Human Trafficking and Exploitation Policy

Human Trafficking and Exploitation Policy

Last Updated: January 20, 2026

CertifiedBoater is committed to operating its business ethically and responsibly. We have a zero-tolerance policy toward human trafficking, forced labor, child exploitation, or any related criminal activity.

This policy applies to Social Closure LLC, doing business as CertifiedBoater (“CertifiedBoater,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), including our website, online services, employees, contractors, vendors, partners, and users.

1) Our Commitment

CertifiedBoater does not knowingly:

  • Participate in
  • Support
  • Facilitate
  • Benefit from

any form of human trafficking, forced labor, sexual exploitation, child labor, or modern slavery. We expect the same standard of conduct from anyone who works with or uses our services.

2) Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited in connection with CertifiedBoater’s website, services, or business operations:

  • Human trafficking in any form
  • Forced, bonded, or indentured labor
  • Sexual exploitation of adults or minors
  • Child labor or child exploitation
  • Recruitment, transportation, harboring, or receipt of persons through force, fraud, or coercion
  • Use of our platform to facilitate or conceal trafficking-related activity
  • Use of our services for illegal employment, identity misuse, or fraud connected to trafficking

Any such activity may result in immediate termination of access and referral to appropriate authorities.

3) Users and Platform Use

CertifiedBoater’s services are intended solely for lawful educational purposes.

Users may not:

  • Use our platform to communicate, promote, or organize illegal activity
  • Misuse course access, identity information, or certification records
  • Impersonate others or provide false information in a way that facilitates exploitation or abuse

We reserve the right to investigate and take action against any suspected misuse of our services.

4) Employees, Contractors, and Partners

CertifiedBoater expects all employees, contractors, and business partners to:

  • Comply with all applicable human trafficking and labor laws
  • Operate ethically and lawfully
  • Avoid any involvement with trafficking or exploitation

We do not knowingly engage vendors or partners that use forced labor or participate in human trafficking.

5) Reporting Concerns

If you believe that human trafficking, forced labor, or exploitation is occurring in connection with CertifiedBoater’s services or business operations, we encourage you to report it.

Email: info@certifiedboater.com

Subject Line: Human Trafficking Concern

Reports may be made confidentially. We will review reports promptly and take appropriate action, which may include suspension of access, termination of relationships, or reporting to law enforcement.

If you believe someone is in immediate danger, contact local law enforcement or emergency services immediately.

6) Cooperation With Authorities

CertifiedBoater cooperates with law enforcement and governmental authorities as required by law in investigations involving human trafficking or related crimes.

7) Policy Enforcement

Violations of this policy may result in:

  • Immediate termination of accounts or access
  • Termination of contractual relationships
  • Reporting to appropriate authorities
  • Other actions permitted by law

8) Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

9) Contact Us

Questions about this policy may be directed to:
CertifiedBoater (Social Closure LLC)
Email: info@certifiedboater.com