Modern Slavery Statement of Finsbury Park Carpet Cleaners
Finsbury Park Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting its business ethically and responsibly. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and we are determined to play our part in eliminating it.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Finsbury Park Carpet Cleaners provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services to residential and commercial customers. Our activities are primarily based in the United Kingdom. Our supply chain consists mainly of suppliers and contractors who provide cleaning products, machinery, consumables, uniforms, maintenance services and other business support services.
We understand that modern slavery risks can exist at any level of the supply chain, including in the manufacturing and sourcing of raw materials used in cleaning products and equipment. We therefore engage with our suppliers and contractors to ensure that they share our commitment to ethical working practices and respect for human rights.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to our own business operations and to all parties we work with, including suppliers, subcontractors and other business partners. We expect all individuals and organisations connected to Finsbury Park Carpet Cleaners to uphold the same high standards.
Our zero-tolerance approach means that any evidence of modern slavery or human trafficking linked to our business or supply chain will be taken extremely seriously. We reserve the right to terminate relationships with any supplier, contractor or partner who is found to be involved in, complicit in, or failing to take reasonable steps to prevent modern slavery.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We aim to work only with suppliers and contractors who uphold ethical labour practices. As part of our supplier management process, we set clear expectations that they must comply with all applicable labour, employment and human rights laws, and must not use forced, bonded or involuntary labour of any kind.
Where appropriate and proportionate to the risk, we carry out supplier assessments and audits to review compliance with our standards. These may include requesting information on labour practices, reviewing relevant policies, and asking suppliers to confirm that they have their own procedures in place to prevent modern slavery in their operations and supply chains.
If concerns are identified during assessments or audits, we will work with the supplier to address them promptly through corrective actions. Where serious or persistent issues remain, we may suspend or terminate the relationship.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing
Finsbury Park Carpet Cleaners encourages all employees, workers, suppliers and other stakeholders to report any concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to our business or supply chain. No one who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any detrimental treatment as a result of speaking up.
Concerns can be raised directly with line managers, senior management or through other internal reporting channels made available by the company. All reports will be treated seriously and, where appropriate, investigated promptly and sensitively. We will take suitable action in response to any substantiated concerns, which may include working with authorities or specialist organisations.
Training and Awareness
To support our commitment, we seek to raise awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management and recruitment. Training and guidance may be provided to help employees recognise potential indicators of exploitation, understand how to report concerns and appreciate the importance of ethical sourcing and labour practices.
Ongoing Improvement and Annual Review
Finsbury Park Carpet Cleaners recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. We are committed to continually reviewing and improving our policies, procedures and practices to strengthen our approach and adapt to emerging risks.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year by our management team. As part of the annual review, we will consider any new legal requirements, guidance, industry best practices, and lessons learned from our own operations and supplier engagements. Where necessary, we will update our controls, training and supplier management processes to enhance their effectiveness.
This statement reflects the position of Finsbury Park Carpet Cleaners at the time of publication and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains.
