Brent Carpet Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Brent Carpet Cleaners has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking from taking place within our business and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard against any form of modern slavery.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Brent Carpet Cleaners has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour in any part of our operations or supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a serious global issue affecting individuals, communities, and industries, and we are committed to ensuring that our business activities do not contribute to or benefit from these abuses.
All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. We will not knowingly work with any organisation or individual that fails to uphold these standards, and we reserve the right to terminate relationships where modern slavery risks are identified and not adequately addressed.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Brent Carpet Cleaners provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our supply chains primarily include providers of cleaning products, machinery and equipment, workwear, transport, and ancillary services that support our day-to-day operations. We understand that risks may arise at various points within these supply chains, including in the sourcing of raw materials, manufacturing, distribution, and labour provision.
We are committed to gaining clear visibility of our suppliers and the conditions under which goods and services are provided. We seek to engage only with reputable suppliers who can demonstrate their commitment to ethical labour practices.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect our suppliers to comply with all applicable laws relating to employment, human rights, and modern slavery. We communicate our zero-tolerance stance to existing and prospective suppliers and expect them to maintain appropriate policies and controls within their own operations and supply chains.
Brent Carpet Cleaners carries out proportionate supplier checks, with enhanced due diligence and audits focused on higher-risk categories. This may include reviewing supplier policies on labour and human rights, assessing factory or workplace conditions, and requesting evidence of compliance with relevant legislation. Where appropriate, we may conduct site visits or request third-party verification to confirm that working conditions are safe, fair, and free from exploitation.
If any supplier is found to be in breach of our modern slavery standards, we will work with them to implement corrective actions where possible. If satisfactory improvements cannot be made within a reasonable timeframe, we will consider suspending or terminating the business relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Brent Carpet Cleaners encourages openness and supports anyone who raises genuine concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices, whether within our own operations or in our supply chains. Employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any suspicions of exploitation or abuse without fear of retaliation.
Concerns can be raised directly with management or through established internal reporting channels. Reports will be treated sensitively and, so far as is practical, confidentially. All concerns will be investigated promptly and thoroughly, and appropriate action will be taken where issues are identified. We will not tolerate any form of victimisation against individuals who speak up in good faith.
Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking among our staff. Relevant employees receive training to help them recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to escalate concerns. We also take steps to communicate our expectations to suppliers and contractors.
Brent Carpet Cleaners recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process requiring continuous monitoring and improvement. We aim to strengthen our procedures over time, drawing on best practice and feedback from stakeholders.
Annual Review and Approval
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with our business activities and legal obligations. As part of the review, we assess the effectiveness of our controls, supplier checks, training initiatives, and reporting mechanisms. Where necessary, we update our approach to better identify, prevent, and address modern slavery risks.
This statement has been approved by the management of Brent Carpet Cleaners, who are responsible for overseeing its implementation and ensuring that appropriate resources are dedicated to combating modern slavery within our business and supply chains.
