Modern Slavery Statement for Sofa Cleaner

Sofa Cleaner is committed to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour across all operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our policies, expectations and practical steps to ensure that our sofa cleaning business, including subcontractors and supplier partners, operates ethically and lawfully. We acknowledge our responsibility as a leading sofa cleaner provider to act with integrity and to protect vulnerable workers.

Scope and Commitment

Our commitment covers the full supply chain for sofa cleaning services and products used by Sofa Cleaner and related brands. We have a zero-tolerance policy for any form of modern slavery, and we require all suppliers and partners to adhere to the same standard. This includes prohibition of forced labour, debt bondage, child labour and exploitative working conditions. Our staff, contractors and subcontractors are trained to identify risks and escalate concerns.

We recognise that sofa cleaners and upholstery service providers operate in diverse contexts. To address this, we conduct risk assessments and map our supply chain to identify high-risk areas. Our procurement practices include explicit contractual clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery laws and allow for audits and corrective action when needed.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Due Diligence

Zero tolerance means that any confirmed instance of modern slavery within our operations or among our suppliers will result in immediate action. Actions may include termination of contracts, mandatory remediation, and referral to enforcement authorities when appropriate. We apply a risk-based due diligence process that includes supplier vetting, verification of worker rights and ongoing monitoring.

Key elements of our supplier due diligence and audit programme include:

• Pre-engagement screening for labour practices and legal compliance;
• Regular supplier audits, both scheduled and unannounced;
• Requirement for suppliers to provide evidence of payroll, working hours and recruitment practices;
• Corrective action plans and follow-up audits where non-compliance is detected.

We work with third-party auditors and local experts to ensure our checks are thorough. For higher-risk suppliers, we implement enhanced monitoring and capacity-building to improve labour standards.

Reporting Channels and Remediation

Sofa Cleaner maintains multiple confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns. Reports may be made anonymously, and all allegations are treated seriously and investigated promptly. Our whistleblowing procedures protect reporters from retaliation and ensure independent review where necessary.

Reporting options include internal channels and independent third-party mechanisms. We ensure that anyone raising concerns receives timely feedback about the status of investigations and any remedial actions taken. Remediation focuses on protecting victims, restoring their rights and preventing recurrence through supplier corrective measures and training.

Accountability at SofaCleaner is enforced through clear governance. Senior management and the board receive regular updates on modern slavery risks and the effectiveness of controls. We publish this statement to demonstrate transparency and to reinforce our expectation that all suppliers and partners share our standards. An annual review of our policies, due diligence and audit results ensures continuous improvement. This review includes updated risk assessments, audit outcomes and action plans for the coming year.