Modern Slavery Statement
Our commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains.
Last updated: 5 March 2026
Compliance Statement
This statement is made pursuant to the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) and sets out the steps that Disaster Recovery Pty Ltd (ABN: 85 151 794 142), trading as "Disaster Recovery", "NRPG" (National Restoration Partners Guild), and "Restore Assist", has taken and is continuing to take to understand and minimise the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. This statement covers the reporting period ending 30 June 2026.
1. Our Organisation & Structure
Who We Are
Disaster Recovery Pty Ltd is an Australian company operating a digital platform that connects property owners, insurers, and loss assessors with independent restoration and disaster recovery contractors across Australia and New Zealand.
We are headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland, and operate primarily through our online platform at https://disasterrecovery.com.au. Our business activities involve the facilitation of connections between users and independent contractors — we do not directly employ tradespeople or perform restoration work.
Our Supply Chain
Our supply chain includes:
- Technology providers — Cloud hosting, software services, and payment processing (primarily US and EU-based providers)
- Independent contractors — Restoration and disaster recovery contractors who list on our platform (Australia and New Zealand)
- Professional services — Legal, accounting, and consulting services supporting our business operations
- Marketing services — Advertising, content creation, and digital marketing providers
2. Risk Assessment
We have assessed the modern slavery risks in our operations and supply chain. Given the nature of our business as a digital platform, we have identified the following risk areas:
Higher-Risk Areas
- Construction and restoration sector — The building and construction industry is recognised as a higher-risk sector for modern slavery practices, including labour exploitation, underpayment, and unsafe working conditions
- Subcontracting arrangements — Contractors on our platform may use subcontractors, creating deeper supply chain layers that are harder to monitor
- Migrant and temporary workers — The construction sector frequently employs migrant workers who may be more vulnerable to exploitation
Lower-Risk Areas
- Direct employees — Our direct workforce is small and Australia-based, with all employment compliant with the Fair Work Act 2009
- Technology providers — Our major technology providers are large, publicly listed companies with their own modern slavery compliance programmes
- Professional services — Legal and accounting firms we engage are subject to professional regulation and accreditation requirements
3. Actions Taken
We have taken the following actions to address and mitigate the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chain:
Policies & Governance
- Adopted a Modern Slavery Policy that applies to all directors, employees, and contractors
- Incorporated modern slavery clauses into our contractor terms and conditions
- Established a Code of Conduct for all platform participants
Due Diligence
- Contractor verification processes including ABN/NZBN validation and licence checks
- Review of key third-party suppliers' modern slavery statements and policies
- Risk assessment of supply chain partners based on sector, geography, and business model
Training & Awareness
- Modern slavery awareness training for all employees and leadership
- Information resources for contractors on recognising and reporting modern slavery
- Promotion of the Australian Federal Police's human trafficking referral mechanism
Reporting Mechanisms
- Established confidential reporting channels for suspected modern slavery
- Whistleblower protection policy in place for those who report concerns in good faith
- Commitment to investigating all reports promptly and thoroughly
4. Measuring Effectiveness
We are committed to continuously improving our approach to combating modern slavery. We measure the effectiveness of our actions through:
Regular Reviews
Annual review of modern slavery risks and the effectiveness of our response
KPI Tracking
Monitoring the percentage of contractors who have acknowledged our modern slavery policy
Training Completion
Tracking employee completion rates for modern slavery awareness training
Incident Reports
Monitoring and responding to any reports or concerns raised through our reporting channels
5. Future Commitments
We recognise that addressing modern slavery is an ongoing process. In the coming reporting period, we commit to:
Enhancing our contractor onboarding process to include explicit modern slavery risk questions and self-assessment tools
Developing industry-specific guidance for our contractors on identifying and preventing modern slavery in the restoration and construction sectors
Engaging with industry bodies and peer organisations to share best practices and collaborate on sector-wide initiatives
Reviewing and strengthening our grievance mechanisms to ensure accessibility and effectiveness for vulnerable workers
6. Reporting Concerns
If you have any concerns about modern slavery practices related to our operations or supply chain, or if you suspect that modern slavery may be occurring in connection with any contractor on our platform, please contact us. All reports will be treated confidentially and investigated promptly.
Report human trafficking via the AFP's online reporting tool or by contacting Crime Stoppers
Australia's Anti-Slavery Commissioner can be contacted for guidance and reporting
Approval
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the principal governing body of Disaster Recovery Pty Ltd Pty Ltd in accordance with section 13 of the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth).
Signed by:
[Director Name]
Director, Disaster Recovery Pty Ltd
Date:
5 March 2026
Reporting period: 1 July 2025 — 30 June 2026
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