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Ovoms – Modern Slavery Policy

Ovoms is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold ethical standards, safeguard human rights, and ensure integrity across all areas of our business.

1. Purpose

This policy outlines Ovoms’ commitment to identifying, preventing, and mitigating risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. It sets out the principles, standards, and procedures we follow to ensure compliance with all legislation and ethical business practices.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all Ovoms employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and business partners. It covers every part of our business operations, including sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, installation, and distribution.

3. Our Commitment

  • Zero Tolerance: We operate with a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking.

  • Legal Compliance: We comply fully with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and all related regulations.

  • Continuous Improvement: We continually review and strengthen our processes to combat modern slavery throughout our supply chain.

4. Responsibilities

Management

  • Ensure this policy is communicated, understood, and effectively implemented.

  • Monitor compliance and address any risks or incidents.

Employees

  • Follow this policy and report any concerns or suspicions of unethical labour practices.

Suppliers & Subcontractors

  • Maintain policies and systems that prevent modern slavery.

  • Comply with Ovoms’ standards and contractual requirements relating to ethical labour.

5. Due Diligence

  • Risk Assessment: Regular assessments of our operations and supply chains to identify potential risks.

  • Supplier Audits: Conduct assessments and audits to ensure supplier compliance.

  • Contractual Controls: All supplier agreements include clauses requiring adherence to this Modern Slavery Policy.

6. Training and Awareness

  • Employee Training: Employees receive training to recognise risks and responsibilities relating to modern slavery.

  • Supplier Awareness: We engage suppliers to encourage best practices and raise awareness of modern slavery issues.

7. Reporting and Whistleblowing

  • Reporting Mechanism: We provide a confidential process for employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to report concerns.

  • Whistleblowing

  •  Protection: We guarantee that individuals raising concerns in good faith will face no reprisals.

8. Monitoring and Review

  • Ongoing Monitoring: We regularly review supply chains and internal procedures to ensure compliance.

  • Annual Review: This policy is reviewed annually and updated to reflect legislative changes and industry best practices.

9. Actions Taken

  • Transparency: Ovoms publishes an annual modern slavery statement outlining actions taken to prevent modern slavery.

  • Immediate Remediation: Any identified case of modern slavery or human trafficking triggers immediate investigation and corrective action.

Conclusion

Ovoms remains dedicated to the highest ethical standards. Upholding this Modern Slavery Policy ensures that our operations and global supply chains respect human rights and support the wider effort to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking.