A business example
A warehouse uses a staffing contractor to supply packing workers, while the warehouse team directs daily shifts.
Establishment
Identify the business and premises where the work is performed.
Contractor
Document recruitment, deployment and payment responsibilities in the arrangement.
Evidence review
Check the applicable framework and contractor records against the actual working setup.
What this shows
The contractor's invoice is not the full picture. Operational facts and the relevant law determine how responsibilities are allocated.
What it is often confused with
Calling workers outsourced does not automatically remove responsibilities from the establishment using their work.
What to look at in your business
Map the working arrangement, applicable law and contractor evidence.
Context and further reading
This entry explains the business term. The related guide below provides the next layer of context; any applicable legal test depends on the transaction and relevant period.
Kosha.Services · Updated 2 October 2026