Modern Slavery Statement for Mitcham Storage

Mitcham Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, respect, and zero tolerance for modern slavery in any form. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, debt bondage, and child exploitation within our operations and supply chain. As a storage business, we recognise that responsible procurement and ethical management are essential to protecting workers and maintaining trust.

Our approach is guided by the belief that every person has the right to work freely, safely, and with dignity. We expect our employees, contractors, and suppliers to uphold the same standards. The modern slavery statement for Mitcham Storage reflects our ongoing commitment to identifying risk, strengthening controls, and supporting fair labour practices across all activities associated with our business.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to all employment decisions, business partnerships, and purchasing activities. Any evidence of exploitation, coercion, or unethical recruitment is treated as a serious matter and may result in immediate action, including termination of contracts or reporting to the appropriate authorities.

All staff involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management are expected to remain alert to warning signs such as withheld documents, restricted movement, unpaid overtime, or workers appearing unable to speak freely. By embedding vigilance into day-to-day operations, Mitcham Storage strengthens its ability to prevent abuse before it occurs.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Supplier risk assessment is central to our anti-slavery program. We require suppliers to confirm compliance with labour laws and ethical standards, and we reserve the right to conduct reviews where risk indicators are present. These supplier audits may include document checks, policy reviews, and verification of labour practices, especially for higher-risk categories or regions.

Monitoring the Supply Chain

Our supplier audit process is designed to identify issues early and encourage continuous improvement. Where concerns are found, we seek corrective action plans with clear deadlines. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to address serious concerns, Mitcham Storage will reconsider the relationship. This helps ensure that our Mitcham Storage modern slavery policy is not just a statement, but a practical standard applied across the supply chain.

We also expect suppliers to cascade similar expectations to their own subcontractors and labour providers. In doing so, we aim to reduce hidden risk and promote transparency throughout the supply chain. Ethical sourcing is not a one-time exercise; it is a continuing responsibility that requires attention, communication, and documented assurance.

Reporting Channels and Raising Concerns

We encourage employees and suppliers to report concerns about potential modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Reports may relate to suspicious recruitment practices, signs of coercion, unsafe working conditions, or any situation where a worker’s freedom appears restricted. Issues can be raised through internal reporting routes, and all concerns are taken seriously and reviewed promptly.

To support safe reporting, Mitcham Storage promotes a culture where speaking up is welcomed and protected. Our reporting channels allow concerns to be handled confidentially where possible, and we aim to investigate matters fairly and discreetly. This process is an important part of our anti-slavery framework and helps us respond quickly to potential harm.

Training, Accountability, and Annual Review

Mitcham Storage provides relevant staff with awareness training so they can recognise indicators of exploitation and understand how to escalate concerns. Managers are accountable for ensuring that due diligence, audits, and reporting procedures are followed consistently. We also expect record-keeping to be accurate and transparent, particularly where labour and subcontracting risks are involved.

This statement is reviewed annually to assess its effectiveness and to consider changes in law, business operations, and supply chain risk. The annual review helps us improve our controls and adapt our response where new issues emerge. Through regular evaluation, Mitcham Storage reinforces its commitment to ethical conduct and to preventing modern slavery in all forms.

By maintaining robust safeguards, clear reporting routes, and ongoing supplier oversight, the Mitcham Storage modern slavery statement demonstrates our determination to protect people and uphold responsible business standards. We will continue to strengthen our practices and expect the same commitment from those who work with us.