Modern Slavery Statement for Tree Surgeons Haringey

Tree Surgeons Haringey is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights across every part of our work. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions taken by our tree surgery company to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitative working practices within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect any sector, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation. As a responsible Tree Surgeons Haringey business, we expect the same ethical standards from employees, contractors, and suppliers.

Our commitment applies to all services delivered by our Haringey tree surgery team, including pruning, felling, stump removal, site clearance, and related landscaping support. We understand that arboriculture and maintenance services may involve seasonal labour, subcontractors, transport, equipment sourcing, and waste handling, which can create vulnerability in labour chains. For that reason, our approach to preventing modern slavery focuses on vigilance, accountability, and continual improvement. We seek to ensure that every person working on behalf of Tree Surgeons Haringey is treated fairly, lawfully, and with dignity.

Our zero-tolerance policy is embedded in recruitment, onboarding, procurement, and contract management. We do not accept any form of bonded labour, withholding of passports or wages, coercion, debt bondage, child labour, or unsafe intimidation. Managers are responsible for identifying warning signs, including restricted movement, dependence on a third party for pay, or unexplained reluctance to speak freely. Where concerns arise, our tree surgery operations in Haringey will respond immediately and proportionately. Allegations are investigated without delay, and any substantiated breach may lead to suspension, termination of engagement, or referral to the relevant authorities.

Supplier Standards and Risk Controls

We recognise that the greatest risk may sit within our wider supply chain. Tree Surgeons Haringey therefore requires suppliers to confirm compliance with labour, immigration, and employment laws, together with our ethical sourcing expectations. New suppliers are screened before approval, and higher-risk categories, such as subcontracted labour, transport, equipment hire, and disposal services, are subject to deeper checks. These checks help us verify that the Haringey tree surgeons we work with, and the organisations supporting them, are operating fairly and lawfully.

Supplier audits form a central part of our controls. Depending on the level of risk, audits may be announced or unannounced, and may include document reviews, site visits, labour record checks, and interviews with workers where appropriate. We look for evidence of fair pay, lawful hours, identity document retention practices, safe accommodation arrangements, and freedom of movement. If a supplier fails to meet our standards, we require corrective action within a defined timeframe. Continued non-compliance may result in removal from our approved supplier list. This audit process strengthens the resilience of our tree surgery supply chain and supports responsible procurement across Tree Surgeons Haringey.

We also train relevant staff to recognise indicators of exploitation and to maintain accurate records. Training covers ethical sourcing, reporting responsibilities, and how to respond sensitively when potential risks are identified. Internal controls are reviewed alongside contract performance so that our Haringey arborist services continue to reflect our values. Tree surgeons in Haringey working under our direction must understand that ethical conduct is not optional; it is a core condition of working with us.

Reporting, Review, and Accountability

We encourage openness and provide secure reporting channels for employees, subcontractors, and suppliers who raise concerns in good faith. Reports can be made through line management, senior management, or confidential internal procedures designed to protect the individual from retaliation. Concerns may relate to labour exploitation, unsafe recruitment practices, falsified records, or any conduct that appears inconsistent with this statement. All reports are handled discreetly, and where needed, appropriate support and escalation will follow. Our Tree Surgeons Haringey team understands that reporting suspected abuse is a vital safeguard.

Accountability for modern slavery prevention sits with senior leadership, who review due diligence outcomes, audit findings, and reported incidents. Where issues are identified, we document the response, implement corrective measures, and monitor the effectiveness of those actions. This ensures that our modern slavery controls remain practical and responsive. We also expect contractors and suppliers to cooperate fully with investigations and improvement plans. Failure to do so may be treated as a serious breach of our ethical standards.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal requirements and operational risks. The annual review considers changes in our tree surgery activities, supply chain structure, and emerging indicators of exploitation. Tree Surgeons Haringey will continue strengthening its approach through better training, improved supplier oversight, and more robust reporting mechanisms. By maintaining a zero-tolerance stance, conducting supplier audits, supporting reporting channels, and completing an annual review, our tree surgeon company reaffirms its commitment to ethical practice and the protection of human rights.