Modern Slavery Statement for Frognal Carpet Cleaners

Frognal Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. As a responsible provider of cleaning services, we recognize that modern slavery can exist in many forms, including forced labor, human trafficking, debt bondage, and other exploitative practices. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach and the measures we take to help ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our operations or supply chains.

Our modern slavery policy applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Frognal Carpet Cleaners. We expect everyone working with us to uphold lawful and ethical employment practices. We prohibit any conduct that may involve coercion, withheld wages, unreasonable working hours, document retention, or any other condition that undermines a person’s freedom and dignity. This commitment is embedded in our procurement, onboarding, and operational procedures.

We communicate our expectations clearly to suppliers and service partners through contractual terms and onboarding checks. Where appropriate, we require confirmation that suppliers comply with all relevant labor laws and maintain suitable safeguards against exploitation. Our approach to due diligence is proportionate to the nature of the relationship, but our standard remains consistent: no tolerance for slavery or trafficking in any form.

Supplier oversight is a key part of our risk management. We conduct supplier audits and periodic reviews to identify potential warning signs, particularly in higher-risk categories such as labor-intensive services, staffing, transportation, and procurement of consumables. These audits may include document checks, verification of employment practices, and assessment of subcontracting arrangements. If concerns are identified, we investigate promptly and may require corrective action, enhanced monitoring, or termination of the relationship if necessary.

Frognal Carpet Cleaners also works to reduce risk through staff awareness and internal controls. Managers are encouraged to remain alert to indicators such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, intimidation, or inconsistent payroll records. Training and internal guidance help employees understand how to recognize risks and respond appropriately. We believe that a strong modern slavery compliance culture is essential to preventing abuse before it occurs.

We maintain several reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and without fear of retaliation. Employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report suspected breaches, unethical behavior, or safeguarding concerns through internal management routes and formal escalation procedures. Reports are handled discreetly, investigated promptly, and assessed by responsible leadership. We are committed to protecting individuals who raise concerns in good faith and to taking appropriate remedial action where risks are confirmed.

Our response framework is designed to address concerns quickly and effectively. Where a potential issue is identified, we will assess the facts, consider the risk to affected individuals, and take steps that may include pausing work, requiring corrective measures, or engaging specialist support. We will not continue relationships that present an unacceptable modern slavery risk. This reflects our ethical sourcing principles and our broader commitment to responsible business conduct.

We also review the effectiveness of our controls through ongoing monitoring of suppliers, procurement decisions, and internal procedures. This helps ensure that our safeguards remain practical and proportionate as our business develops. A risk-based approach allows us to focus attention where it is most needed while maintaining a consistent standard across the organization. We recognize that vigilance must be continuous, not occasional.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with current legal requirements and operational risks. The annual review considers any incidents reported, outcomes of supplier audits, changes in the supply chain, and opportunities to strengthen our controls. By revisiting our commitments each year, Frognal Carpet Cleaners reinforces its determination to prevent exploitation and to uphold human rights in every part of our business.