Carpet Clean Modern Slavery Statement

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Carpet Clean affirms a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation across our operations and supply chains. As a specialist in carpet cleaning, CarpetClean recognises the importance of maintaining ethical labour standards at every level of service delivery. We commit to preventing any practice that undermines human dignity and to taking decisive action where risks are identified. We will not tolerate slavery or servitude, nor any form of coerced work.

Scope and Application

This statement applies to all Carpet Clean activities, including procurement of equipment, cleaning supplies and contracted services. Our policy reaches beyond direct employees to subcontractors, temporary labour and partner organisations. We use the terms Carpet Cleaning, Carpet Clean services and Carpet Clean company interchangeably to describe our commitment to ethical standards in the cleaning sector. Carpet Clean requires alignment with our expectations as part of contractual terms and supplier onboarding.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Carpet Clean undertakes robust supplier due diligence to mitigate risks of modern slavery. This includes risk-based audits, review of labour practices, and verification of worker rights. We prioritise suppliers who demonstrate compliance with labour laws, provide fair wages, and maintain safe working conditions. Audit activities include document reviews, site visits and interviews where appropriate, and are designed to identify red flags such as restricted movement, withheld wages, excessive working hours or lack of contractual transparency.

Audits are complemented by training for procurement and operational teams to spot indicators of exploitation. Where concerns are identified, CarpetClean will require remediation plans, ongoing monitoring and, where necessary, termination of relationships with suppliers who fail to remedy breaches. Our approach combines prevention, detection and remediation to ensure our carpet cleaning supply ecosystem operates ethically.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Carpet Clean encourages all workers, contractors and stakeholders to raise concerns through dedicated reporting channels. We maintain confidential and secure mechanisms for reporting suspected modern slavery or unethical practices. Reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly by trained personnel. Carpet Clean protects whistleblowers from retaliation and supports safe disclosure, recognising that transparency is essential to eradicating modern slavery from our operations.

Key elements of our reporting approach include:

• Anonymous reporting options for those who cannot disclose identity;
• Independent investigation procedures to ensure impartial review of allegations;
• Protection and support measures for affected workers while investigations proceed.

Policies, Contracts and Training

Carpet Clean embeds anti-slavery clauses in supplier contracts, requires compliance with ethical standards, and integrates modern slavery awareness into staff induction and ongoing training. Procurement teams evaluate suppliers on ethical criteria as part of contract award and renewal processes. We use a combination of contractual obligations, performance monitoring and capacity building to encourage continuous improvement across the supply base.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

Carpet Clean conducts an annual review of our modern slavery efforts to assess effectiveness and drive improvements. The review considers audit findings, reported incidents, remediation outcomes and evolving risk profiles. Results of the annual review inform policy updates, training enhancements and targeted supplier engagement. Our aim is to build a resilient, transparent supply chain for carpet cleaning services that upholds human rights and eliminates modern slavery risks.

Conclusion

Carpet Clean remains committed to continuous vigilance and decisive action to prevent modern slavery. Through a combination of a clear zero-tolerance stance, rigorous supplier audits, secure reporting channels, targeted training and an annual review process, Carpet Clean strives to ensure that Carpet Clean and related operations reflect the highest ethical standards. We will continue to evolve our practices to address risks, support victims and uphold the dignity of everyone connected with our business.