Expo Hire maintains strict ethical standards across all operations. Read our modern slavery hire policy detailing supplier vetting and compliance.
Businesses assessing their supply chain partners require absolute certainty regarding ethical conduct. This statement outlines the modern slavery hire approach and details how Expo Hire prevents exploitation across all operations. We address these critical issues within our direct workforce and throughout our supplier networks. You need a dependable partner for your events, and we uphold strict ethical standards to protect workers and communities.
Expo Hire holds a zero-tolerance position against forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking. As a UK-based event equipment supplier, we recognise our legal obligations under the Modern Slavery Act 2015. This policy applies to all employees, contractors, agents, and business partners. We expect every individual associated with Expo Hire to uphold these principles. Our procurement team respects fundamental human rights, fair treatment, and safe working conditions. Booking furniture hire through our platform means you partner with a company that values ethical sourcing.
Our management team identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks during supplier onboarding. We conduct initial vetting to evaluate potential partners for their adherence to relevant legislation. Contractual agreements require all suppliers to comply with human rights standards. We integrate specific clauses into these contracts, demanding ongoing adherence to fair labour laws. Our procurement staff review existing supplier networks each year to identify high-risk areas. We then implement specific controls to address those vulnerabilities. We foster direct relationships with manufacturers, including those producing our exclusive EventPro® range. This direct contact fosters clear communication and deep knowledge of their operational practices.
We train our procurement, human resources, and operational management staff to spot exploitation indicators. This education builds capacity to recognise and respond to risks without delay. We encourage all employees and business partners to report any concerns regarding worker exploitation. We provide secure channels for confidential reporting and investigate potential breaches at once. We protect individuals who raise genuine concerns in good faith, meaning they face no detriment. If we verify an issue, Expo Hire takes immediate corrective action. This intervention might involve working with the supplier to improve conditions or terminating the relationship.
Your event planning requires dependable, ethical suppliers. We review our modern slavery hire policy each year to reflect changes in legislation and operational practices. These updates underpin our commitment to eradicating exploitation from our supply networks. This ethical foundation supports our entire operation, from our Birmingham head office to our 11 regional depots across England and Wales. We operate the UK's first fully online event hire platform, giving you instant access to commercial-grade equipment. You pay no security deposit, and every order includes a Free Minor Damage Waiver. Prices and live stock levels display directly on the site. Add your required items to the basket and confirm your dates online.