Overview
Assess Threat Pty Ltd is an Australian-based company that provides terrorism risk assessment and protective security software solutions to clients in Australia, the United Kingdom, and other international markets. Our operations, management, and employees are primarily located in Australia, while some of our services are delivered to overseas clients through our affiliated entities and partners.
Modern slavery, including slavery, forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking, constitutes a serious violation of basic human rights. It denies personal freedoms and is often linked to financial exploitation.
This statement outlines our support of the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) and, where applicable, the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (UK), and our commitment to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for fundamental human rights. We fully support the eradication of all forms of modern slavery and will not tolerate its existence within our operations or supply chains.
This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Assess Threat Pty Ltd, including employees, directors, affiliates, suppliers, and service providers. Senior management is responsible for overseeing compliance with this policy. Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, contract termination, and legal consequences.
Preventing Modern Slavery in Our Business
We conduct appropriate due diligence on all employees, affiliates, and suppliers to ensure transparency in our business relationships. Every employee is provided with a written contract of employment and is paid in accordance with Australian employment legislation and applicable industrial awards. We ensure compliance with all applicable laws concerning wages, working hours, rest breaks, and leave entitlements.
Our procurement and contracting processes include provisions to prevent modern slavery. We assess our supply chain for risks and ensure suppliers meet ethical sourcing standards. Where international suppliers are engaged, we take reasonable steps to confirm their compliance with local and international labour and human rights standards.
Responsibilities and Expectations
Suppliers:
Suppliers must assess their operations and supply chains for modern slavery risks and confirm compliance with legal obligations. Any breach of this policy may result in contract termination and legal action. Our supply chain includes software vendors, technology partners, professional services, and business administration support.
Employees and Workers:
Employees must immediately report any suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains to senior management. Reports made in good faith will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and will not result in any retaliation.
We expect all our suppliers, clients, and affiliates to uphold our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery and human trafficking.
Risk Assessment and Due Diligence:
Given that our business operates within Australia and other jurisdictions with robust labour and compliance frameworks, the risk of modern slavery within our direct workforce is low. However, we recognise the potential risks within our extended and international supply chain, particularly where third-party technology or data services are sourced globally.
Governance
Assess Threat Pty Ltd has developed a structured governance framework to ensure compliance with modern slavery laws and to enhance awareness among employees and suppliers. As part of our ongoing efforts, we have reviewed and updated our policies and procurement processes to reinforce our commitment to ethical business practices. Key measures include:
Introducing and maintaining a dedicated Modern Slavery Policy to outline our responsibilities and expectations.
Reviewing supplier agreements to include contractual obligations, ensuring that all partners align with our commitment to eradicating modern slavery.
Strengthening our internal policies and training to equip employees with the knowledge needed to identify and report modern slavery risks.
Continuous Improvement
We will continue to review and strengthen our policies, monitor our supply chain, assess risks, and implement measures to mitigate any potential risks of modern slavery.
We will update this statement periodically to reflect our progress and evolving best practices.