Oven Cleaning Lambeth Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Oven Cleaning Lambeth has taken and is committed to taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to conduct business ethically and transparently, and to protect the rights and wellbeing of all individuals who contribute to our services.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Oven Cleaning Lambeth operates a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We are committed to acting professionally, fairly, and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We expect the same high standards from all persons and organisations we work with, including employees, contractors, suppliers, and other business partners.
Any form of exploitation, including withholding of wages, restriction of movement, abuse of vulnerability, or coercion of workers, is wholly incompatible with our values and will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Oven Cleaning Lambeth provides domestic and commercial oven cleaning services. Our supply chains primarily involve the sourcing of cleaning products, equipment, workwear, and related services that support our day-to-day operations. While our business operates on a local and regional scale, we acknowledge that products and materials may originate from various countries where the risks of modern slavery can be higher.
We are committed to understanding these risks and engaging only with suppliers and partners who share our commitment to ethical labour practices and human rights.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We seek to work with suppliers who uphold legal and ethical labour standards, including compliance with national employment laws, prohibition of forced labour, fair working conditions, and respect for human dignity. We communicate our expectations to suppliers and reserve the right to terminate relationships where there is evidence of non-compliance.
Oven Cleaning Lambeth is developing and implementing a structured approach to supplier assessments, which may include self-assessment questionnaires, requests for supporting documentation, and on-site visits where appropriate. We will prioritise higher-risk product categories and regions for more detailed review. If concerns arise, we will investigate promptly and, where necessary, require corrective action plans or discontinue the relationship.
Policies, Training, and Awareness
Our internal policies on ethical conduct, recruitment, and safeguarding support our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery. We ensure that recruitment processes are fair and transparent, that workers are engaged on voluntary terms, and that wages and working hours comply with applicable legislation.
We provide guidance and ongoing awareness for relevant staff and managers so they can identify indicators of modern slavery and understand the steps to take if they suspect exploitation in any part of our operations or supply chains.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Oven Cleaning Lambeth encourages all employees, contractors, and business partners to speak up if they have concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised confidentially through internal reporting channels to management or designated senior personnel. We will take all reports seriously and investigate them promptly, with appropriate protection against victimisation or retaliation for anyone raising genuine concerns in good faith.
If we discover any instance of modern slavery linked to our business, we will act immediately to safeguard affected individuals, cooperate with relevant authorities where appropriate, and work to address the root causes.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Oven Cleaning Lambeth is committed to continually improving our processes, due diligence, and risk assessments to enhance our ability to prevent, identify, and address potential abuses.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least annually by our leadership team. The review will consider changes in our operations, updates in legislation or guidance, feedback from stakeholders, audit findings, and any reported concerns or incidents. Where necessary, we will update our procedures, training, and supplier requirements to strengthen our response to modern slavery risks.
This statement has been approved by the management of Oven Cleaning Lambeth, who accept overall responsibility for its implementation and for ensuring that our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery is embedded throughout our organisation and supply chains.
