Fresh Cleaners – Modern Slavery Statement
Fresh Cleaners is committed to a zero-tolerance approach to slavery and human trafficking in all forms. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our policies and the steps we take to ensure that forced labour, debt bondage, exploitative working conditions and any other forms of modern slavery are not present in our operations or supply chains. We believe that a clear and active stance against exploitation is essential to protect workers and uphold our business principles.
Our anti-slavery and human trafficking policy is embedded into corporate governance and the procurement process. We require all suppliers to comply with our slavery and human trafficking statement expectations and our Supplier Code of Conduct. Fresh Cleaners insists that suppliers provide transparent evidence of lawful pay, voluntary employment and safe working conditions. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any breach of these standards.
We operate robust supplier due diligence and auditing programs to assess risk and verify compliance. Key audit measures include:
- On-site audits and worker interviews to verify conditions and employment terms;
- Document checks for payroll, contracts and immigration status;
- Ongoing risk assessments focused on high-risk sectors and geographies;
- Remediation plans for any identified non-compliance, with follow-up verification.
Reporting Channels and Response
We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns about slavery, trafficking or exploitation. Employees, contractors and third parties can raise issues through anonymous hotlines, internal HR reporting lines and through designated compliance officers. All reports are treated with confidentiality and investigated promptly. Our investigative process includes immediate protective actions for vulnerable workers and, where appropriate, escalation to authorities and labour organisations.
Supplier Audits and Remediation
Regular supplier audits form the backbone of our supplier oversight. Audits are scheduled based on risk level and may be unannounced for high-risk suppliers. Where issues are found we implement corrective action plans, require root-cause analyses and monitor progress until full compliance is demonstrated. Persistent or severe violations trigger contract review and may lead to termination. We work collaboratively with suppliers to improve labour standards, while retaining the right to enforce our anti-slavery standards.
Monitoring and continuous improvement are driven by an annual review process. Each year we publish an updated summary of our approach to modern slavery, the outcomes of audits and the steps taken to mitigate risks. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of our policies, training programs and supplier engagement, and identifies opportunities for strengthening controls. Fresh Cleaners commits to transparency in reporting progress and to learning from any failings.
Training and awareness form a core part of our prevention strategy. We provide mandatory training for employees involved in procurement, HR and operations, and we extend targeted training to suppliers and contractors. Training emphasises recognition of indicators of exploitation, safe recruitment practices and the importance of free and informed consent for work. We require suppliers to provide equivalent training to their workforce where reasonably practicable.
Governance and accountability: Senior management take responsibility for enforcing this modern slavery policy and for ensuring that adequate resources are available for audits, investigations and remediation. Compliance outcomes are reported to the Board and influence procurement and supplier management decisions. Our approach aligns with international expectations for corporate responsibility and with evolving legal requirements.
By maintaining a proactive anti-slavery framework that combines a clear zero-tolerance stance, rigorous supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and a formal annual review, Fresh Cleaners aims to prevent modern slavery throughout our operations and supply chain. We will continue to refine our practices, collaborate with stakeholders and act decisively where non-compliance is identified to protect workers and uphold human rights.
