At Rivia Cleaning Express, we are committed to operating our business in an ethical and
transparent manner. We recognise our responsibility in ensuring that modern slavery, human
trafficking, and any form of exploitation have no place in our business or supply chain.
Our Commitment
We take a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking, fully supporting
the UK Government’s Modern Slavery Act 2015. We are dedicated to acting with integrity in
all business dealings and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard
against any form of modern slavery taking place within our organisation or supply chain.
Understanding Modern Slavery
Modern slavery includes practices such as slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour,
and human trafficking. These exploit people for personal or commercial gain. We are
committed to preventing these activities, directly or indirectly, through robust policies and
procedures.
Our Policies and Procedures
To ensure we meet our obligations and uphold our values, Rivia Cleaning Express has
implemented the following policies and measures:
Ethical Employment Practices: We ensure all employees are legally recruited, paid at
or above the national minimum wage, and have the right to work in the UK. We
promote fair working conditions and employee welfare, offering contracts that comply
with UK employment laws.
Supplier Due Diligence: We work closely with our suppliers and contractors to ensure
their commitment to ethical business practices. We carry out due diligence when
engaging new suppliers and regularly review our existing relationships to ensure
compliance with the Modern Slavery Act.
Training and Awareness: All employees are trained to recognise the signs of modern
slavery and human trafficking. This includes understanding their role in preventing
exploitation within our business and supply chain.
Reporting and Whistleblowing: We encourage employees, suppliers, and contractors
to report any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical behaviour. Our
whistleblowing policy ensures that individuals can report these concerns without fear
of retaliation.
Continuous Improvement: We are committed to reviewing and improving our policies
and practices to remain vigilant against the evolving risks of modern slavery.
Responsibility
The overall responsibility for the implementation of this policy rests with the senior
management of Rivia Cleaning Express. All managers are responsible for ensuring that their
teams are aware of and comply with the policy.
Breaches of this Policy
Any breach of this policy by an employee, supplier, or contractor will be taken seriously and
may result in disciplinary action, including termination of contracts where necessary. We will
immediately address any concerns raised, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of any potential
victims of modern slavery.