1. Introduction
Palmdoc is committed to ensuring that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation have no place within our business operations or supply chain. We take our responsibilities under the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 seriously and seek to implement measures to identify, prevent, and mitigate modern slavery risks.
2. Scope
This statement applies to all activities of Palmdoc, encompassing our roles as a supplier of medical devices, a key player in the health sector, and a wholesaler. It applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Palmdoc, including employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners. It forms part of our wider ethical and corporate social responsibility commitments.
3. Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery
Palmdoc is dedicated to:
- Conducting business ethically and with integrity in all operations.
- Implementing robust policies and procedures to prevent modern slavery.
- Conducting due diligence on new and existing suppliers to assess and mitigate risks.
- Encouraging transparency in our supply chain and ensuring our partners uphold similar values.
- Collaborating with industry bodies and organisations to combat modern slavery risks.
- Regularly reviewing and improving our internal processes.
4. Supplier Due Diligence
Palmdoc recognises that supply chains can be complex and may carry risks of modern slavery. To mitigate this risk, we:
- Conduct risk assessments of suppliers based on geographical location.
- Require suppliers to complete due diligence questionnaires confirming compliance with the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015.
- Include contractual obligations for suppliers to adhere to ethical business practices, including compliance with anti-slavery and human trafficking laws.
- Conduct audits where necessary to verify compliance and assess working conditions.
- Maintain the right to terminate relationships with suppliers found to be in breach of modern slavery laws.
- Engage with suppliers to ensure they are implementing ethical labour practices.
- Encourage suppliers to implement their own modern slavery policies and provide training to their staff.