Modern Slavery Statement for Oven Cleaning Surrey
Our Commitment
Oven Cleaning Surrey is committed to conducting all aspects of our business ethically, transparently, and with respect for the human rights and dignity of every individual. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation are serious crimes and fundamental violations of human rights. We are dedicated to ensuring that these practices have no place within our operations or our supply chains.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to everyone working for or on behalf of Oven Cleaning Surrey, including employees, contractors, agency staff, and all suppliers who provide goods or services to our business.
We expect the same high standards from all those we work with. Any indication that modern slavery or human trafficking may be taking place within our business or supply chain will be treated as a matter of utmost urgency. Where appropriate, we will suspend, review, or terminate relationships with any party found to be in breach of our expectations.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Oven Cleaning Surrey provides professional oven and appliance cleaning services across Surrey and surrounding areas. Our direct workforce is relatively small and operates primarily within the United Kingdom, where labour protections are well established. However, we recognise that modern slavery risks can exist in the broader supply chain, including in the manufacture and distribution of cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, and other materials we use.
We work with a range of suppliers, from local distributors to national manufacturers. We are committed to engaging only with reputable businesses that can demonstrate their own commitment to preventing modern slavery and protecting workers rights.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers to uphold high ethical standards and comply with all relevant modern slavery and human trafficking legislation. As part of our approach, we:
Seek assurances from key suppliers that they have policies and procedures in place to prevent modern slavery. Assess, where reasonable and proportionate, the modern slavery risks associated with specific categories of goods and services. Reserve the right to request additional information or documentation from suppliers to verify compliance with our standards. Conduct periodic reviews of higher risk suppliers, which may include desk-based audits, written questionnaires, or other due diligence activities.
Where a supplier is unable or unwilling to meet our expectations, we will consider appropriate remedial steps, which may include working with them to improve their standards or, where necessary, discontinuing the relationship.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing
We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking at the earliest possible stage. Concerns may relate to our own operations or to any part of our supply chain.
Reports can be made to line managers, senior management, or via any internal reporting channels made available by Oven Cleaning Surrey. We will treat all reports seriously, investigate them promptly and sensitively, and, where appropriate, escalate matters to the relevant authorities.
We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers detrimental treatment as a result of raising a genuine concern about modern slavery in good faith, even if it is later found to be unfounded.
Training and Awareness
We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our team by providing accessible information and guidance, particularly to those involved in procurement, supplier management, and frontline operations. This may include induction briefings, periodic updates, or other educational resources to help colleagues identify indicators of exploitation and understand how to respond.
Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to reviewing and improving our approach to preventing modern slavery on an ongoing basis. This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by senior management to ensure it remains current, effective, and reflective of our business operations and risk profile.
As part of the annual review, we will consider feedback from employees, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as any changes in legislation, guidance, or best practice. Where necessary, we will enhance our policies, procedures, and due diligence processes to strengthen our response to modern slavery risks.
This statement has been approved by the management of Oven Cleaning Surrey and represents our ongoing commitment to acting ethically, responsibly, and in accordance with our values in all aspects of our business and supply chains.
