[steve123]

As an employer does anyone know what I would need to do/provide to keep within the law?

For instance, do I need to provide work boots, gloves and clothing of any kind?

Also do I need to have documentation outlining working practices, health and safety issues and all that sort of thing?
I am sure there must be some rules and regulations specific to what I would need to do but who do I speak to?

It seems like a real minefield.

[R W C™]

Have you got a accountant, spoke too mine today regarding employing,

[steve123]

Have you got a accountant, spoke too mine today regarding employing,

Yes but that side of things is not an issue, payroll, insurance and that stuff are ok. Its stuff like health and saftey that I am not sure about.
Do I need to provide a first aid kit in the van, do I need a written statement telling them how to unwind the hose reel and put up a pole?
Should they always wear high viz vest and saftey boots and do I need to supply them?
All that kind of stuff is what I find confusing, The govenment wants all boxes ticked and if I get it wrong and an employee had some kind of accident I could be taken for everything.

[simon w]

This link should pretty much provide you with all the info you need.

Not too much hassle or red tape if your only thinking of taking on the one employee, just make sure you find the right W/C pay him a fair wage and look after his welfare and you shouldn't have much trouble 

www.businesslink.co.uk

Hope this helps