Posted By holmezy Alex Horrible thought, wearing other peoples old toe-tectors!! Not something I would like to encourage or condone. I'm all for re-cycling but second hand PPE.....no thanks!! Bought a pair of safety shoes for an employee today for £22, which is a small price to pay for piece of mind. Also, there is a clue in the question, ie PERSONAL?? Perhaps you should ask yourself why people dont stay at the company? You've nearly put me off my lunch thinking about cheesy feet in soggy safety boots that are being passed around and , in turn, passing around veruccas, athletes foot, gammy toenails,,,,,, Holmezy ps. if you get the crushed foot, can you send me a copy?

Posted By John_Webster I take it that none of you ever go 10 pin bowling or ice skating etc. !!! :-)

Posted By Stuart Scott Playing devils advocate here but - Have you considered asking staff to sign a contract that states if staff leave with in a set period of time they will be asked to repay the costs of PPE. (They of course get to keep it) You can not charge for PPE up front, if it is required for their job, but I see no reason why you should not be able to recoup the costs if they leave with in a particularly short period of time.(employment law may state otherwise?) Otherwise, in the interests of recycling, I see no reason why good quality, clean, well fitting safety footwear should not be re-used. There must be methods of cleaning the insides and outsides of shoes to remove any possible infections. Replacing insoles would also help. I think a degree of common sense should apply - especially if the PPE is still in good condition.