Oven Cleaning Chiswick Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Oven Cleaning Chiswick to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to respecting human rights, promoting fair working conditions, and operating with integrity in all aspects of our business.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Oven Cleaning Chiswick has a clear zero-tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, or exploitation. This commitment applies to all individuals working for us or on our behalf at every level, including employees, contractors, agency staff, and suppliers. We expect everyone connected to our business to share this commitment and act in accordance with our values.
We do not tolerate practices such as debt bondage, withholding of identity documents, intimidation, or any form of coercion. Where we identify risks or concerns, we will act promptly to investigate and, where necessary, terminate relationships or take corrective action.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Oven Cleaning Chiswick provides domestic and commercial oven cleaning services. Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products, personal protective equipment, tools, vehicles, and other operational services. While our operational footprint is relatively small, we recognise that any business can be exposed to risks of modern slavery, particularly through supply chains and subcontracted services.
We aim to work with suppliers and partners that demonstrate lawful, ethical, and transparent practices. We prioritise relationships with businesses that can show strong labour standards and responsible sourcing.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We are committed to engaging only with suppliers that uphold high standards of labour and human rights. We require suppliers to comply with all applicable labour laws, including those related to working hours, wages, health and safety, and the prohibition of forced or child labour.
Oven Cleaning Chiswick is implementing a programme of supplier assessments and audits that may include reviewing policies, requesting information on labour practices, and where appropriate conducting site visits. Where risks are identified, we will work with suppliers to address and remediate issues. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our expectations, we will consider suspending or ending the business relationship.
Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels
We seek to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our team. Relevant personnel are briefed on the signs of exploitation, the importance of ethical recruitment, and how to respond to concerns. We encourage everyone working for Oven Cleaning Chiswick to remain vigilant and to raise any suspicion of modern slavery at the earliest opportunity.
We provide clear internal reporting channels so that team members can report concerns confidentially. Reports may relate to our own operations or to the conduct of any supplier, contractor, or third party connected to our business. We will investigate any report promptly, treat information sensitively, and take appropriate action where wrongdoing is found.
Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
Oven Cleaning Chiswick undertakes ongoing assessments of potential modern slavery risks in its activities and supply chains. This includes considering the nature of the work undertaken, the locations from which we source products, and the reliance on temporary or outsourced labour. We use this assessment to prioritise due diligence efforts and supplier engagement.
Due diligence steps may include gathering information from suppliers about their labour practices, reviewing available documentation, and considering their own modern slavery measures. This process is designed to identify, prevent, and mitigate risks rather than simply shift them elsewhere in the supply chain.
Monitoring, Annual Review, and Continuous Improvement
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Oven Cleaning Chiswick will monitor the effectiveness of our policies and procedures and will review this Modern Slavery Statement at least once every year. As part of this annual review, we will consider feedback from staff, outcomes of supplier audits, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year.
Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we will update our policies, strengthen our due diligence, and enhance training to ensure that our approach remains robust and proportionate to the risks we face. This statement reflects our current position and our ongoing commitment to act ethically, safeguard workers, and help eliminate modern slavery in all its forms.
