Tooting Carpet Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Tooting Carpet Cleaners in respect of the financial year ending 31 December and sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting our activities with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Tooting Carpet Cleaners provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services to residential and commercial customers. Our operations are primarily based in the United Kingdom. Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products and equipment, maintenance services, uniforms, and other operational support. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms, including forced labour, servitude, child labour, and human trafficking, and we are determined to identify and address any such risks.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chains. This means we do not accept, condone, or ignore any form of exploitation. Our policy applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. Any breach of this policy is taken extremely seriously and may result in termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, or other appropriate actions.

Our zero-tolerance stance is communicated clearly during onboarding and through our supplier engagement processes. We expect everyone we work with to uphold the same high standards and to demonstrate a commitment to fair and ethical labour practices.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We recognise that the greatest risk of modern slavery often lies within supply chains. To mitigate this risk, we conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers. This may include requesting information on their labour practices, reviewing their policies, and assessing their compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Where appropriate and proportionate to the level of risk, we carry out supplier audits to verify compliance with our modern slavery expectations. These audits may be conducted on a scheduled or ad hoc basis and can involve site visits, document reviews, and interviews with relevant personnel. If a supplier is found to be in breach of our standards, we will work with them to implement corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe or, if necessary, end the business relationship.

Training and Awareness

Tooting Carpet Cleaners is committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff. We provide training to relevant employees so they can recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to respond to any concerns. Training materials emphasise our zero-tolerance policy, the importance of ethical sourcing, and the responsibilities of individuals in identifying and reporting potential issues.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical behaviour without fear of retaliation. Concerns can be reported through internal management channels, in person or in writing, including to line managers or senior management. Anonymous reports are accepted where permissible and appropriate.

All reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly and sensitively. We are committed to protecting those who speak up in good faith. Anyone found to be involved in modern slavery, or to have failed to act when aware of such practices, will face appropriate disciplinary or contractual consequences.

Monitoring, Accountability and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Tooting Carpet Cleaners. They ensure that policies are implemented, concerns are addressed, and continuous improvements are made. We monitor our suppliers, review risk assessments, and evaluate the effectiveness of our controls on an ongoing basis.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year to reflect changes in our business, evolving legal requirements, and emerging best practices. As part of the annual review, we assess the effectiveness of our due diligence processes, supplier audits, staff training, and reporting channels. Where we identify gaps or opportunities to strengthen our approach, we commit to implementing improvements in a timely manner.

By issuing this statement, Tooting Carpet Cleaners reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking and to promoting ethical and responsible practices throughout our organisation and supply chains.