Description
What’s covered
Thousands of people are exposed to situations where they are left alone at work, while visiting the public during business hours, or while working from home every day. Working alone and without the support of co-workers carries a lot of risks including accidents and violence.
This course serves as an introduction to personal safety for lone workers and is appropriate for those who work alone in commercial spaces, as well as for freelancers and home-based workers. It discusses the duties that employers and employees have under the law, some security measures that are frequently used, practical measures you can take to prevent conflict when a lone worker is present, and other factors that can improve lone worker safety.
What you’ll learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the definition of a lone worker
- Demonstrate understanding of risk factors to lone workers, and identify methods of reducing risk
- Recognise the key components of relevant legislation including the responsibilities of employees and
- employers as defined by the Health and Safety at Work Act and associated regulations.
- Define dynamic risk assessments and understand multi-agency collaboration and issues associated with attending remote locations, including travel.
- State where to go for additional training and guidance provided by both internal and external
Modules in this course
| Module Number | Module Name | Pass % Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lone Worker Personal Safety: The Basics | 70 |
| 2 | The Law: Responsibilities | 70 |
| 3 | Assessing the Risks | 70 |
| 4 | Personal Safety Solutions | 70 |
| 5 | Practical Tips to Avoid Conflict | 70 |
| 6 | Reporting and Recording Incidents | 70 |
Want to know more?
Watch the introductory video below to learn more about this course.
Recommended system requirements
- Browser: Up to date web browser
- Video: Up to date video drivers
- Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
- Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
