Carpet Cleaning W1S Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Carpet Cleaning W1S in relation to our operations and supply chains. It outlines the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in any form connected with our business. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard workers.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Carpet Cleaning W1S maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to all aspects of our operations, including direct employment, contracted services, and the procurement of products and equipment used in our cleaning activities. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, contractor, or organisation involved in practices that exploit people or violate fundamental human rights.

All staff, from management to frontline operatives, are expected to uphold this policy. Any breach of our zero-tolerance approach is treated as a serious misconduct issue and may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts, or cessation of business relationships.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Carpet Cleaning W1S provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our supply chains consist mainly of cleaning product manufacturers, equipment suppliers, consumable providers, and subcontracted support services. While our supply chains are relatively straightforward, we recognise that modern slavery risks can exist at multiple tiers, including in the production of chemicals, tools, textiles, and ancillary services.

We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our ethical standards and who are willing to collaborate with us to identify and address potential risks of exploitation.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect our suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. As part of our supplier due diligence, we undertake assessments that may include requesting information on labour practices, reviewing policies, and confirming compliance with relevant regulations on modern slavery and human trafficking.

Where appropriate, we carry out supplier audits, which may involve site visits, document checks, and discussions with management about workforce conditions. These audits are designed to ensure that workers are employed freely, paid fairly, provided with safe working conditions, and not subjected to coercion, abuse, or discrimination.

If a supplier is found to be in breach of our standards or is unwilling to cooperate in resolving concerns, we may suspend or terminate the relationship. We also encourage suppliers to cascade these expectations down through their own supply chains.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Carpet Cleaning W1S promotes a culture of openness and encourages anyone associated with our business, including employees, agency workers, subcontractors, and suppliers, to raise concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical labour practices without fear of retaliation.

Concerns can be raised confidentially through internal reporting channels, including direct escalation to line managers or senior management. Reports may relate to our own operations or to the practices of any third party connected to our business. All reported concerns are treated seriously and investigated promptly and sensitively.

Where necessary, we will cooperate with relevant authorities and take appropriate remedial action to protect individuals who may be at risk.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

We are committed to improving our understanding of modern slavery risks. Relevant staff are provided with guidance on recognising warning signs of exploitation, such as excessive overtime, withheld identity documents, or signs of intimidation. We aim to embed awareness of modern slavery issues into our procurement and recruitment processes.

We continuously review our procedures to strengthen our approach, enhance due diligence, and respond to evolving best practice in ethical business conduct.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for implementing and monitoring this Modern Slavery Statement rests with the senior management of Carpet Cleaning W1S. We regularly review the effectiveness of our controls, supplier oversight, and reporting mechanisms to ensure they remain appropriate and robust.

This statement is reviewed and updated annually, or sooner if required by changes in legislation, our operations, or identified risks. Each review considers feedback from audits, reported concerns, stakeholder input, and developments in industry standards. Our aim is to demonstrate ongoing improvement and transparency in how we address modern slavery risks.

By issuing this Modern Slavery Statement, Carpet Cleaning W1S reaffirms its commitment to ethical conduct, respect for human rights, and the elimination of modern slavery in all its forms from our business and supply chains.