The HSE defines a Lone Worker as ''those who work by themselves without close or direct supervision’’ and lists some examples below.
- People working alone in premises
- People who work from home
- People working separately from others
- People working outside normal hours
- Workers involved in construction, plant installation, maintenance and cleaning work, electrical repairs, lift repairs, painting and decorating or vehicle recovery
- Agricultural and forestry workers
- Service workers, eg rent collectors, postal staff, social workers, home helps, doctors, district nurses, pest control workers, drivers, engineers, architects, estate agents, sales representatives and similar professionals visiting domestic and commercial premises
As a Lone Worker you also have a ‘duty of care’ to yourself to keep safe. The Guardian24 Lone Worker Personal Security service allows you to log your whereabouts, daily tasks and raise an alert in a time of need. Should your safety be compromised you can easily summon help by discreetly pressing a dedicated key on your chosen device. In an emergency situation Guardian24 will record live audio and immediately notify nominated respondents or a chosen Alarm Receiving Centre enabling them to assess the situation and respond appropriately.
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