If an employee purchases required boots themselves, what is the employer's obligation?

When an employee purchases required boots for their job, the employer's obligation typically includes the responsibility to conduct reimbursement for the cost of those boots. This obligation arises from the principle that the employer must provide all necessary equipment and supplies for employees to perform their jobs safely and effectively. If the employer has a policy that allows for employees to purchase specific required items, it is essential for them to reimburse the employee to ensure that the financial burden does not fall solely on the worker.

The other options do not align with the common practices regarding employer obligations concerning safety equipment. Issuing a warning is not relevant to the situation of an employee purchasing necessary equipment, and replacing the boots or organizing a fitting session implies that the employer had prior responsibility or involvement in the purchasing decision, which isn't the case when the employee independently acquires the boots. Therefore, reimbursement stands out as the appropriate response to ensure fairness and compliance with workplace regulations.