment and reserve the right to carry out independent checks. As an organisation offering Eltham skip hire services, we are committed to supporting suppliers to meet standards where practical, while taking decisive measures against persistent non-compliance.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We maintain a structured due diligence programme that is proportionate to the level of risk presented by suppliers and activities. This involves desktop reviews, documentation checks and targeted on-site audits covering recruitment processes, wage verification, working hours and conditions. Our supplier audits are designed to detect signs of exploitation and to recommend corrective action. Where issues are found, we require time-bound remediation plans; ongoing failures can result in contract cessation. The procurement team works with compliance leads to prioritise audits and to verify remediation effectiveness.

Reporting and whistleblowing channels are central to enforcement and worker protection. We provide multiple confidential routes for raising concerns, including an anonymous reporting portal, a confidential hotline and internal escalation to designated safeguarding officers. All reports are logged, investigated promptly and handled with sensitivity to protect the safety and identity of reporters. Key elements of our approach include:

• Confidential reporting channels that enable anonymous submissions
• Prompt investigations with appropriate protection for affected individuals
• Support and remediation to ensure victims receive immediate assistance

We undertake regular training across the business so that employees and contractors can recognise indicators of modern slavery and understand reporting procedures. Responsibility for anti-slavery measures is allocated across procurement, operations and HR, supported by a senior compliance sponsor who reviews performance and resource needs. An annual review process summarises audit outcomes, incidents, remediation and progress, and the Board receives a comprehensive compliance report each year to ensure ongoing oversight and improvement.

Our commitment to continuous improvement means that policies, audits and reporting mechanisms are reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis. We will continue to invest in supplier audits, training and robust reporting channels to strengthen prevention and remediation. By embedding these measures across the Eltham skips network and among our partners, we aim to ensure that our zero-tolerance policy is not only stated but demonstrably applied.

Eltham skip hire operations will publish an annual summary of progress, review the effectiveness of supplier audits and revise controls where necessary. We believe that transparent governance, active supplier engagement and accessible reporting channels are essential to eradicate modern slavery from our supply chain and to uphold the rights and dignity of all workers associated with our services.

This statement is approved by senior management and will be subject to an annual review to ensure continuous relevance and effectiveness in preventing modern slavery within our business and supply chain.