Commercial Waste Victoria Modern Slavery Statement

Commercial Waste Victoria is committed to preventing all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. This modern slavery statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach, the measures we take to identify and mitigate risk, and our ongoing commitments to continuous improvement. We recognise that as a provider of commercial waste services we have a responsibility to ensure our contracting, procurement and on-site activities do not contribute to exploitative labour practices.

Our Policy and Zero-Tolerance Stance

Our organisation has a zero-tolerance policy towards slavery, forced labour, servitude and human trafficking. All employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to comply with this policy. We strictly prohibit the use of exploitative labour and maintain contractual provisions that require compliance with all relevant laws and with our ethical standards. Our commitment extends to both direct activities and to any outsourced services where risks may exist.

We maintain an internal code of conduct and supplier standards that reflect our obligations under applicable anti-slavery legislation and best practice. Our leadership team endorses these standards and ensures they are embedded in procurement and contractual processes. We require all third-party providers and subcontractors to acknowledge and adhere to our expectations, and we reserve the right to take corrective action should violations be identified.

Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We undertake targeted due diligence across our supply chain to assess and prioritise modern slavery risks. Our supplier audits and risk assessments focus on high-risk categories such as labour hire, cleaning, transportation, and subcontracted manual services. Key elements include:

• Pre-engagement screening of potential suppliers against risk criteria;
• Contract clauses mandating compliance with anti-slavery standards and the right to audit;
• Periodic on-site and documentary supplier audits to verify worker conditions and records;
• Remediation plans and contractual consequences for non-compliance.

How We Conduct Supplier Audits

Our supplier audits combine document reviews, interviews and site inspections. Audits are conducted by trained procurement and compliance staff, and where necessary with third-party specialists. Findings are documented, and non-conformances trigger a structured remediation process. We prioritise follow-up audits for suppliers in higher risk locations or industries, and we maintain an audit register to track progress and outcomes.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns about slavery and human trafficking. Employees, contractors and external stakeholders are encouraged to report suspected issues through secure internal mechanisms, including anonymous reporting options. Reports are taken seriously; each allegation is investigated promptly and confidentially to protect reporters and affected individuals. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who reports concerns in good faith.

Remediation and Corrective Action When instances of modern slavery or non-compliance are identified, we act decisively. Remediation may include immediate removal of individuals from harmful conditions, contractual enforcement, supplier capacity-building, and termination of contracts where necessary. We work to ensure victims of exploitation receive appropriate support and that corrective measures reduce the risk of recurrence. Our approach is informed by principles of victim-centred remediation and proportional corrective action.

Monitoring, Training and Annual Review

Continuous monitoring is integral to our approach. We deliver targeted training for procurement, operations and site supervisors to raise awareness of modern slavery indicators and reporting obligations. Our policies and due diligence procedures are subject to an annual review by senior management to evaluate effectiveness and adapt to evolving risks. This review considers audit outcomes, reported incidents, supplier performance and regulatory developments.

Commitment to Transparency and Ongoing Improvement

Commercial Waste Victoria is committed to transparency in our efforts to combat modern slavery. We will continue to strengthen our supplier engagement, enhance audit methodologies and expand training across the business. We view this modern slavery statement as a living document that reflects our evolving approach to preventing exploitation.

Governance for modern slavery risk sits with our executive team and compliance function, who ensure that the modern slavery policy is implemented consistently. We maintain records of audits, risk assessments and remediation actions, and we report on progress through internal governance channels as part of our responsible business practices.

Conclusion: Through a combination of a firm zero-tolerance policy, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and a formal annual review, Commercial Waste Victoria commits to actively preventing modern slavery and to promoting ethical labour standards across our operations and supply chain.