Balham House Clearance Modern Slavery Statement

Balham House Clearance maintains a firm zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking across all its operations. We recognise the moral and legal duty to ensure that our Balham house clearance activities and wider supply chain are free from exploitation, and we commit to acting swiftly if any breach is suspected. Our stance is clear: forced labour, debt bondage and coercive practices have no place in our business.

Our zero-tolerance policy forms part of contractual obligations for all suppliers and sub-contractors. Balham clearance contracts require adherence to labour, health and safety and ethical sourcing standards. We train staff in spotting signs of exploitation, reinforce expectations at induction and through refresher sessions, and ensure managers have the tools to enforce compliance. Any confirmed violation results in immediate remedial action, which may include termination of supply or subcontract arrangements.

We actively promote a culture of vigilance across our in-house teams and partner network. Employees working on house clearance Balham projects are briefed on safeguarding principles and understanding of reporting routes. We also undertake risk assessments tailored to specific tasks such as clearance of occupied properties, reuse and recycling streams and interactions with vulnerable occupants to reduce opportunity for abuse.

Supplier Audits, Due Diligence and Compliance

Effective supplier audits underpin our anti-slavery approach. We carry out proportionate due diligence on prospective and existing suppliers, focusing on highest-risk categories. Audit procedures include documentary checks, contractual reviews and, where practical, site visits to confirm working conditions. We apply a risk-based methodology to determine audit frequency and depth for each partner across the Balham property clearance supply chain.

• Verification of worker records, pay and hours to ensure fair remuneration and lawful employment;
• Recruitment practice reviews to prevent third-party charging of recruitment fees that often lead to bonded labour;
• Interviews and anonymous worker surveys to gather direct insight into conditions and treatment;
• Corrective action plans with clear timelines and senior oversight for any non-compliance discovered.

Where audits identify issues, we require clear remediation plans and follow up with documented review points. Persistent non-compliance triggers suspension or termination of contracts. We also encourage transparency by asking suppliers to map their own chains, enabling Balham house clearance teams to make informed decisions and reduce exposure to modern slavery risks through tiered supplier management.

Reporting Channels, Protection and Annual Review

Balham House Clearance offers multiple confidential reporting channels so concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation. Staff and third parties may report in writing to management, raise issues through an internal compliance portal, or use an anonymous whistleblowing process. Each disclosure is treated seriously, triaged for risk and assigned to trained investigators to ensure due process and appropriate safeguarding for potential victims.

All reports are documented and handled according to a documented investigation procedure that prioritises victim support, impartial fact-finding and proportional action. We keep secure records of investigations, remediation measures and any disciplinary outcomes. Our aim is to remediate harm, hold perpetrators accountable and, where needed, work with external agencies to ensure appropriate assistance for those affected.

We commit to an annual review of this modern slavery statement, associated policies and our supplier audit programme to ensure they remain effective and responsive to evolving risks. The review analyses audit results, incident trends and stakeholder feedback to strengthen controls. Balham house clearance and house clearance Balham operations will update procedures, training and contractual terms as required to continuously improve our capacity to prevent, detect and remedy modern slavery.