Modern Slavery Statement for Storage Putney
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage Putney has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Storage Putney is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our sphere of influence.
Our Zero-Tolerance Approach
Storage Putney has a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, servitude and human trafficking. This applies to every aspect of our operations, from direct employment and contracted services to the way we source goods, materials and professional support.
We expect the same high standards from everyone we work with, including suppliers, contractors and business partners. We are committed to only working with organisations that share our values and can demonstrate that they operate in a manner consistent with this zero-tolerance stance.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Storage Putney provides storage and related services. Our supply chain includes, but is not limited to, providers of property and facility management, cleaning and maintenance services, security, office supplies, equipment, and other professional services.
We recognise that some parts of our supply chain may present a higher risk of modern slavery than others, particularly where services are labour intensive or sourced through multiple tiers of subcontracting. We are committed to understanding these risks and taking appropriate steps to address them.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We require our key suppliers and contractors to operate in accordance with all applicable laws relating to employment, labour rights and the prevention of modern slavery. As part of our supplier due diligence, we assess new and existing suppliers on their labour practices and ethical standards where relevant to the service or product they provide.
Storage Putney reserves the right to audit suppliers on a risk basis to confirm adherence to our standards regarding modern slavery. These audits may include reviewing policies, training records, recruitment practices, and where appropriate, speaking with workers. Where non-compliance is identified, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within an agreed timeframe, or, where necessary, consider terminating the relationship.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels
Storage Putney encourages a culture of openness and accountability. We are committed to ensuring that anyone working for or with us can raise concerns about possible modern slavery or human trafficking without fear of retaliation.
Concerns can be raised through internal reporting channels made available to all employees, agency workers, and contractors. These channels allow concerns to be reported confidentially, and where required, anonymously. Reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly and sensitively, and appropriate action will be taken if any wrongdoing is identified.
We also expect our suppliers to maintain their own safe reporting mechanisms, ensuring that workers in their operations and supply chains can raise concerns freely and without detriment.
Training and Awareness
Relevant employees at Storage Putney receive information and guidance to help them recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond if they suspect that it may be occurring. This includes staff involved in procurement, supplier management and facilities operations.
We aim to build awareness across the business so that modern slavery risks are understood and considered in day-to-day decisions, particularly when engaging new suppliers or renewing contracts.
Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with the senior management of Storage Putney. They ensure that appropriate policies, procedures and controls are in place and that these remain effective and proportionate to our risk profile.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least annually to reflect any changes in our business, supply chains, legal requirements or industry best practice. As part of the annual review, we will consider the effectiveness of our actions, findings from supplier assessments or audits, any reported concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
Storage Putney is committed to continuous improvement in the identification, prevention and mitigation of modern slavery risks. We will update this statement and our internal processes as necessary to strengthen our approach and uphold our ethical responsibilities.
