Introduction
At CBD Boy and Co, we are committed to ensuring that our business operations and supply chains are free from modern slavery and human trafficking. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we have taken to identify and mitigate the risk of slavery and human trafficking within our organization and supply chains.
Our Business and Supply Chains
CBD Boy and Co operates as a CBD and vape blog, providing information, reviews, and community engagement within the CBD and vaping industry. While our business model primarily involves content creation and community interaction, we recognize the importance of ensuring that our operations and supply chains adhere to ethical and responsible business practices.
Our Policies
CBD Boy and Co has implemented the following policies to address the risk of modern slavery:
Code of Conduct
Our Code of Conduct outlines our commitment to ethical business practices, fair employment, and the prohibition of forced labor.
Supplier Code of Conduct
We communicate our expectations regarding human rights, labor, and environmental standards to our suppliers, and we seek assurance that they comply with these standards.
Due Diligence
We conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers to assess and mitigate the risk of modern slavery within our supply chains.
Risk Assessment and Management
We recognize the importance of identifying and addressing potential risks related to modern slavery. Our risk assessment and management process includes:
Supplier Audits
Periodic audits of suppliers to assess their compliance with our ethical standards and identify any areas of concern.
Training and Awareness
Ongoing training and awareness programs for our staff and suppliers to ensure a clear understanding of modern slavery risks and how to mitigate them.
Whistleblowing Mechanism
A confidential whistleblowing mechanism is in place to encourage the reporting of any concerns related to modern slavery.
Future Steps
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, CBD Boy and Co will:
Review and Update Policies
Regularly review and update our policies to reflect evolving best practices and legal requirements.
Engage Stakeholders
Engage with stakeholders, including suppliers and industry partners, to promote awareness and collaboration in addressing modern slavery risks.
Reporting
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually and published on our website. Any updates or changes will be clearly communicated.
Contact
If you have any questions or concerns related to our approach to modern slavery, please contact us at info@cbdboyandco.co.uk.
Thank you for your commitment to ethical business practices.