Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Queens Park
Skip Hire Queens Park is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance position, the steps we take to identify and manage risk, and the reporting channels available to staff, suppliers and third parties. We operate as a responsible provider of Queens Park skip hire and related waste services, and we require high ethical standards from everyone connected to our business.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
We have a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and forced labour. All employees, contractors and partners are expected to follow the policy, and breaches are treated seriously. Our code of conduct explicitly prohibits the use of exploitative labour practices, and managers are trained to recognise the signs of abuse. Skip hire in Queens Park operations must adhere to employment, health and safety, and human rights standards at all times.
We set clear contractual obligations for suppliers and service providers. Every supplier is required to confirm compliance with anti-slavery principles, and we reserve the right to terminate contracts where evidence of modern slavery is discovered. Our procurement procedures incorporate due diligence checks, and we prioritise working with partners who demonstrate ethical employment practices and traceable labour sources.
To strengthen oversight we conduct regular supplier audits and risk assessments. Audits are proportionate and risk-based: higher-risk suppliers receive more frequent and in-depth reviews. Audit activities include document review, site visits and worker interviews where appropriate. Findings are recorded, acted upon and tracked to completion, with non-conformances prompting corrective action plans.
Our compliance programme includes the following controls:
- Pre-contract screening of suppliers and subcontractors;
- Periodic supplier audits focusing on labour conditions, pay, hours and recruitment practices;
- Mandatory training for procurement and operational teams on identifying modern slavery risks;
- Contract clauses requiring transparency and cooperation with investigations.
We maintain multiple reporting channels to encourage timely disclosure of concerns. Employees and third parties can raise issues through internal managers, human resources, an anonymous whistleblowing service, or via our confidential reporting hotline. Reports are treated confidentially, investigated promptly and escalated to senior management as required. We emphasize protection from retaliation for anyone who raises concerns in good faith.
Governance and accountability are central to our approach. The board and senior leadership review modern slavery risk as part of broader ethical and compliance oversight. We assign responsibility for delivery of the policy to a senior compliance lead who coordinates supplier engagement, audit schedules and training programmes across our Queens Park operations.
Our approach also extends to continuous improvement: we regularly update procurement standards, refine our audit methodology, and incorporate lessons learned from investigations. Where modern slavery indicators are identified, we collaborate with relevant authorities and partner organisations to ensure victims receive appropriate support while taking firm action against perpetrators.
