Temple Skip Hire Modern Slavery Statement
Temple Skip Hire is committed to combating all forms of forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation. This modern slavery statement reflects our corporate position and forms part of our wider anti-slavery policy. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards slavery and human trafficking and expect the same high standards from all suppliers, contractors and partners across our supply chain.
This slavery and human trafficking statement sets out the measures Temple Skip Hire has taken and will continue to take to identify, prevent and mitigate risks. Our approach covers recruitment, procurement, operations and contractor management. We require transparency from every supplier and conduct checks designed to detect modern slavery, including evaluating working conditions, verifying right-to-work documentation and ensuring fair pay practices.
Policies, Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
We have embedded policies and controls across our business to reduce the risk of modern slavery. Our anti-slavery statement is supported by a Supplier Code of Conduct and mandatory contractual clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery legislation. We use a risk-based approach to supplier due diligence and monitor high-risk relationships more closely.
Supplier audit activities include on-site inspections, documentary verification and third-party audits. Key audit steps include:
- Verification of employment records and wage slips
- Interviews and worker welfare checks
- Review of sub-contractor arrangements and recruitment practices
Where issues are identified, we apply corrective action plans and, where suppliers fail to meet standards or refuse remediation, we will terminate contracts in line with our zero-tolerance principle. Our procurement teams receive training to spot indicators of modern slavery and to escalate concerns.
Reporting Channels, Training and Continuous Improvement
Temple Skip Hire provides clear and safe reporting channels for workers, suppliers and stakeholders to raise concerns about suspected slavery or trafficking. We maintain anonymous and confidential reporting options and ensure that whistleblowers are protected from retaliation. Reports are triaged by a designated compliance team and acted upon promptly.
We emphasise training and awareness at all levels: operational staff, managers and procurement personnel receive regular instruction on recognising exploitation, effective reporting and remedial measures. We also encourage suppliers to provide similar training to their workforce and share best practice resources to raise standards across the industry.
Our annual review process evaluates the effectiveness of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement and related policies. Each year we publish outcomes of our risk assessments, an overview of supplier audit results and the steps taken to remedy any non-compliance. This review informs a continuous improvement plan that prioritises high-impact actions such as strengthening contractual protections, increasing the frequency of audits for higher-risk suppliers and improving worker voice mechanisms.
Temple Skip Hire's commitment to eradicating modern slavery is enduring and practical. We maintain a clear governance structure with executive oversight, documented procedures and measurable objectives to ensure the anti-slavery policy is effective. Our board reviews progress annually, and senior managers are accountable for implementing controls across operations and the supplier network.
We adopt a collaborative approach with industry partners, non-governmental organisations and auditors to share intelligence and refine our detection capabilities. Where necessary, we work with external experts to investigate complex cases and to support remediation for affected workers. Our aim is not only to identify and stop abuse but to promote sustainable, ethical employment practices throughout our value chain.
In summary, Temple Skip Hire's slavery prevention measures combine robust policies, targeted supplier audits, clear reporting channels and an annual review cycle. This modern slavery statement and our ongoing actions demonstrate our commitment to ethical operations, protecting workers and ensuring that exploitation has no place in our business or in the businesses with which we choose to engage.