Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Crouchend
Man With Van Crouchend is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that a zero-tolerance policy is essential to protecting workers and maintaining ethical standards across every part of our business.
Our approach applies to all employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and any third parties acting on behalf of Man With Van Crouchend. We expect every individual and organisation connected with our services to uphold lawful, fair, and responsible employment practices. Modern slavery has no place in our operations, and we are committed to identifying and addressing risks wherever they may arise.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery in all forms. This includes slavery, servitude, bonded labour, human trafficking, child labour, and any practice that removes a person’s freedom or dignity. Any breach of this policy may result in immediate termination of a working relationship, contract, or supplier agreement. Man With Van Crouchend will not knowingly engage with any party that benefits from exploitation or fails to meet acceptable ethical standards.To reduce risk within our supply chain, we apply proportionate due diligence when selecting and reviewing suppliers. This includes assessing their labour practices, contractual commitments, and compliance with relevant legislation. We prioritise suppliers who can demonstrate clear policies on recruitment, worker welfare, and fair pay. Man With Van Crouchend also expects suppliers to cascade these expectations to their own subcontractors and business partners.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
Supplier audits are a key part of our preventative controls. We carry out periodic reviews of relevant suppliers to check for signs of non-compliance, weak documentation, unsafe practices, or evidence of exploitation. Audits may include document checks, workforce verification, and assessments of employment terms. Where concerns are identified, we will require corrective action, increase monitoring, or end the relationship if necessary. The objective is not only compliance, but also continuous improvement in ethical sourcing.In addition to formal audits, we monitor supplier performance through ongoing risk assessment. Factors such as geographic location, labour intensity, and reliance on temporary workers are considered when determining the level of scrutiny required. This risk-based approach helps Man With Van Crouchend focus resources where vulnerability to modern slavery may be higher.
Reporting Channels and Speaking Up
We encourage all workers, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any concern related to suspected modern slavery or unethical conduct. Reports can be made through internal management channels, and all concerns will be handled with discretion and sensitivity. No one should fear retaliation for raising a genuine concern in good faith. Our commitment is to investigate issues promptly, protect whistleblowers, and take appropriate remedial action where required.Awareness is reinforced through internal communication and responsible business practices. Employees involved in procurement, operations, and subcontractor management are expected to remain alert to warning signs such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, withheld identity documents, or unexplained dependency on a controlling intermediary. Man With Van Crouchend promotes a culture in which concerns are taken seriously and ethical conduct is part of everyday decision-making.
