Tooting Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement
Tooting Skip Hire is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms across our skip hire and waste management activities. This statement sets out the policies and procedures that govern our approach to ethical sourcing, labour standards and operational oversight. We operate a zero-tolerance policy to any form of forced labour, child labour or exploitative practice within our organisation and supply chains.
Our Commitment to Ethical Practices
Tooting skip-hire services are provided with integrity, respect and transparency. We expect everyone who works for or with us to meet high standards of conduct. Our code of conduct emphasises human rights, fair wages and working hours, and safe working conditions. We will not tolerate slavery-like practices, and we require the same standard from all subcontractors, partners and suppliers who support our Tooting skip hire services.
Zero-Tolerance Policy and Scope
We have a clear zero-tolerance policy against modern slavery. This applies to all employees, temporary staff, contractors and suppliers. The policy is enforced through:
- Mandatory contractual clauses prohibiting forced labour;
- Risk-based checks during supplier onboarding;
- Periodic contract renewals tied to compliance with labour standards.
Supplier due diligence is a cornerstone of our approach. Our procurement team conducts enhanced vetting for higher-risk suppliers, including domestic and international haulage, disposal partners and temporary labour agencies. We assess labour practices, documentation and record-keeping, and require evidence of lawful recruitment and valid right-to-work checks. Tooting Skip Hire Ltd maintains records of supplier assessments and uses a risk-rating system to prioritise audits and follow-up.
Our supplier audits combine self-assessment questionnaires, document review and on-site inspections where necessary. Audits focus on recruitment fees, subcontracting chains, wage payment systems and health and safety. Audit outcomes determine corrective action plans, timelines for remediation and consequences for non-compliance. We favour suppliers who demonstrate continuous improvement and transparency in labour practices over those who pose unacceptable risk.
Training and awareness are integral to enforcement. We provide regular training for managers and procurement staff to recognise indicators of exploitation and to follow escalation protocols. Employees are encouraged to report concerns and are protected from retaliation. All staff receive guidance on recognising signs of modern slavery during routine operations such as skip collection, site clearance and waste transfer.
We maintain multiple reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery. Reports can be made internally through line managers and our HR team, and through anonymous reporting mechanisms within the organisation. Reports are treated seriously and investigated by a designated compliance lead. We operate a fair and confidential process for handling allegations and ensure appropriate remedial action.
To strengthen transparency, our approach includes clear escalation procedures and corrective measures. Where necessary, we will terminate relationships with suppliers who do not remedy identified violations. We also collaborate with sector partners and relevant agencies to share best practice and respond collectively to risks in the waste management and skip hire sector.
We review this Modern Slavery Statement annually. The annual review examines effectiveness of due diligence, audit findings, training outcomes and reports received. Improvements identified during reviews are integrated into policies and supplier contracts. By continuing to embed anti-slavery measures into our business operations, Tooting Skip Hire reaffirms its commitment to ethical procurement, responsible employment and the eradication of modern slavery within our services and supply chain.