Modern Slavery Statement for Decking Cleaning and Deck Maintenance Cleaning

Decking Cleaning activities and the supply chain that supports them are carried out with a firm commitment to human rights. This statement outlines our approach to preventing modern slavery in every element of our deck cleaning operations, from deck cleaning crews to suppliers of cleaning materials. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards forced labour, human trafficking and any form of exploitation, and we demand the same standards from third parties engaged in deck surface cleaning and related services.

Our organisation recognises the risks that can exist across maintenance and outdoor cleaning sectors. We embed clear expectations about ethical employment in contracts and procurement for decking clean services, and we require that subcontractors and supply partners demonstrate compliance with applicable labour laws. These requirements extend to temporary staff, seasonal workers and any individuals performing deck refurbishing or deck restoration cleaning on our behalf.

We publish and enforce a zero-tolerance policy that is non-negotiable: any allegation of modern slavery or forced labour in the deck cleaning supply chain triggers an immediate investigation. Allegations are escalated to senior management, and where substantiated will lead to contract termination and referral to the appropriate authorities. Our approach covers all forms of deck maintenance cleaning, including pressure washing, sealing and surface treatments.

To give effect to our policy, we operate a robust supplier due diligence programme focused on deck cleaning procurement. Suppliers are required to complete pre-qualification checks and provide documentation demonstrating lawful employment practices. Supplier audits form a central part of our preventative measures: scheduled inspections, unannounced site visits and review of payroll, working hours and subcontractor relationships for any decking cleans projects.

Our supplier audits include:

• Verification of right-to-work documentation and lawful payroll records;
• Interviews with workers to confirm working conditions and freedom to leave employment;
• Assessment of recruitment agencies used for deck cleaning labour and checks on any fees charged to workers;
• Risk-based follow-up actions, corrective plans and monitoring for high-risk suppliers.

Where audits identify issues, we require prompt remediation and set clear timebound corrective actions. Persistent non-compliance results in suspension or termination of contracts for deck surface cleaning and associated services. We also prioritise working with suppliers to improve standards through training and capacity building for safer, more transparent deck maintenance cleaning practices.

We maintain multiple

reporting channels

to ensure concerns about modern slavery can be raised safely and anonymously. Workers, suppliers and members of the public can report suspected abuses through internal whistleblowing mechanisms and anonymous reporting tools. All reports are treated confidentially, investigated promptly and documented. Our procedures protect whistleblowers from retaliation and emphasise that raising concerns is expected and supported in every part of our decking cleaning operations.

Supplier audits and monitoring

are complemented by management reviews and risk assessments. We maintain records of audits, corrective actions and improvements, using those records to refine procurement standards for deck cleaning contracts. Our procurement teams incorporate anti-slavery clauses into supplier agreements and apply stricter scrutiny to high-risk jurisdictions or service types, such as complex outdoor refurbishment projects.

Annual review: this statement and our anti-slavery measures are reviewed at least once every year to ensure continuing relevance and effectiveness. The annual review evaluates audit outcomes, incident reports, supplier performance and evolving legal requirements. Results are reported to senior leadership and used to update policy, training and supplier engagement for all aspects of deck cleaning and decking maintenance cleaning. Through ongoing vigilance, audits, reporting channels and a clear zero-tolerance stance, we commit to reducing the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chain.