At Old Vape Mill, we are committed to conducting our business in an ethical and responsible manner. We condemn all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking and are dedicated to ensuring that our operations, as well as those of our suppliers and partners, are free from these abhorrent practices. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our commitment to preventing modern slavery and our actions to address the risks within our supply chains and operations.
Our Policies and Practices:
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We maintain a Supplier Code of Conduct that sets out our expectations regarding human rights, labor standards, and ethical practices. We require all our suppliers to comply with these standards and conduct regular assessments to ensure adherence.
- Due Diligence: We conduct due diligence to assess and mitigate the risk of modern slavery within our supply chains. This includes identifying high-risk suppliers, evaluating their policies and practices, and engaging in dialogue to encourage compliance.
- Supplier Relationships: We strive to build long-term relationships with our suppliers based on mutual trust, respect, and shared values. We engage in open and transparent communication to foster an environment where suppliers understand our expectations and feel comfortable reporting any concerns related to modern slavery.
- Employee Awareness and Training: We provide training and awareness programs for our employees to ensure they understand the risks of modern slavery and can identify and report any suspicious activities. We maintain clear reporting mechanisms to encourage employees to come forward with concerns or information.
- Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously improving our practices and procedures to address the risks of modern slavery. We review and update our policies regularly to reflect best practices and evolving legal requirements.
Reporting and Accountability:
- Reporting Concerns: We encourage all employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any suspicions or concerns related to modern slavery. Reports can be made anonymously through our confidential reporting channels, ensuring protection for whistleblowers.
- Investigation and Remediation: Any reported concerns related to modern slavery will be promptly investigated. If an issue is identified, we will take appropriate actions to address it, which may include remediation measures, termination of relationships, or legal action if necessary.
- Compliance Verification: We engage in regular assessments and audits of our supply chains and operations to verify compliance with our policies and legal obligations. We work closely with our suppliers to ensure they meet our expectations and make any necessary improvements.
- Transparency and Communication: We are committed to transparently communicating our actions and progress in addressing modern slavery risks. This includes publishing this Modern Slavery Statement on our website and providing updates on our efforts in our annual reports or other relevant communications.
Conclusion:
Old Vape Mill is dedicated to eradicating modern slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains. We are committed to working collaboratively with our suppliers, employees, and stakeholders to ensure a responsible and ethical business environment. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects our ongoing commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in addressing modern slavery risks.
This statement has been approved and endorsed by the management of Old Vape Mill.
Date: 18-7-2023
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