Modern Slavery Policy
1. Introduction
At Payroll for Logistic, we are committed to conducting our business ethically and with integrity in all our dealings. We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to ensuring that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within any part of our business or supply chain.
2. Our Commitment
We fully support the objectives of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and strive to ensure that slavery, human trafficking, and forced or compulsory labour are not part of our workforce or any of our business practices. This policy outlines our commitment to preventing modern slavery and sets out the steps we take to ensure that our operations are free from exploitation and abuse.
3. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners involved in the delivery of services to our clients. We expect the same commitment to transparency and ethical conduct from all parties with whom we do business.
4. Key Principles
- No Forced Labour: We will not tolerate any form of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour within our business or supply chain.
- No Child Labour: We prohibit the employment of children in violation of any child labour laws, and adhere to the minimum legal age of employment.
- Fair Working Conditions: We ensure that employees are paid a fair wage, have reasonable working hours, and enjoy safe and healthy working conditions.
- Freedom of Movement: We respect the rights of all individuals to freely choose their place of employment, with no restrictions on their ability to leave the workplace.
5. Our Due Diligence and Risk Assessment
To prevent modern slavery from occurring within our business or supply chain, we conduct due diligence through regular risk assessments, supplier audits, and monitoring systems. This includes:
- Assessing potential risks in our supply chain and business operations.
- Conducting checks and audits of our suppliers to ensure their commitment to anti-slavery practices.
- Establishing a system where employees and suppliers can confidentially report concerns or violations related to modern slavery.
6. Supplier Expectations
We require all our suppliers and business partners to comply with this policy. As part of our ongoing risk management process, we will ensure that:
- All suppliers adhere to appropriate employment standards and legislative requirements.
- Suppliers are aware of and commit to eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking in their operations.
- We continuously monitor and review our supplier relationships to ensure compliance.
7. Training and Awareness
We provide training for all employees on identifying, reporting, and preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. This training ensures that all staff members understand the importance of this issue and are equipped to help identify and report any concerns.
8. Reporting Concerns
We encourage any employee, contractor, or supplier to report any concerns or suspicions about modern slavery and human trafficking within our business or supply chain. Reports can be made directly to management or via a confidential hotline, and all concerns will be taken seriously and thoroughly investigated.
9. Accountability
The company’s leadership team is responsible for ensuring that this policy is implemented and adhered to. They are committed to providing the resources necessary to combat modern slavery, and they regularly review the effectiveness of our practices to ensure continuous improvement.
10. Review of Policy
This Modern Slavery Policy will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective and complies with any changes in legislation. Any changes or updates to this policy will be communicated to all relevant parties.
11. Conclusion
We are committed to ensuring that modern slavery has no place in our operations or supply chain. By adhering to this policy and taking action where necessary, we aim to promote ethical business practices and contribute to the global fight against modern slavery.