Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Clearance Mitcham

Garden Clearance Mitcham is committed to conducting its operations with the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out our commitment to preventing slavery, forced labour and human trafficking within our business and supply chains. As a local provider of garden clearance and green-waste services, we recognise the responsibilities we hold and declare a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery.

We maintain clear governance arrangements to ensure the statement is embedded across all parts of the business. The board and senior management of Garden Clearance Mitcham approve policies and procedures that reflect our ethical stance. Our recruitment and employment practices include right-to-work checks, fair contracts and worker welfare measures designed to reduce the risk of exploitation. In all of our staff communications and training we emphasise that the company will not tolerate any modern slavery practices, and we actively encourage staff to raise concerns through safe channels.

Our supply chain is reviewed regularly to identify and address risks. We engage with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers of equipment, tools, and disposal services for Mitcham garden clearance projects, and require documented compliance with our standards. Supplier selection is based on capability and adherence to labour standards. Where risks are identified we apply proportionate mitigation including enhanced monitoring and contractual clauses to ensure ethical sourcing.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We operate a risk-based audit programme for suppliers and partners. Audits include desk reviews and on-site checks where feasible. Key elements of our supplier audit process include:

• Verification of employment practices — confirmation of lawful recruitment and transparent remuneration;
• Documentation and record checks — contracts, payslips and right-to-work evidence;
• Health and safety and welfare assessments — ensuring safe working environments;
• Remediation plans — corrective actions where non-compliance is found.

We expect suppliers to cooperate fully and to provide timely access to records. For higher-risk suppliers we will conduct more frequent audits and require action plans. Failure to meet our expectations can lead to contract termination. Our approach to due diligence is practical and proportionate for businesses engaged in garden and landscape services across the Mitcham area.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

All workers, subcontractors and third parties are encouraged to report concerns without fear of retaliation. We maintain multiple reporting channels, including confidential escalation routes to management and a formal incident reporting process. Reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly. Garden clearance in Mitcham operations are monitored so that any irregularities are identified early. We guarantee that concerns will be handled sensitively, and that confidentiality will be respected wherever possible.

We also provide training to staff and supervisors to help them recognise signs of forced labour or exploitation. Training covers identifying suspicious recruitment practices, understanding wage anomalies, and recognising restrictions on freedom of movement. We document all reported incidents and maintain records of outcomes and corrective actions. These measures ensure the safety of workers involved in clearance, removal and disposal tasks throughout the local area.

To ensure continued improvement, we commit to an annual review of this modern slavery statement and associated policies. Each year we will assess our risk profile, audit outcomes, incident records and the effectiveness of our remedial actions. The review will include input from senior management and relevant operational teams and will result in updates to our procedures, training and supplier terms where necessary. Our aim is to create a transparent, accountable approach to preventing modern slavery across all Garden Clearance Mitcham activities.