Storage Creekmouth Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement is made on behalf of Storage Creekmouth in respect of the financial year to which it relates. It outlines the steps we are taking to identify, prevent, and address modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and throughout our supply chains.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Creekmouth provides storage and related services to a wide range of customers. Our supply chains include suppliers of equipment, construction and maintenance services, security services, cleaning services, and other professional and support services. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector and jurisdiction and we are committed to conducting our business in a way that respects human rights and safeguards vulnerable individuals.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Creekmouth has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. We will not knowingly engage with any party involved in forced labour, servitude, bonded labour, child labour that is exploitative or illegal, or any practice that deprives individuals of their liberty or fundamental rights for personal or commercial gain.
We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We expect the same standards from our suppliers and partners, and we require that they cascade these expectations through their own supply chains.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We are progressively integrating modern slavery and human rights requirements into our supplier onboarding and ongoing management processes. New suppliers are assessed for their approach to labour practices, health and safety, and ethical conduct. Where appropriate, we request confirmation that suppliers have their own modern slavery policies or equivalent safeguards in place.
Storage Creekmouth reserves the right to conduct audits or request evidence from suppliers to verify compliance with our standards relating to modern slavery and human trafficking. These audits may consider recruitment practices, use of agency workers, working conditions, and grievance mechanisms. Where risks are identified, we will work with the supplier to address them through corrective action plans. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our expectations, we may review, suspend, or terminate the relationship.
Training, Awareness, and Responsibility
Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery approach sits with senior management, who ensure that our policies and procedures remain appropriate and effective. We aim to raise awareness among employees, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and site operations, so they understand the signs of possible exploitation and know how to respond.
Guidance material is provided to relevant employees to help them recognise indicators of forced labour, trafficking, or other abuses, such as restriction of movement, withholding of identity documents, or deceptive recruitment practices.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We encourage anyone working for or with Storage Creekmouth who has concerns about modern slavery or human trafficking to raise them at the earliest opportunity. Concerns can be reported through internal management channels or via our whistleblowing arrangements, which allow matters to be raised in confidence without fear of retaliation.
All reports are taken seriously and will be investigated promptly and impartially. Where appropriate, we will involve specialist advisers or relevant authorities. We are committed to protecting those who speak up in good faith and ensuring that concerns lead to appropriate remedial action where required.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Storage Creekmouth recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility and that risks can evolve over time. We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach, including refining our risk assessments, strengthening supplier engagement, and enhancing staff awareness.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by senior management to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with applicable legislation and best practice. The review will consider any incidents reported, audit findings, changes in our operations or supply chains, and feedback from stakeholders.
Following each annual review, we will update our processes where necessary to improve the effectiveness of our measures to prevent and address modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains.
