Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the commitment of Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in all aspects of our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold and promote human rights, act ethically, and ensure that our business practices are conducted with integrity and respect for every individual.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners operates under a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept any form of forced, bonded, or compulsory labour, servitude, or exploitation in our business or in the activities of those who supply goods and services to us. Any confirmed instance of modern slavery connected to our operations or suppliers will result in immediate and decisive action, which may include terminating contracts and reporting concerns to the relevant authorities.

We are committed to embedding this zero-tolerance stance into our culture, training, and decision-making processes so that our employees and suppliers understand the seriousness of this issue and the standards we require.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our supply chains primarily include cleaning product manufacturers, equipment suppliers, uniform providers, and facilities-related services. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can exist at various stages of these supply chains, including manufacturing, transport, and warehousing.

We work to identify and manage these risks by engaging with suppliers who can demonstrate responsible working practices, fair treatment of workers, and compliance with applicable labour and human rights laws.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers, contractors, and business partners to adhere to our ethical standards and to operate in full compliance with modern slavery and human trafficking legislation. As part of our due diligence, we may request information on suppliers policies, employment practices, and any steps taken to prevent modern slavery in their own operations and supply chains.

Where appropriate, Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners undertakes supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance. These may include reviewing documentation, conducting site visits, and engaging in direct dialogue with suppliers to understand how they monitor labour conditions and safeguard workers rights. Non-compliance with our expectations can lead to remedial action, closer monitoring, or termination of the business relationship.

Training and Awareness

We aim to ensure that relevant employees understand what modern slavery is, can recognise potential warning signs, and know how to respond to concerns. Training and guidance are provided so that managers and staff who work directly with suppliers, contractors, or recruitment processes can identify risks and escalate issues quickly.

By raising awareness within our workforce, we help create a culture in which unethical labour practices are challenged and prevented.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners encourages all employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Individuals are urged to raise concerns through established internal reporting channels or directly with senior management, without fear of victimisation or retaliation.

All reports or suspicions of modern slavery will be treated seriously and investigated promptly. If appropriate, concerns may be referred to external authorities. We are committed to protecting those who raise concerns in good faith and to taking corrective action where any issues are identified.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners. They review the effectiveness of our policies, processes, and supplier engagement to ensure ongoing improvement.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to reflect changes in our business, legal requirements, and best practice. As part of this review, we evaluate the outcomes of any audits, risk assessments, and investigations, and we identify actions to strengthen our controls and further reduce the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.

By maintaining this commitment and continuously improving our practices, Kidbrooke Carpet Cleaners seeks to play a responsible role in the prevention of modern slavery and the protection of human rights.