Common use of Work Boots Clause in Contracts

Work Boots. Boot Allowance: The Employer, on an annual basis, shall reimburse a maximum of one hundred eighty-five ($185) for one pair of steel toed and shanked footwear where safety footwear is a requirement under Workers Compensation Board Statutes. In work areas deemed to be harsh, as determined by the management supervisor and approved, the Employer agrees to reimburse the cost of up to two (2) pairs of safety footwear each at a maximum cost of one hundred eighty- five dollars ($185). In the Utilities work areas, the Employer agrees to provide one (1) pair of rubber safety boots every two (2) years. All requests for re-imbursement must be accompanied by a valid receipt. In the event an Employee spends more than $185 for steel toed and shanked footwear, the amount in excess of $185 will be carried forward and will be reimbursed in the next year to a maximum of $185. In no event will the Employer be required to reimburse an Employee more than $185 annually for a boot allowance.