At Orchard, we are committed to promoting ethical practices and upholding human rights in all aspects of our business operations. As a leading industrial refurbishment company operating in the United Kingdom, we recognise the importance of combatting modern slavery and human trafficking. We are dedicated to ensuring that our business and supply chains remain free from any form of exploitation or forced labour.
Our Policy:
Compliance with Legislation: Orchard is fully committed to complying with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and all other relevant legislation and regulations related to modern slavery and human trafficking.
Risk Assessment: We conduct thorough risk assessments to identify any potential areas of vulnerability within our business operations and supply chains. This includes assessing the risks associated with our subcontractors, suppliers, and other business partners.
Due Diligence: We maintain a robust due diligence process to assess and monitor our supply chains. This involves evaluating the practices of our suppliers and subcontractors to ensure they meet our standards for ethical conduct and human rights.
Supplier Code of Conduct: Orchard expects all suppliers and subcontractors to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and ethics. We have established a Supplier Code of Conduct, which outlines our expectations regarding labour practices, fair wages, working hours, and human rights. We actively engage with our suppliers to ensure their compliance with our code.
Training and Awareness: We provide regular training and awareness programs for our employees to educate them about the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. This empowers our staff to identify and report any suspicious activities or concerns related to these issues.
Reporting and Whistleblowing: Orchard encourages all employees, contractors, and stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions regarding modern slavery or human trafficking. We maintain a confidential reporting mechanism to ensure that individuals feel safe when raising such concerns.
Investigations and Remediation: Any reports of potential modern slavery or human trafficking will be promptly and thoroughly investigated. If violations are substantiated, appropriate remedial actions will be taken, which may include terminating relationships with suppliers or subcontractors involved in such practices.
Continuous Improvement: Orchard is committed to continuously improving our policies, practices, and procedures related to combating modern slavery and human trafficking. We regularly review and update our measures to adapt to changing circumstances and evolving best practices.
This Modern Slavery Policy Statement reflects the commitment of Orchard to combatting modern slavery and human trafficking. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of ethical business practices and ensuring the rights and dignity of all individuals throughout our operations and supply chains.