He definitely needs a hide... It does not have to be anything extravagant at all. You can just get a box and cut a suitable hole, flower pots, anything that he can get into and out of easily while remaining concealed...

As far as feeding goes, I simply feed in the tank and my bp has never showed any signs of aggression towards my hand.

Give him some time (a few feedings in) before handling though... let him get settled in and with you changing water regularly he will get used to your scent.