Falconwood Carpet Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Falconwood Carpet Cleaners to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to conduct business ethically and transparently, and we are committed to identifying, preventing, and addressing any form of exploitation associated with our activities.

Modern slavery is a grave violation of fundamental human rights. It includes slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, and other forms of exploitation. Falconwood Carpet Cleaners will not tolerate any practices that are incompatible with the dignity and freedom of individuals.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Falconwood Carpet Cleaners operates a clear and strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to all areas of our business, including our own workforce, agency workers, contractors, and all tiers of our supply chain.

We expect everyone who works with or for Falconwood Carpet Cleaners to share this commitment. Any breach of this policy by an employee may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Any supplier, contractor, or partner found to be involved in modern slavery or human trafficking will face immediate investigation and may have their relationship with us suspended or terminated.

Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products, equipment, vehicles, uniforms, facilities services, and other business support. We aim to work only with suppliers who can demonstrate that they operate in an ethical and lawful manner and who are willing to support our efforts to eradicate modern slavery.

Falconwood Carpet Cleaners requires suppliers to comply with all applicable laws relating to labour, employment, and human rights. We communicate our expectations through our supplier standards and contractual terms, which include commitments relating to safe working conditions, fair pay, voluntary employment, and the prohibition of forced, bonded, or trafficked labour.

We may carry out risk-based supplier audits and assessments to monitor compliance. These may include requesting documentation, conducting site visits where appropriate, and reviewing labour practices, recruitment methods, and working conditions. Where concerns are identified, we expect suppliers to implement corrective actions within a set timeframe. Failure to take adequate remedial steps may lead to the termination of the business relationship.

Employee Awareness and Reporting Channels

Falconwood Carpet Cleaners promotes awareness of modern slavery risks among its employees and managers. We encourage a culture where concerns about unethical or illegal behaviour can be raised without fear of retaliation.

All employees, workers, and suppliers are strongly encouraged to report any suspicions or evidence of modern slavery or human trafficking that they encounter in the course of their work. Concerns can be raised in person with a line manager, a senior manager, or a designated compliance or ethics contact within the business.

Reports will be handled sensitively and, where possible, confidentially. We will investigate all reports promptly and thoroughly. No individual will suffer detrimental treatment for raising a concern in good faith, even if it is not ultimately substantiated.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Falconwood Carpet Cleaners is committed to continuous improvement in identifying and managing modern slavery risks. We will regularly review our policies, procedures, and supplier controls to ensure they remain effective and appropriate to the nature and scale of our operations.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year by senior management. As part of the annual review, we will consider changes in legislation, industry best practice, and any issues that have arisen in our business or supply chains. Where necessary, we will update this statement and our internal procedures to strengthen our approach.

By publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Falconwood Carpet Cleaners reaffirms its commitment to conducting business responsibly, respecting human rights, and playing its part in the global effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.