Modern Slavery Statement for Haroldpark Storage
Haroldpark Storage is committed to operating with integrity, respect, and accountability in every part of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and controls we apply to help prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, servitude, and child labour within our operations and supply chain. Haroldpark Storage maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery, and we expect the same standard from everyone who works with us.
Our approach is grounded in risk awareness, responsible procurement, and continuous improvement. We recognise that storage, logistics, maintenance, cleaning, construction, and outsourced services can present varying levels of supply-chain risk. For that reason, we assess relationships carefully and apply proportionate checks to contractors, suppliers, and service providers. Where concerns arise, we investigate promptly and take decisive action.
We seek to ensure that our workforce and business partners understand their responsibilities. All relevant managers are expected to identify warning signs, including restricted movement, withholding of documents, excessive working hours, or unexplained dependency on third parties. Any indication of coercion or exploitation is treated seriously, and no commercial objective overrides our ethical commitments.
The governance of the Haroldpark Storage modern slavery statement is supported by internal oversight and annual training for staff involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. We promote ethical conduct through policies, onboarding materials, and periodic awareness sessions. These measures are designed to help personnel recognise risks early and act in line with our standards.
Supplier due diligence is an essential part of our control framework. Before onboarding, we review relevant company information, ownership details, labour practices, and jurisdiction-specific risks. We also require suppliers to confirm compliance with applicable labour laws and our own ethical expectations. Supplier audits may be conducted on a scheduled or risk-triggered basis, particularly for higher-risk categories such as third-party labour providers, facilities management, or construction-related services.
Audit activity may include document reviews, worker interviews where appropriate, site inspections, and verification of working conditions. If a supplier fails to meet requirements, we seek corrective action within a defined timeframe. Persistent non-compliance, refusal to cooperate, or evidence of exploitation can result in suspension or termination of the relationship.
We encourage transparent and safe reporting. Concerns may be raised through internal management routes, HR channels, procurement oversight, or other formal reporting mechanisms established within the business. Reports can be made in good faith without fear of retaliation. Haroldpark Storage is committed to protecting individuals who raise concerns and to handling all reports with discretion and fairness.
Where a concern is reported, it is assessed promptly to determine the level of risk and the appropriate response. This may include immediate escalation, temporary suspension of a supplier relationship, further investigation, and, where necessary, referral to relevant authorities. We expect managers to document actions taken and to maintain evidence of follow-up measures so that concerns are resolved effectively.
Our procurement processes are designed to reinforce ethical decision-making. This includes embedding slavery and trafficking clauses in relevant contracts, requesting declarations from key suppliers, and reviewing any subcontracting arrangements that may increase exposure to risk. We also encourage suppliers to maintain their own controls and to cascade expectations through their own supply chains.
Haroldpark Storage reviews this statement and its supporting controls annually to ensure they remain effective, proportionate, and aligned with current legal and operational requirements. The annual review considers incident trends, supplier performance, changes in our supply chain, and any lessons learned from audits or investigations. This process helps us strengthen prevention measures over time.
Where improvements are identified, we update policies, training, due diligence steps, or audit criteria accordingly. We also track actions arising from reviews to ensure accountability and timely completion. By revisiting our approach each year, we reinforce a culture of vigilance and responsibility across the organisation.
This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical business conduct and respect for human rights. Haroldpark Storage will continue to challenge modern slavery risks wherever they may arise, working with suppliers, employees, and partners to uphold fair treatment and lawful working conditions throughout our operations and supply chain.