Barnet Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement

Barnet Skip Hire publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to affirm our commitment to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains. This anti-slavery statement sets out our approach, the responsibilities we hold, and the actions we take to detect, deter and address any forms of forced labour. We adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards exploitation and seek to promote ethical labour standards across our operations.

Our modern slavery policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers and partners working with Barnet Skip Hire. We require adherence to lawful employment practices, fair pay and safe working conditions. As part of that commitment we deliver targeted training and awareness-raising sessions so that staff at every level can identify risks and report concerns. Prevention and vigilance underpin how we operate day to day.

This slavery and human trafficking statement describes the scope of our due diligence and monitoring. We assess risk across recruitment, subcontracting, transportation and waste handling services. Our approach is proportionate to the level of risk: higher-risk suppliers and projects attract more intensive scrutiny. We expect the same anti-slavery standards from all suppliers that we observe within our own business and we make this clear contractually.

Policies, Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We maintain a robust modern slavery policy that is reviewed annually and communicated throughout the organisation. Supplier audits are a core control: Barnet Skip Hire conducts periodic checks, documentation reviews, and where appropriate, on-site assessments to verify compliance. Our procurement process includes risk-based screening to identify potential issues early and to ensure remedial action where needed.

Supplier audits include verification of payroll records, right-to-work documentation and subcontractor arrangements. We require suppliers to confirm that they do not engage in forced or bonded labour, and we reserve the right to suspend or terminate relationships where breaches are found. Where non-compliance is identified, corrective action plans are agreed and followed up to closure.

Key measures we use to manage risk include:

• Due diligence checks on new suppliers and periodic revalidation of existing relationships.
• Contract clauses that require adherence to our anti-slavery standards and allow for audits and termination for cause.
• Targeted supplier audits in sectors and locations identified as higher risk for labour exploitation.

Reporting Channels, Training and Annual Review

Barnet Skip Hire operates multiple reporting channels so that staff, suppliers and third parties can raise concerns securely and confidentially. We encourage early reporting and protect whistleblowers against retaliation. All reports are investigated promptly by trained personnel, and any substantiated issues trigger immediate remedial steps, including engagement with relevant authorities where appropriate.

We provide ongoing training on our anti-slavery statement and modern slavery responsibilities for procurement, operations and management teams. Training emphasises recognition of signs of exploitation, proper recruitment practices, and the requirement to escalate concerns. Responsible purchasing and clear contract management are highlighted as essential mitigations.

Barnet Skip Hire commits to an annual review of this anti-slavery statement and associated controls. The review evaluates the effectiveness of supplier audits, due diligence procedures, reporting mechanisms and training outcomes. Findings inform continuous improvement: we update policies, increase audit frequency where necessary, and allocate resources to areas of greatest risk. This Barnet Skip Hire modern slavery statement will be published each year and revised to reflect evolving risks and best practices.