Modern Slavery Statement for Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners

Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners is committed to operating with integrity, respect, and accountability across every part of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chain.

Our zero-tolerance policy applies to employees, contractors, and suppliers without exception. We expect every person working with Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners to uphold lawful and ethical working practices. Any evidence or credible suspicion of abuse is treated seriously and may result in immediate corrective action, contract termination, or referral to the appropriate authorities.

We recognise that risks may arise in procurement, subcontracted services, transport, and the sourcing of cleaning materials. For that reason, our approach to modern slavery prevention focuses on due diligence, transparent standards, and regular monitoring. We seek to work only with partners who share our commitment to fair pay, safe conditions, and respect for human rights.

Supplier management is central to our anti-slavery approach. Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners conducts supplier audits proportionate to risk, with higher-risk suppliers subject to more detailed checks. These audits may include document reviews, verification of worker eligibility, assessment of employment practices, and confirmation that wages, hours, and workplace conditions meet legal requirements.

Where concerns are identified, we require prompt remediation and time-bound corrective actions. If a supplier fails to cooperate or repeatedly breaches our standards, we may suspend or end the relationship. By maintaining consistent oversight, Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners aims to ensure that our carpet cleaning services are not connected to exploitative practices at any stage of the supply chain.

We also support a culture of openness through accessible reporting channels. Employees and workers are encouraged to raise concerns about any suspected violation of our ethical standards, including unsafe labour conditions, coercion, document retention, or intimidation. Reports may be made through line management, internal compliance procedures, or designated safeguarding routes.

The reporting process is designed to be handled confidentially and, where possible, discreetly. Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners does not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. All allegations are reviewed promptly, recorded appropriately, and escalated where necessary so that action can be taken without delay.

Training and awareness are important to the continued strength of our modern slavery policy. Relevant staff receive guidance on identifying warning signs, engaging with suppliers responsibly, and responding to disclosures with care. This helps ensure that our teams understand both the practical and moral responsibility to protect vulnerable workers.

Our statement is reviewed annually to confirm that it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal and operational expectations. The annual review considers audit findings, reported concerns, supplier performance, and any changes to our business model or risk profile. Where improvements are needed, we update procedures and strengthen oversight.

In the coming year, Fortis Green Carpet Cleaners will continue to improve its approach to responsible sourcing and labour protection. We will refine our due diligence checks, expand supplier engagement, and reinforce internal awareness so that our commitment to ethical business conduct remains active rather than symbolic.

As a responsible carpet cleaning company, we believe that high-quality service must be matched by fair treatment of every person involved in delivering it. Our commitment to ending exploitation is part of how we build trust, protect dignity, and maintain a resilient and responsible business.