Opcivilian is committed to ensuring that its staff and any workers it supplies (directly or indirectly) are not subject to behaviour or threats that may amount to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and similar human rights abuses.
This statement is made in accordance with Section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes Opcivilian’s slavery and human trafficking statement 2024.
Opcivilian encourages employees to report concerns about compliance with this statement, without fear of retaliation.
Our Policies
Opcivilian’s policies include an Anti-slavery Policy. This policy sets out the organisation’s stance on modern slavery and explains how employees can identify any instances of this and where they can go for help.
Training
We invest in educating our staff to recognise the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains. Employees are encouraged to report concerns about these risks.
Recruitment and Wage Practices
Opcivilian uses only specified, reputable employment agencies to source labour and verifies the practices of any new agency before accepting workers from that agency.
Human Rights
Opcivilian is committed to respecting and promoting human rights in accordance with the UK Human Rights Act 1998 and the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
1. Commitment to non-discrimination and Fair Treatment
We are committed to providing a work environment that respects the personal dignity of every individual. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment or bullying.
2. Safe and Healthy Working Conditions
We are committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all our employees and to taking adequate steps to prevent accidents and injury.
3. No Child Labour
We adhere strictly to the minimum age provisions of applicable laws and regulations and do not employ child labour.
4. No Forced Labour
We do not use any form of forced labour, including prison, indentured, bonded or slave labour.
5. Privacy
We respect the privacy rights of our employees and we comply with all applicable privacy laws.
6. Implementation and Compliance
We will take appropriate steps to implement and enforce this Human Rights Policy. We will periodically review and update this policy and provide training and support to ensure compliance.