Tag: Lone Working

Line managers play a key role in ensuring the safety of the lone workers they are responsible for. They must make sure that that policies, procedures, and risk assessments are properly implemented and understood, and should be there to support their workers. Are line managers responsible for writing lone working policies? Lone working policies must […]

As part of December’s Hazard of the Month, Lone Working, we’re highlighting two key areas: Lone Working & Communication Skills. Lone Working Lone workers encounter the same workplace hazards as other workers, but these risks are heightened due to the absence of immediate assistance or support in case something goes wrong. Lone working is generally regarded […]

When you think of risk assessments, the image that comes to mind may be a construction site or a manufacturing warehouse – but the truth is, all workplaces have hazards, and all of these should be assessed accordingly. Keep reading to learn more about common hazards you should be assessing in your workplace. 1. Display […]

The growth of lone working Lone working is growing – but so too are technology solutions aimed at protecting lone employees. At Alpha Inclusion and Communication – a social enterprise supporting people with autism and Asperger’s syndrome – staff typically see the people they manage directly at their homes. Often, the neurodivergent needs of people they […]

Under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, employers must manage the risk to lone workers. Risks that affect lone workers in particular include workplace violence, the effects of stress, and medical conditions or accidents. Keep reading to learn more about how to protect your lone workers. Why are lone workers at risk […]

As part of September’s Hazard of the Month, Display Screen Equipment, we’re highlighting two key areas: Display Screen Equipment and Lone Working. Display Screen Equipment For any workers that use display screen equipment daily, continuously for an hour or longer, and as part of their regular role, employers must undertake a workstation assessment as per the […]

This blog can be delivered to your staff as a Toolbox Talk. If you require a specific Toolbox Talk for your workplace, please feel free to get in touch.  Reason: Mobile workers, and those who work with them, can be exposed to a range of risks. It is important to help prevent incidents while driving, […]

Driving is one of the most dangerous work activities, with numerous potential hazards including, weather, fatigue, other road users, traffic, roadworks, vehicle condition, and lone working risks. If your employees drive as part of their role, this must be accounted for in your health and safety arrangements. Keep reading to learn more about employer responsibilities, […]

Taxi shortage threatens staff safety The professional services sector employs 21.4% of workers in the UK, the highest percentage within any single occupation This includes legal services, of which the UK has one of the largest industries in the world. With a reputation for long days and late working hours, personal safety is an increasing […]

Woodworking businesses targeted on HSE inspections to tackle occupational lung disease Many woodworking businesses are ‘endangering workers’ lives’ by not implementing measures required to prevent or control exposure to wood dust says the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Supported by HSE’s Dust Kills campaign, which provides free advice to businesses and workers on the control […]