Modern Slavery Statement for Storage Temple
This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Storage Temple in respect of the financial year ending 31 December and sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. Storage Temple is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations relating to modern slavery.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Temple has a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. We are committed to acting with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our own business or in our supply chains.
All staff, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold this commitment. Any form of exploitation is wholly incompatible with our values and our responsibilities as an employer and business partner.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Temple provides storage solutions and associated services. Our supply chains include, but are not limited to, facilities management, security services, cleaning and maintenance, IT and software services, equipment and materials, and professional services. We recognise that certain sectors and regions may carry higher risks of modern slavery and we focus enhanced scrutiny on those areas.
Supplier Standards and Due Diligence
We expect all suppliers and business partners to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. Storage Temple assesses prospective suppliers on their ethical standards, including labour and human rights practices. Where appropriate, we request confirmation of their own modern slavery policies and the steps they take to manage risks within their businesses and supply chains.
Our standard contractual arrangements aim to incorporate obligations regarding compliance with modern slavery laws, respect for human rights, and cooperation with any investigations or audits we undertake in relation to these matters.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
Storage Temple undertakes proportionate supplier audits and monitoring activities to help identify, assess, and address risks of modern slavery. These activities may include desk-based reviews of supplier policies and procedures, assessment of publicly available information, self-assessment questionnaires, and, where necessary and appropriate, on-site reviews.
Where we identify concerns, we work with suppliers to address gaps and improve their practices within a defined timeframe. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to remedy issues that pose a material risk of modern slavery, Storage Temple reserves the right to review, suspend, or terminate the business relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Temple encourages all employees, contractors, and third parties to raise concerns about any suspected instances of modern slavery or human rights abuses connected with our business or supply chains. Concerns can be reported through established internal reporting lines, to line managers, senior management, or through our whistleblowing channels.
We will treat all reports seriously, investigate them as appropriate, and maintain confidentiality as far as reasonably possible. Storage Temple will not tolerate any form of retaliation or detrimental treatment against individuals who raise genuine concerns in good faith, even if they turn out to be mistaken.
Training and Awareness
We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and facilities operations. Training and guidance are provided so that relevant staff understand how to recognise indicators of modern slavery and know how to escalate concerns appropriately.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Storage Temple acknowledges that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. We are committed to continuous improvement in our policies, procedures, and due diligence processes. We periodically review our risk assessments, focusing on higher-risk categories of goods and services and adjusting our approach as needed.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by senior management to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. Where necessary, we will update our policies, strengthen supplier requirements, and enhance training and monitoring activities to better prevent and address modern slavery risks.
By implementing these measures and promoting a culture of integrity and respect for human rights, Storage Temple aims to play an active role in the global effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.
