steel toecap boots

[Jim Glasgow]

Hi everyone i am new to the forum
And would like to ask a question

does anyone know of any funding
For steel toe cap boots?
I work in construction self employed
And recently lost a toe due to ulcers
Beginning because of the boots i have been wearing

I asked at the hospjital and they said
Not to therr knowledge i would have to buy them myself
Only thing is; they cost over £1000 and involves 3 trips to newcastle
Jim glasgow

 

[Mud Island Dweller]

I am not sure how things work in Glasgow Jim but l spoke to my accountant and even things like sticks l can get as a legit business expense as they are a health and safety item for work if that is a help for you?

 

[ElyDave]

Jim,

I'm a health and safety (and envrionment) consultant, and I'm curious here as to why they cost £1000. I get my boots from a local agricultural supplier and normally pay no more than £75.

MID is correct though, that they can either be written off as a cost of business or, if you have a long term employer, they may fund them for you. Under UK H&S Law you cannot be charged for PPE, and if you need any specialist PPE, that is included.

Your case as self employed is different, but I would guess they are a legitimate expense and offset against any profits (keeps your tax down as well)

Cheers

Dave

 

[Alanp35]

Having asked the question at a hospital the £1000 could perhaps be the cost of the hospital providing the boots as a bespoke made to measure.



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[mo1905]

£1000 does seem very excessive for a pair of boots. Many companies do 1/2 sizes and various width fittings which is more or less a custom fit ?

 

[ElyDave]

I would also go with Kevlar toecaps if you can.

Much lighter adn don't set off airport security scanners.

 

[Jim Glasgow]

Thanks everyone for your comments
The reason they seemingly are so expensive is because they are bespoke. And although there are 2 manufacturers in Glasgow of shoes for diabetics. Only Newcastle have a company that do steel toecap boots

The boots I buy cost about ,£65 from a workwear supplier

Although the podiatrist said I should not be wearing them as the steel is to close to my feet and can and has caused rubbing which results in the other toes suffering

I think they are under the impression
Everyone has £1000 plus
Lying around. Although I know it is a catch 2 situation


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