Modern Slavery
1. Introduction
HSSI (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business operations. This Modern Slavery Policy outlines our commitment to identifying and mitigating the risks of modern slavery within our supply chains and business practices.
2. Our Commitment
2.1. Zero Tolerance: We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings.
2.2. Compliance: We comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to modern slavery and human trafficking, including the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (UK).
3. Risk Assessment
3.1. Identification of Risks: We conduct regular risk assessments to identify and assess the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking within our supply chains and business operations.
3.2. Mitigation Strategies: Based on the results of our risk assessments, we implement appropriate mitigation strategies to address identified risks, including due diligence processes and contractual safeguards.
4. Supply Chain Transparency
4.1. Supplier Due Diligence: We require our suppliers to adhere to our standards on modern slavery and human trafficking. We conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers to ensure compliance with our requirements.
4.2. Contracts and Agreements: We include clauses in our contracts and agreements with suppliers to prohibit modern slavery and human trafficking and require suppliers to certify their compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
5. Training and Awareness
5.1. Employee Training: We provide training to our employees to raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking issues, their responsibilities under this policy, and the signs of exploitation.
5.2. Communication: We communicate our commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking to our employees, suppliers, and stakeholders through various channels, including our website, policies, and training programs.
6. Reporting and Accountability
6.1. Reporting Mechanisms: We provide channels for reporting concerns or suspicions of modern slavery and human trafficking, including a confidential whistleblower hotline and direct communication with management.
6.2. Investigation and Action: We investigate all reported concerns promptly and take appropriate action if instances of modern slavery or human trafficking are identified, including termination of relationships with non-compliant suppliers.
7. Continuous Improvement
7.1. Review and Monitoring: We regularly review and monitor our policies, procedures, and practices related to modern slavery and human trafficking to ensure their effectiveness and compliance with best practices and legal requirements.
7.2. Stakeholder Engagement: We engage with stakeholders, including civil society organisations, industry partners, and government agencies, to share best practices and collaborate on initiatives to combat modern slavery and human trafficking.
8. Compliance with Policy
8.1. Requirement: Compliance with this Modern Slavery Policy is mandatory for all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other business partners engaged with HSSI.
8.2. Consequences of Non-Compliance: Non-compliance with this policy may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts, or legal proceedings, depending on the severity of the violation.
9. Contact Us
9.1. Questions: If you have any questions or concerns about this Modern Slavery Policy, please contact us via our contact page.
By adopting this Modern Slavery Policy, we demonstrate our commitment to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains.