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We’ve always had each of them do an inventory of their personal tools. Their choice of where to leave them. We provided them a “locker” or a cabinet that was theirs to store in and they put their lock on it. If they properly used the alarm and all other safety measures we will replace it if it was on their inventory.

Our guys are responsible to provide any basic tools needed for a maintenance position but they don’t keep them on site. If they do, it’s their responsibility. We do provide larger items or specialty equipment but they do need to maintain an inventory. In the past, we have tried to provide some basic tools but they would sometimes mysteriously walk off site. We’ve found that people are more likely to care for items they’re responsible for versus knowing the company would replace them if lost or stolen. Plus, if you have a disgruntled employee terminated, they then know where everything is kept and can retaliate.

We do not replace personal property. But also do not require them to have their own tools. If they choose to use their own tools and leave them onsite or in their car and they get stolen it’s their responsibility

Many bring small hand tools and particulars they prefer. If stolen, my opinion is that it is the employer that should replace. Without the tools, you have a maintenance tech that is rendered useless - so it is in your interest to keep them equipped.

With that said... Have the tech make a simple inventory. Avoid the techs from bringing expensive tools onsite, those should be purchased by the property anyways. Last, the property should replace broken tools. Trust me, it's worth the few bucks for return loyalty and productivity......

We replace if stolen, we do supply any power tools drills saws and etc. screwdriver pliers wrenches etc. we also provide with a monthly budget for replacement tools