Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaners Oho
Cleaners Oho is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many industries, including cleaning services, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation. Our commitment applies to every level of the business, from recruitment and procurement to service delivery and supplier management.
We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold these standards. Cleaners Oho ensures that ethical conduct is embedded into our decision-making, and we actively monitor risks that may arise from labour practices, subcontracting, or sourcing of products and equipment. Our approach reflects a clear responsibility to protect vulnerable individuals and to promote fair treatment throughout our operations. No arrangement is acceptable if it creates the possibility of coercion, abuse, or concealed labour practices.
To support this commitment, Cleaners Oho applies due diligence measures when engaging suppliers and service providers. We assess suppliers against ethical criteria, review their labour standards, and carry out supplier audits where appropriate. These audits may include checks on recruitment practices, wages, working hours, identity documentation, and subcontracting controls. We also look for signs of unlawful deductions, restricted freedom, or unsafe working conditions. Any supplier failing to meet our expectations may be required to implement corrective action or face termination of the relationship.
We take a risk-based approach to supplier oversight, focusing on areas where modern slavery risks may be higher. This includes providers operating in sectors with complex labour chains or those supplying goods from regions with elevated human rights concerns. Cleaners Oho requires suppliers to confirm that they comply with applicable laws and that they use lawful, voluntary employment practices. We regard transparency as essential, and we encourage our partners to maintain clear records that allow ethical scrutiny.
Reporting channels are an important part of our safeguarding framework. Employees and suppliers are encouraged to raise concerns promptly if they suspect any form of exploitation, coercion, or suspicious labour practice. Reports can be made through internal management routes and designated safeguarding processes, and all concerns are handled seriously and confidentially. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. This supports a culture in which people can speak up without fear and where potential issues can be addressed early.
Where concerns are reported, Cleaners Oho investigates them carefully and takes appropriate action based on the findings. This may include suspension of a supplier relationship, further audit activity, staff retraining, or escalation to the relevant authorities when required. We also use training to help managers recognise indicators of modern slavery, such as unexplained control over workers, inconsistent pay practices, or evidence of deception during recruitment. Such awareness helps ensure that our anti-slavery controls remain practical and effective.
Our governance process includes regular oversight by senior leadership, who are responsible for ensuring that anti-slavery measures remain effective and proportionate. We review procurement procedures, supplier onboarding, and workforce practices to identify any areas that need improvement. Cleaners Oho believes that prevention depends on continuous vigilance, not a one-time declaration. As a result, we maintain clear internal responsibilities and keep our controls aligned with current risks and legal expectations.
In addition, our policies reinforce that all workers must be treated with dignity and paid fairly for work undertaken. We promote transparent recruitment, lawful working hours, and freedom of movement. We also expect suppliers to avoid document retention practices that could restrict a worker’s independence. These safeguards help reduce exposure to exploitative conduct and strengthen the integrity of our supply base. Ethical labour practices are central to sustainable service delivery.
This Cleaners Oho modern slavery statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and effective. The annual review considers legal changes, emerging risks, audit findings, and any incidents or concerns identified during the year. Where improvements are needed, we update our policies, controls, and training accordingly. Through this ongoing review cycle, Cleaners Oho reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and maintaining responsible business practices across the organisation.
