Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Greenhithe

Commercial Waste Greenhithe confirms its clear commitment to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour across our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our approach to risk assessment, supplier engagement and continuous improvement in Greenhithe commercial waste services. We recognise that responsible waste management in the region requires vigilance, robust policies and active monitoring of the entire supply chain that supports CW Greenhithe.

Zero-tolerance policy: Our company maintains a zero-tolerance position on modern slavery. We require all employees, contractors and partners to adhere to this stance; breaches are treated as serious misconduct and will prompt immediate action. We provide training so that staff can identify signs of exploitation, and we emphasise that protecting workers is an organisational priority. We will not tolerate any form of forced labour or human trafficking in Commercial Waste in Greenhithe or related activities.

To support this policy we operate a structured supplier audit programme for Greenhithe commercial waste suppliers. Our supplier audits evaluate working conditions, recruitment practices and subcontractor arrangements. Audits include document review, site visits and, where appropriate, private worker interviews. Suppliers must comply with contractual anti-slavery clauses and demonstrate corrective action plans if issues are found. Failure to remedy serious non-compliance can lead to termination of the supplier relationship.

Supply chain due diligence and risk assessment

We carry out regular due diligence across our procurement of commercial waste services and goods. Risk factors considered include geographic risk, the labour intensity of services, and the use of third-party labour providers. Our procurement teams apply enhanced checks when engaging new providers and maintain records of assessments. Variations such as Commercial-waste Greenhithe and CW Greenhithe are included in standard contractual language to ensure clarity of obligations.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We provide multiple reporting channels so concerns about modern slavery can be raised safely and confidentially. Employees and third parties can report suspected issues through internal line management, anonymous hotlines and designated compliance contacts. Reports are investigated promptly, and we ensure there is no retaliation for good-faith reporting. All allegations are assessed and escalated where necessary to protect potential victims and preserve evidence.

Key elements of our operational response include:

• Regular supplier audits and on-site inspections to verify labour practices;
• Contractual commitments requiring suppliers to prohibit forced labour, with remedy clauses;
• Training programmes for staff and procurement teams to identify signs of exploitation;
• Corrective action plans and suspension mechanisms where breaches are detected.

We also emphasise worker engagement in our due diligence. In partnership with third-party auditors, we conduct confidential interviews with workers in high-risk parts of the waste and recycling chain to verify conditions and recruitment practices. Our teams maintain records of findings and follow up until satisfactory remediation is achieved. These actions apply across Commercial Waste Greenhithe operations and to subcontractors who supply labour.

When potential modern slavery is identified we act to protect victims and pursue proportionate remediation. Remediation may include supporting safe exit from exploitative situations, collaborating with authorities and co-operating with NGOs when appropriate. We require corrective action plans from suppliers and monitor implementation. Remediation processes are documented and reviewed to ensure they address root causes and prevent recurrence.

Governance, annual review and continued commitment: Our board and senior management oversee anti-slavery measures and receive periodic reports on risk assessments, audit outcomes and investigations. We conduct an annual review of this statement and our operational measures to ensure continuing effectiveness. The review updates policy, strengthens supplier oversight and refines training content. Commercial Waste Greenhithe remains resolute in its commitment: we maintain a zero-tolerance stance, robust supplier audits, clear reporting channels and an ongoing cycle of improvement to prevent modern slavery across our operations.