Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Belmont Commitment

Commercial Waste Belmont operates with a firm and clearly stated purpose: to prevent any form of modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our approach as a Belmont commercial waste services provider, describing our policies, our expectations of suppliers, and how we monitor and respond. Our policy is informed by legal requirements and by the ethical imperative to protect vulnerable workers.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Core Principles

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery across every part of Commercial Waste - Belmont. We require that all staff, contractors and suppliers uphold the highest standards. Any evidence of exploitation, coercion, withholding of wages, deceptive recruitment or restrictions on freedom of movement will trigger immediate action, including termination of contracts and legal referral where appropriate. Our Belmont commercial waste teams receive training to recognise and report indicators of abuse.

Our commitments include a clear set of actions and expectations, summarised below:

• Prevention: thorough vetting and supplier selection procedures;
• Detection: routine checks, whistleblowing channels and employee training;
• Response: immediate remediation steps and cooperation with authorities.

Commercial-waste Belmont policy documents are publicly accessible within the organisation and form part of our contractual terms with suppliers. We require supplier declarations confirming no use of forced labour, and we embed anti-slavery clauses in procurement agreements. Our procurement teams evaluate risk factors such as labour sourcing practices, subcontracting chains and the geographic origin of goods and services.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We run a structured programme of supplier audits to assess compliance. Audits combine documentary checks, remote interviews and on-site inspections where needed. For high-risk suppliers we mandate corrective action plans and follow-up reviews. These supplier audits help Commercial Waste Belmont identify systemic weaknesses and support continuous improvement in supplier labour practices.

As part of our supplier monitoring we use risk-based criteria including industry, country risk, and the nature of the workforce. We encourage transparency by asking suppliers to share pay records, recruitment practices and evidence of working hours and conditions. Where abuses are found, we pursue a proportionate response — from enhanced oversight to contract termination — always prioritising the safety and wellbeing of affected workers.

Reporting Channels and Confidential Escalation

Commercial Waste Belmont provides secure and confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties. Reports can be raised anonymously through internal compliance systems and are treated with strict confidentiality. All reports are investigated promptly and impartially, with protective measures for reporters and witnesses.

How we act on reports: allegations of modern slavery are escalated to senior management, investigated by trained personnel and, if substantiated, referred to law enforcement or relevant agencies. We document outcomes and corrective measures, ensuring transparency of process while protecting privacy. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises concerns in good faith.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement: Commercial Waste Belmont commits to an annual review of our modern slavery statement, policies and processes. Each year we assess the effectiveness of our actions, update risk assessments, revise supplier audit approaches and set measurable improvement targets. This annual review involves cross-functional stakeholders and informs our training, procurement practices and community engagement as a leading Belmont commercial waste operator.