Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste North Watford

Commercial Waste North Watford is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics and human rights across all operations. We recognise that forced labour, human trafficking and other forms of modern slavery can exist worldwide, and we will not tolerate any such practices in our business or supply chain. This statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery within Commercial Waste North Watford and its related activities.

As a provider of North Watford commercial waste services, we maintain clear expectations for conduct. Our policy applies to all employees, temporary workers, contractors and third-party suppliers. We expect every partner to comply with applicable laws and to adhere to our standards for fair treatment, safe working conditions and lawful remuneration. Preventing exploitation is a central part of our corporate responsibility and risk management.

Scope and commitment

Scope: This statement covers all operations under the Commercial Waste — North Watford umbrella, including procurement, transport, recycling and disposal activities. Commitment: We commit to continuous improvement in recognising and mitigating modern slavery risks and to transparent reporting of our efforts.

Our zero-tolerance policy is explicit: any instance of forced labour, servitude, or human trafficking identified within our organisation or our supply chains will prompt immediate remedial action. This may include termination of contracts, internal disciplinary measures and cooperation with law enforcement. Zero-tolerance means we will not ignore or minimise allegations; we will investigate thoroughly and act decisively.

We operate a structured due diligence process for onboarding and reviewing suppliers who support commercial waste north watford operations. Supplier selection criteria include employment practice checks, verification of worker documentation where lawful and appropriate, and assessment of working hours and pay. We require suppliers to sign contractual terms that include anti-slavery clauses and to demonstrate compliance through evidence and declarations.

Supplier audits form a core element of our controls. Audits are conducted on a risk-based schedule and may be announced or unannounced depending on assessed risk. Audit activities include:

• Review of payroll and time records
• Worker interviews and site inspections
• Verification of subcontractor relationships and recruitment practices

Audit findings are recorded, and corrective action plans are required where deficiencies are found. We use escalation protocols to ensure swift remediation.

To support a strong culture of compliance, we provide training for staff and management involved in procurement, operations and supplier management. Training covers identification of modern slavery indicators, reporting procedures, and responsibilities under our policies. Regular refresher sessions ensure awareness is maintained.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

Commercial Waste North Watford encourages anyone with concerns to speak up. We maintain confidential and secure reporting channels that protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Reports can be raised internally through line management or designated compliance contacts and are handled with discretion and urgency. Where appropriate, matters may be escalated to independent investigators.

We also maintain a clear response protocol: concerns are logged, assessed for credibility, and subjected to an investigation that preserves confidentiality and support for affected workers. Where exploitation is confirmed, we prioritise the safety and welfare of victims and implement corrective actions, including supply chain contract termination where necessary.

Monitoring, transparency and continuous improvement are central to our approach. We track key performance indicators related to due diligence completion, audit outcomes and remedial actions taken across the north watford commercial waste network. These metrics inform management review and strategic adjustments to reduce risk.

We conduct an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement to evaluate effectiveness and update measures. The review examines policy performance, supplier audit results, training uptake and any incidents or near-misses. Where gaps are identified, we revise procedures and strengthen controls to better prevent modern slavery in our operations and procurement.

By maintaining a proactive stance, embedding ethical standards into procurement and supply chain management, and enabling confidential reporting, Commercial Waste North Watford aims to eradicate modern slavery risks from our activities. We remain committed to ongoing vigilance, collaboration with partners and stakeholders, and continual enhancement of our practices to protect workers and communities associated with our commercial waste services.