Modern Slavery Statement for Hedge Trimmer
Hedge Trimmer is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our business and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach and the steps we take to ensure that the manufacture, distribution and sale of our hedge trimmer products meet the highest ethical standards. We operate a zero-tolerance stance toward forced labour, child labour and any form of exploitation. Our commitments apply to all staff, contractors, agents and partners engaged in the provision of components, assembly, logistics and retail.
We maintain a clear zero-tolerance policy that explicitly prohibits any practice that could amount to modern slavery in the sourcing of parts for the hedge-trimmer range. Our policy requires that all suppliers comply with our Supplier Code of Conduct, which mandates fair wages, freedom of movement, voluntary employment and transparent recruitment practices. HEDGE TRIMMER is focused on continuous improvement: we monitor corrective action plans and reserve the right to terminate relationships where violations are not promptly and effectively remedied.
Supplier due diligence forms a cornerstone of our prevention approach. We carry out risk assessments across jurisdictions and product lines, prioritising regions and tiers of supply that are higher risk for exploitation. As part of our procurement processes we require contractual representations and periodic attestations from vendors. We also require evidence of ethical recruitment for migrant workers and verification of working hours and wage records from manufacturing partners producing blades, motors and housings for our hedge trimmer models.
Supplier Audits and Continuous Monitoring
Our supplier audit programme combines announced and unannounced audits, document reviews and on-site inspections. Audits evaluate labour practices, health and safety, recruitment and accommodation. Where risks are identified we implement corrective action plans with clear timelines. Key elements include:- Documentation checks — payroll, timesheets, recruitment contracts;
- Worker interviews — confidential sessions to surface concerns;
- Facility inspections — verifying living conditions for on-site or employer-provided housing.
Reporting Channels and Protection for Whistleblowers
We maintain multiple secure reporting channels so that employees, suppliers and third parties can raise concerns. Reports may be made anonymously and will be investigated promptly and impartially. Our channels include a confidential internal whistleblowing mechanism, escalation to senior compliance officers and a formal incident response team. We emphasise that retaliation will not be tolerated: those who report in good faith are protected and supported. All allegations are logged, risk-assessed and, where necessary, referred to external authorities for joint investigation.
Remediation measures are victim-centred and can include recovery plans, financial restitution, change of employment terms, supplier re-training and termination of contracts where appropriate. We collaborate with NGOs and local experts to ensure survivors receive safe, practical support. Our approach is to combine prevention with meaningful remedies when issues are identified, ensuring that any remediation is documented and lessons learned are integrated into procurement and audit cycles.
Training and capacity building are integral to our compliance framework. Regular training is provided to procurement teams, factory managers and senior leaders on recognising indicators of forced labour and appropriate escalation. We also require that our direct suppliers provide training for their management and workforce. Hedge Trimmer reports annually on progress and findings and updates its policies to reflect emerging risks.
We conduct an annual review of this statement and our related policies to assess effectiveness, identify gaps and set measurable targets for the next year. The review incorporates audit results, incident reports, remediation outcomes and stakeholder engagement. Results of the review inform procurement decisions, supplier prioritisation and resourcing for further due diligence. In the event that new risks emerge, we will adapt controls and increase monitoring to ensure our supply of hedge trimmer products remains free from modern slavery.
By maintaining strong governance, robust supplier audits, secure reporting channels and regular review cycles, Hedge Trimmer seeks to uphold human rights across its operations. We remain committed to continual improvement and to embedding anti-slavery safeguards throughout the life cycle of every hedge trimmer component and finished product.