Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Deep Cleaning Putney has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business or supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our operations and we recognise our responsibility to prevent exploitation and protect vulnerable workers.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Deep Cleaning Putney provides professional cleaning services to residential and commercial customers. Our workforce consists of directly engaged staff and carefully selected subcontractors. Our supply chains include cleaning product manufacturers and distributors, equipment suppliers, workwear providers, and other business support services.
We understand that some sectors and geographies in global supply chains may carry a higher risk of modern slavery. We therefore assess our suppliers and subcontractors with particular care where there is a greater likelihood of low paid, temporary, or migrant labour being used, or where regulatory oversight may be weaker.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Deep Cleaning Putney maintains a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms, including forced labour, debt bondage, servitude, deceptive recruitment, and child labour. We will not knowingly work with any organisation that is involved in, or turns a blind eye to, exploitation or abuse.
Our zero-tolerance stance is communicated to all employees, contractors, and key suppliers. Adherence to this policy is a condition of engagement with our business. Where breaches are identified, we will take decisive action, up to and including termination of contracts and reporting concerns to relevant authorities.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We are committed to developing and maintaining robust due diligence processes to reduce the risk of modern slavery within our supply chains. As part of this approach we expect suppliers to uphold equivalent standards and to cascade these expectations to their own suppliers and subcontractors.
Our measures include pre-qualification checks on new suppliers, assessing their labour practices and ethical standards, and requiring contractual commitments to comply with all relevant modern slavery and human rights laws. We may request information on recruitment practices, use of agency workers, working hours, wages, and access to grievance mechanisms.
We reserve the right to carry out supplier audits, either remotely or on site where appropriate and feasible. These audits may involve reviewing documentation, interviewing relevant personnel, and assessing working conditions. Where non-conformities are identified, we will work with suppliers on corrective action plans and monitor implementation. Persistent or serious failures will result in reconsideration or termination of the business relationship.
Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels
To support the effective implementation of our zero-tolerance policy, we promote awareness of modern slavery across our organisation. Managers and team leaders receive guidance on how to recognise indicators of exploitation, such as signs of coercion, restricted movement, retention of identity documents, or unusual debt arrangements.
All workers are encouraged to speak up if they have any concerns about modern slavery, either within our business or in our supply chains. Concerns can be raised confidentially with line management or directly with senior management. Reports will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively to protect those raising concerns from victimisation or retaliation.
We also welcome concerns raised by external parties, including customers, suppliers, and members of the public, where they believe that our activities or relationships may be linked to potential exploitation. We will respond to such reports in a timely and responsible manner.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Deep Cleaning Putney recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility requiring continuous improvement. We regularly review our policies, due diligence processes, and training materials to strengthen our approach as best practice and legal requirements evolve.
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed and updated annually by our senior management team. As part of this review we consider feedback from employees, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders, as well as any incidents or concerns reported during the year. We use this insight to refine our risk assessments, improve supplier oversight, and enhance staff awareness.
By publishing this statement, Deep Cleaning Putney reaffirms its commitment to respectful, fair, and lawful treatment of all individuals who contribute to our services, and to playing our part in the broader effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.
