Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaners Putney

Cleaners Putney is committed to operating with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights in every part of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can appear in many forms, including hidden exploitation, debt bondage, and coercion, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that violates basic human dignity.

Our approach applies to all employees, workers, subcontractors, and suppliers associated with Cleaner Putney services. We expect every person and organisation working with us to uphold lawful, ethical, and transparent standards. As part of this commitment, we carry out due diligence when selecting suppliers and review risks connected to labour practices, recruitment methods, and working conditions. Where concerns arise, we act promptly to investigate, address, and, if necessary, end the relationship.

We also train managers and relevant staff to recognise warning signs of exploitation, such as withheld documents, unreasonable working hours, restricted movement, or payments that seem inconsistent with agreed terms. Cleaners Putney understands that prevention depends on vigilance, so we encourage an informed culture where concerns are taken seriously and not ignored.

Supplier Responsibility and Audits

Supplier oversight is a key element of this statement. Cleaning Putney services rely on a network of suppliers for equipment, materials, transport, and specialist support, and each of these relationships is assessed against our ethical standards. We reserve the right to request information about labour practices, subcontracting arrangements, and worker welfare before engagement and during the course of the contract.

To strengthen compliance, we conduct supplier audits on a risk-based basis and may include both announced and unannounced checks. These audits may review employment records, right-to-work documentation, wage practices, working hours, and evidence of safe and voluntary employment. When a supplier falls short of our expectations, we require corrective action within a reasonable timeframe and monitor delivery closely.

If a serious breach is identified, Cleaners Putney may suspend procurement, terminate contracts, or escalate the matter to the appropriate authorities where required. We believe that ethical sourcing is not optional; it is a central part of how we protect workers and maintain trust across our operations.

Reporting Concerns and Taking Action

We provide multiple reporting channels so that workers, suppliers, and internal team members can raise concerns about suspected exploitation without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made through management routes, compliance procedures, or safeguarding processes, and all concerns are treated seriously and confidentially. Any form of victimisation or intimidation against a person who raises a concern is strictly prohibited.

When a report is received, it is assessed promptly, documented, and investigated in line with our internal procedures. If modern slavery indicators are found, we work to protect those affected and cooperate with relevant organisations where appropriate. Our response may include urgent safeguarding measures, supplier suspension, staff retraining, or broader process changes to reduce future risk.

Cleaner Putney also reviews recruitment and onboarding controls to prevent labour exploitation before work begins. This includes checking that terms are clear, voluntary, and understood by workers, especially where language barriers or third-party recruiters are involved. We are committed to continuous improvement and to ensuring that our practices support decent and lawful employment at every stage.

Annual Review and Ongoing Commitment

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current law and best practice. The annual review considers audit outcomes, reported concerns, training completion, supplier performance, and any changes in risk across the cleaning sector. Where improvements are identified, action plans are created and tracked.

By reviewing our controls each year, Cleaners Putney reinforces its commitment to prevention rather than reaction. We understand that the fight against modern slavery requires sustained attention, clear accountability, and practical safeguards. Our aim is to support a supply chain and workplace culture where exploitation has no place, and where every person involved in delivering our services is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.