Integro Management is committed to maintaining high standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all of our operations. We understand the seriousness of modern slavery, human trafficking, and other forms of exploitation and are dedicated to taking all necessary steps to combat these practices within our business and supply chain.
This policy outlines our approach to identifying, preventing, and responding to modern slavery, in line with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and other applicable UK and international laws.
1. Our Commitment
At Integro Management, we are committed to:
- Preventing Modern Slavery: We have zero tolerance for any form of modern slavery, including forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, and other forms of exploitation, within our operations and supply chain.
- Promoting Ethical Standards: We aim to create a working environment that respects human rights and upholds dignity, fairness, and respect for all individuals.
- Ensuring Transparency: We will work to ensure that all workers, both directly employed and those within our supply chain, are treated with respect and dignity and have the right to work freely.
Our policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners involved in any aspect of our operations, including payroll services, recruitment, and healthcare placements.
2. Defining Modern Slavery
Modern slavery refers to situations where individuals are coerced, deceived, or otherwise forced into working under conditions of exploitation, where they have little or no control over their employment conditions. This can include:
- Forced Labour: Work or service that is extracted from any person under threat of punishment and for which the person has not voluntarily consented.
- Human Trafficking: The recruitment, transportation, or transfer of people through coercion or deceit for the purpose of exploitation.
- Child Labour: The employment of children in a manner that is exploitative or harmful to their education, development, and well-being.
- Debt Bondage: Situations where a person is forced to work in order to repay a debt under exploitative terms.
3. Our Approach to Modern Slavery
a) Prevention
We take a proactive approach to preventing modern slavery in our organisation by:
- Recruitment Practices: We ensure that all recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and conducted in accordance with UK employment law. This includes verifying that all workers have the legal right to work and are not subject to any coercion.
- Supplier and Contractor Due Diligence: We require all suppliers and contractors to adhere to ethical labour practices. We assess their compliance with the Modern Slavery Act through a risk-based approach, and we expect them to take steps to prevent modern slavery within their own supply chains.
- Employee Training: We provide regular training for our employees on identifying the signs of modern slavery, how to report suspected cases, and how they can contribute to a safe and ethical working environment.
b) Transparency in Our Supply Chain
We understand that modern slavery can be hidden within supply chains. Therefore, we:
- Conduct Risk Assessments: We conduct regular risk assessments to identify areas within our supply chain where modern slavery could be present. This includes reviewing the sourcing of goods and services, especially in sectors like healthcare, recruitment, and agency workers.
- Supplier Code of Conduct: We ensure that all suppliers, especially those providing staffing services in healthcare, social care, and payroll, comply with our ethical standards. Our Supplier Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for fair labour practices, worker safety, and respect for human rights.
c) Reporting Mechanisms
We encourage our employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns about modern slavery, either within our organisation or through our supply chain. To do so, individuals can:
- Contact their manager or supervisor
- Report through our confidential whistleblowing system
- Email our HR or Compliance department at [insert email]
We will investigate any reports promptly and ensure that any concerns are addressed in accordance with the law. Retaliation against any individual who reports suspected cases of modern slavery will not be tolerated.
4. Compliance and Monitoring
a) Legal Compliance
Integro Management complies with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and all applicable laws relating to human rights and ethical employment practices. This includes ensuring that our business and supply chain are free from modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, or any other form of exploitation.
We monitor compliance through:
- Annual audits of our operations and supply chain
- Regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate any potential risks of modern slavery
- Supplier audits and self-assessments to ensure compliance with our ethical standards
b) Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuously improving our policies and procedures to prevent modern slavery. This includes:
- Reviewing and updating our Modern Slavery Policy on an annual basis
- Engaging with external experts and stakeholders to ensure best practices in modern slavery prevention
- Collaborating with industry groups and organisations to remain informed about emerging risks and solutions
5. Reporting Modern Slavery Concerns
If you suspect that modern slavery is occurring within Integro Management or our supply chain, we encourage you to report it. We take all reports seriously and will investigate any suspected instances promptly.
You can report concerns in the following ways:
- Email: info@integromanagement.co.uk
All reports will be handled in strict confidence, and we will ensure no retaliation against those who report in good faith.
6. Consequences of Non-Compliance
We take modern slavery very seriously, and any employee, contractor, or supplier found to be engaging in modern slavery or failing to comply with this policy will be subject to appropriate action. This could include:
- Termination of employment or contract
- Removal from our supply chain or business partnership
- Legal action where applicable
7. Our Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Integro Management is committed to continually assessing and improving our practices to ensure that we remain vigilant in our efforts to combat modern slavery. We will review this policy and our operations annually and make adjustments as necessary.
8. Approval and Review
This Modern Slavery Policy is approved by the senior leadership of Integro Management and will be reviewed annually to ensure it is up-to-date and effective in preventing modern slavery in our business and supply chain.
Conclusion
Integro Management is fully committed to preventing modern slavery in all its forms. We will continue to take all necessary steps to ensure that our operations and supply chain are free from exploitation, human trafficking, and forced labour. By promoting ethical business practices and transparency, we aim to protect the rights and dignity of everyone involved in our organisation.