Cleaning House Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Cleaning House takes to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. It reflects our commitment to conducting business ethically, transparently, and in full respect of human rights.
Our Commitment and Scope
Cleaning House operates within the cleaning and facilities services sector and recognises that modern slavery can occur in many forms, including forced labour, child labour, debt bondage, and human trafficking. This statement applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers engaged by Cleaning House.
We are committed to improving our practices on an ongoing basis to identify, address, and prevent any risk of modern slavery within our business and wider supply chain.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaning House maintains a zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery and human trafficking. Any form of coerced, exploitative, or non-voluntary labour is strictly prohibited in our own operations and in those of our business partners.
All employees, managers, and suppliers are expected to uphold this policy. Any breach by an employee may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Any breach by a supplier may result in the suspension or termination of the commercial relationship.
Responsible Sourcing and Supplier Expectations
We expect all suppliers to share our commitment to ethical labour practices. Suppliers are required to comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws, and to avoid any use of forced, bonded, or trafficked labour.
When engaging new suppliers, Cleaning House assesses their labour practices, policies, and risk profile. Existing suppliers are required to cooperate with our due diligence processes and to provide information that demonstrates compliance with our standards on modern slavery.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
Cleaning House undertakes risk-based supplier audits and reviews to monitor compliance with our modern slavery expectations. These audits may include document reviews, site visits where appropriate, and interviews with management and workers conducted in a respectful and confidential manner.
Where potential concerns or non-conformances are identified, we work collaboratively with suppliers to develop corrective action plans with clear timelines. If a supplier fails to address serious concerns, we reserve the right to reduce, suspend, or cease business with that supplier.
Training and Awareness
We provide training and guidance to relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and on-site supervision. Training covers how to recognise indicators of modern slavery, how to respond to concerns, and the importance of maintaining ethical supply chains.
We also communicate our standards and expectations to suppliers, encouraging them to cascade similar principles through their own supply chains.
Reporting Channels and Protection
Cleaning House encourages everyone associated with our business, including employees, contractors, and suppliers, to raise any concerns about suspected modern slavery or unethical labour practices.
Concerns can be reported through internal reporting channels or raised directly with line management or senior management. Reports can be made anonymously where permitted by local laws. We are committed to ensuring that no person who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of retaliation or disadvantage as a result.
All concerns are taken seriously and investigated promptly and sensitively. Where appropriate, Cleaning House will cooperate with law enforcement and relevant authorities.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Cleaning House is committed to continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery. We regularly review our policies, risk assessments, and due diligence procedures to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the risks in our sector and supply chains.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by senior management. The review considers developments in legislation, changes in our operations, audit findings, and feedback from stakeholders. Where necessary, we update our processes and communicate changes to employees and suppliers.
By publishing this statement, Cleaning House affirms its dedication to upholding human rights, promoting fair and safe working conditions, and acting decisively wherever the risk of modern slavery is identified.