Modern Slavery Statement — Office Clearance Holborn
Office Clearance Holborn publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our commitment to preventing forced labour, servitude and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. This declaration explains our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and the steps we take to identify, assess and mitigate slavery risks in our clearance, removal and waste management services.
We operate with a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of exploitation. Our anti-modern slavery policy applies to every worker, contractor and supplier engaged by the business. We require that all colleagues, partners and subcontractors adhere to legally compliant working hours, fair pay and voluntary employment. In addition, we maintain strict recruitment checks and verification processes to ensure there is no recruitment fee or coercion involved in any hiring activity.
Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
Our supplier management procedures include risk-based due diligence and ongoing monitoring. We conduct regular supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance with our slavery and human trafficking statement and procurement standards. Audit activities include:
- Document reviews of payroll, contracts and right-to-work evidence
- On-site inspections where practical and third-party validation
- Questionnaires assessing labour practices and subcontracting chains
Where risks are identified, we work collaboratively with suppliers to implement corrective action plans and remediation measures. Our supplier audit programme is risk-ranked so that higher-risk categories, including temporary labour, cleaning and low-skilled subcontractors, receive more frequent inspections. This supply chain oversight forms a core part of our modern slavery policy and procurement governance.
We maintain clear reporting channels for staff, workers in our supply chain and the public to raise concerns about potential modern slavery incidents. Reporting is supported by confidential procedures and the option to escalate to senior management. We operate an internal whistleblowing route and encourage reporting through designated, anonymous channels. All reports are investigated promptly, and appropriate protective measures are taken for affected individuals.
Our approach includes training and awareness for employees and contractors so they can identify indicators of forced labour and human trafficking. Training covers how to use reporting channels, recognise exploitation signs and follow escalation protocols. Staff are empowered to act in line with our zero tolerance slavery commitment and to protect vulnerable workers.
Policies, Responsibilities and Continuous Improvement
Senior leadership at Office Clearance Holborn is accountable for the implementation of this slavery and human trafficking statement. Responsibility for anti-slavery compliance sits with our compliance officer and procurement leads, who review supplier performance and remedial actions. We require procurement contracts to include anti-slavery clauses and the right to audit.
We commit to transparency and continual improvement. Our measures include risk mapping across operations, strengthening contract clauses, and enhancing supplier engagement. Where exploitation is discovered, we take decisive action which may include terminating contracts, supporting remediation, and referring matters to the appropriate authorities where required.
Annual review: this modern slavery and human trafficking statement is reviewed at least once a year as part of our governance cycle. The annual review assesses the effectiveness of our policies, supplier audits, reporting channels and training programmes. Findings from each review inform updates to our procedures, ensuring Office Clearance Holborn remains proactive in preventing modern slavery in all its forms.
