Modern Slavery Statement — Sofa Cleaner

At Sofa Cleaner we are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chain. This modern slavery statement for Sofa Cleaner and related sofa-cleaning operations sets out our firm commitment, the actions we take, and the clear expectations we place on suppliers and partners. We operate with a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of forced labour, bonded labour, child labour and exploitation.

We recognise that our responsibilities as a sofa cleaner company and a provider of professional sofa cleaning services extend beyond our direct employees. Our policy applies to all Sofa Cleaner staff, contractors, suppliers and third-party providers. The company insists on compliance with applicable law and international standards and will take decisive action where risks or breaches are identified. Zero-tolerance means immediate investigation and remediation where exploitation is suspected, and termination of relationships where necessary.

We require our suppliers and subcontractors to adhere to our standards. Our supplier code of conduct sets out clear requirements for fair wages, safe working hours, and freedom of movement. Key elements include:

• Regular supplier declarations and contractual clauses explicitly prohibiting forced labour and human trafficking.
• Planned and risk-based supplier audits and on-site inspections focused on working conditions and worker welfare.
• Verification of employment records, pay documentation and lawful recruitment practices.

We operate a structured programme of supplier audits and risk assessments. Supplier audits are prioritised by risk profile — geography, sector and the nature of goods and services supplied to our sofa-cleaning operations. Our supplier audits combine document review, worker interviews and, where necessary, unannounced visits. Audit findings are recorded and result in remediation plans, monitoring or, in severe cases, termination of the contractual relationship. We favour engagement and capacity-building where possible to drive sustained improvement.

To support ongoing due diligence, Sofa Cleaner maintains training for procurement, operations and field staff on recognising signs of modern slavery and forced labour. This training is delivered to new employees and refreshed annually. We also provide targeted guidance for suppliers so that all parties in the supply chain understand expectations and compliance obligations. By promoting awareness across the network of sofa cleaners and upholstery suppliers we reduce systemic risk.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing

We encourage all workers, suppliers and third parties to report any concerns related to modern slavery. Reports can be made through designated internal channels and are assessed confidentially and investigated promptly. We have clear escalation routes and maintain records of investigations and outcomes. Confidentiality and protection against retaliation are fundamental to our approach; anonymous reporting is accepted and investigated.

Our remediation strategy is centred on the welfare of affected individuals, corrective action and systemic change. Where modern slavery is identified, we prioritise victim support and cooperation with the appropriate authorities and specialist organisations. Remediation can include safe relocation, support services and working with suppliers to correct unlawful practices. We will cease to work with suppliers who refuse to address serious breaches.

Transparency and continuous improvement guide our efforts. The Sofa Cleaner leadership team reviews audit outcomes, trends and reported incidents and adapts procurement practices accordingly. We embed anti-slavery clauses into supplier contracts, update terms for subcontractors in the sofa-cleaning sector, and insist on documented recruitment standards for any third-party labour used in our operations. Referring to different search and market terms such as sofa-cleaner, sofa cleaners or sofa-cleaning ensures clarity in contractual documentation.

Annual review and governance

An annual review of this modern slavery statement and our processes is conducted by senior management. That review evaluates supply chain risk, the effectiveness of supplier audits, reported incidents, remediation actions and training outcomes. The results are considered at governance level and drive improvements to policy, due diligence and supplier engagement. We commit to updating this statement at least once a year to reflect evolving risks and best practice.

In conclusion, Sofa Cleaner reaffirms its uncompromising stance against modern slavery across all activities and services. Our zero-tolerance policy, routine supplier audits, robust reporting channels and annual review cycle form the pillars of our approach. We will continue to work proactively with suppliers and stakeholders to eliminate exploitation from our supply chains and to uphold human rights throughout our operations.