Modern Slavery Statement for Carpet Cleaners SE16

Carpet Cleaners SE16 is committed to operating with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights in every part of our business. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitative working practices can exist in many sectors and supply chains, including cleaning and maintenance services. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy and the steps we take to prevent, identify, and address any risk of modern slavery in our operations.

Our Commitment

As a professional carpet cleaning provider, we expect the highest standards from our team members, contractors, and business partners. Our approach is based on prevention, transparency, and accountability. We do not accept any form of coercion, debt bondage, child labour, withheld wages, or restricted freedom of movement. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in immediate termination of employment or supplier relationships.

Risk Areas and Due Diligence

We review our operations regularly to identify potential areas of vulnerability, particularly where recruitment, subcontracting, or labour-intensive services are involved. Carpet cleaning services can rely on temporary staff, outsourced support, and the purchase of goods from multiple suppliers, so we apply due diligence to reduce the chance of abuse. This includes checking labour practices, confirming that workers are legally entitled to work, and ensuring that wages and working hours meet applicable legal standards.

Supplier Audits are a key part of our prevention strategy. We assess new suppliers before engagement and conduct periodic supplier audits to review employment standards, record-keeping, subcontracting arrangements, and compliance with our ethical expectations. Where concerns arise, we request corrective action and monitor progress closely. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our standards, we may suspend or end the relationship. Our aim is to work only with businesses that share our commitment to fair treatment and lawful employment.

Training and awareness are also important. Staff involved in recruitment, procurement, and contract management are encouraged to understand the signs of exploitation, including documents being retained by others, unusual control over workers, or signs of intimidation. By improving awareness across the business, we strengthen our ability to act quickly if a concern is raised. This is especially relevant in the carpet cleaning sector, where fast-paced work and changing site requirements can sometimes obscure poor practices if proper checks are not in place.

Reporting Channels are available for employees, contractors, and suppliers who want to raise a concern about modern slavery or unethical conduct. Reports may be made through internal management routes or through designated safeguarding procedures, and concerns are handled confidentially and without retaliation. We encourage early reporting so that issues can be investigated promptly. Any credible allegation is reviewed carefully, and appropriate action is taken to protect those at risk and to stop harmful behaviour.

We also seek to promote a culture in which workers feel safe to speak up. Modern slavery risks are not limited to direct employment; they may appear through recruitment fees, excessive overtime, poor accommodation, or hidden subcontracting. For this reason, we continue to strengthen oversight across all stages of service delivery. Our management team is responsible for ensuring that anti-slavery controls remain practical, visible, and effective in day-to-day operations.

Annual Review

This statement and our related procedures are reviewed annually to ensure they remain suitable, effective, and aligned with current law and best practice. The review considers any incidents reported, audit findings, training needs, and changes in the risk profile of our business or supply chain. Where improvements are needed, we update our controls and reinforce expectations across the organisation. Through continuous review, Carpet Cleaners SE16 remains committed to preventing modern slavery and protecting the dignity of everyone connected to our work.