Common use of Work Shoes Clause in Contracts

Work Shoes. 1. Each covered employee shall be entitled to replacement of his/her work shoes whenever they become unserviceable. This determination shall be made by the Department Director or his/her designee. 2. The maximum amount available for any one pair of shoes shall be $175 unless pre- approval is received from the Department Director based upon job requirements and determination that the employee cannot obtain adequate footwear under $175. Under no circumstances shall the amount exceed $200. 3. The City and AFSCME shall jointly develop and implement a work shoe credit program with a local vendor. 4. Work shoes shall be considered an item of work clothing and part of their personal protective equipment. 5. Work shoes shall meet safety footwear requirements for an employee’s specific work assignment. 6. Specialty work shoes for the Tree Trimmer to be provided by the department if determined to be necessary by the Director.