Forest Hill Skip Hire: Modern Slavery Statement

Forest Hill Skip Hire publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our commitment to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation across our operations. This anti-slavery statement outlines policies, procedures and practical steps taken to ensure compliance with the modern slavery policy principles we uphold. We recognise the responsibility to act ethically and transparently in all areas of our business and supply chain.

Scope and Commitment

Our slavery and human trafficking statement applies to all employees, contractors and third-party suppliers engaged by Forest Hill Skip Hire. We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery or exploitation. All staff receive clear expectations that any breaches of our standards are unacceptable and will be addressed swiftly and proportionately. We require suppliers to adhere to equivalent standards and to demonstrate compliance through documentation and behavioural evidence.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Principles

Forest Hill Skip Hire maintains a clear zero-tolerance policy on forced labour, bonded labour, servitude and human trafficking. Our approach within this modern slavery policy includes risk assessment, due diligence and corrective action plans where necessary. We are committed to fair pay, safe working conditions and voluntary labour across all contracts and sub-contracts, and to eliminating any practices that could facilitate modern slavery within our operational footprint.

Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We perform targeted due diligence on suppliers and partners, focusing on higher-risk categories. Regular supplier audits and contractual requirements help ensure compliance with our anti-slavery and human trafficking statement. Key elements of our supply chain checks include:

• Risk-based supplier assessments and pre-qualification.
• On-site and remote compliance checks where risk indicators are identified.
• Contract clauses requiring adherence to our modern slavery policy and the right to audit.

Preventative Actions and Training

We invest in training for procurement, operations and management teams to recognise signs of exploitation and to apply our policies consistently. Staff are trained to escalate concerns and to follow procedures designed to protect vulnerable workers. Forest Hill Skip Hire integrates anti-slavery considerations into procurement decisions and contractor selection to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our projects and waste management services.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide secure and accessible reporting channels for employees, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns. These reporting channels are designed to be confidential and, where requested, anonymous. Our internal procedures ensure that every report is acknowledged, investigated and escalated to senior management where appropriate. We emphasise protection from retaliation for those who report in good faith.

Monitoring, Compliance and Supplier Remediation

Monitoring includes periodic reviews, supplier audits and contractual enforcement. Where non-compliance is identified, we apply proportionate remediation measures: corrective action plans, re-training, and, if necessary, termination of contracts. Our supplier audit programme is central to maintaining supply chain integrity and ensuring that corrective steps are taken promptly and transparently.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

Forest Hill Skip Hire commits to an annual review of this modern slavery statement and our related policies and processes. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of due diligence, audits and reporting channels and identifies improvements. Senior leadership will formally review outcomes, update risk assessments and refine training and supplier engagement strategies to further reduce the risk of modern slavery. This slavery and human trafficking statement is an active document, reviewed and updated to reflect changes in our business, supply chain risks and best practice.