Skip Hire Mitcham Modern Slavery Statement

Skip Hire Mitcham is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chain. This statement explains the steps taken by SkipHire Mitcham and related teams in Mitcham and the surrounding area to identify, prevent and address risks of exploitation. We set out our approach, policies and planned actions to ensure ethical and lawful employment practices.

Our organisation maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, bonded labour and any coercive employment practice. All staff, contractors and partners are expected to comply with this standard. The commitment of Mitcham skip hire teams is reflected in our internal codes and recruitment processes which are designed to protect workers and uphold human rights.

Zero tolerance means that any credible allegation of modern slavery will trigger immediate investigation and action, including suspension of suppliers or workers where appropriate. We require suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery laws and to provide evidence of lawful and voluntary employment practices. Breaches of our policy will result in corrective measures, which may include termination of contracts.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

To manage risks in the supply chain of skip hire services and waste management, we conduct targeted supplier audits and due diligence checks. Our supplier assessment includes verification of identity, right to work checks, contract reviews and assessments of working conditions. The aim is to ensure that suppliers to Skip Hire Mitcham meet our standards for lawful, safe and ethical treatment of workers.

Supplier audits are conducted periodically and on a risk basis. Key elements of our audit process include:

• Verification of employment records and payroll
• Review of sub-contracting arrangements and recruitment practices
• On-site inspections and interviews where permissible
• Remediation plans where issues are identified

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns about exploitation, including anonymous reporting mechanisms. Employees, suppliers, contractors and members of the public are encouraged to report suspected incidents immediately through our secure internal process. Reports are treated confidentially and investigated thoroughly by designated compliance personnel.

Training and awareness are critical to preventing modern slavery in the skip hire sector. We deliver ongoing training to staff and contractor managers on indicators of exploitation, safe recruitment and how to escalate concerns. Our training emphasises the responsibilities of those in procurement, operations and site management at Mitcham skip hire facilities.

Monitoring, corrective action and supplier engagement form core parts of our programme. Where audits reveal non-compliance, we work with suppliers to implement corrective action plans, monitor progress and, if necessary, cease relationships with suppliers who fail to remediate. We seek to build capacity among partners to eliminate risks of modern slavery across the waste management and skip hire supply chain.

We undertake an annual review of our policies and performance to ensure continuous improvement. The review assesses the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, audit outcomes, training uptake and the robustness of reporting channels. Findings inform future policy updates, procurement criteria and targeted risk mitigation measures for Skip Hire Mitcham and the wider Skip hire Mitcham network.