Posted By Andy Dear all, A little bit of the usual excellent help and discussion please. How do you convert an ex-contractor (tools, warts an all) into an employee. We are about to employ an ex contractor as a general handyperson. Of course the usual PUWER and training issues come into play but will be slightly different as of course he has his own tried and trusted tools. The realities of buying a new set are not very practical but do I insist anyway? Get his tools assessed? Should I just get the electrical ones tested and then relax, he is a professional after all! Thanks in advance Andy.

Posted By Martyn Hendrie Andy, When your contractor becomes an employee your organisation becomes responsible for the "Work Equipment" (tools)he uses at work. It does not matter significantly whether you provide them or he provides his own as in either event you are allowing them to be 'used at work' therefore you must ensure that they are safe and comply with all legal requirements. I agree with the previous response that check his tools on transfer and then include them in your checking regime.