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Case Studies
Hear how a variety of different organisations overcame their individual challenges with the help of our lone working system.
5 Steps
Don’t know where to start with your lone worker protection? We’ve got you covered with this step by step process to walk you through each stage, from risk assessment to implementation.
What is Lone-Working?
With around 8 million lone workers in the UK, it’s helpful to understand exactly what lone working is, so you can address the risks. This article looks at the definition, but also explains what is meant by an “at-risk” employee, and summarises important legislation that’s in place to protect both them and lone workers.
Lone-Working policy template
Download our lone worker policy template as a first step in building a robust policy.
Blog
Are legal firms doing enough to protect their staff?
Lone workers come in many shapes and sizes, so when thinking about a ‘lone worker’ perhaps you think about a Social Worker or Housing Officer? You might not be picturing lawyers and solicitors, but those working in the legal profession face far more risk than people might expect.
Are the Board Responsible for Lone Worker Protection?
The board of any firm has the legal right to ensure Health and Safety practices within their workplace. With the everchanging legal requirements, this blog discusses ways to create an effective policy.
The 5 biggest risks of lone working and how to mitigate them
Employers hold the main responsibility for protecting the health and safety of lone workers. After extensive research, we identified the 5 biggest risks to lone workers as follows: lack of training, lack of security, health risks, lack of resources and perceived culture.
How to increase the use of lone worker solutions
Lone worker solutions are available to protect both staff and managers. This article highlights the ways in which the usage of these solutions can be increased.
Is microchipping the future of monitoring lone workers?
This blog post looks into the rise in implanted employee microchips and the complications this brings.
Remote working: how to reap the benefits
With more employees working remotely than ever before, this article discusses the steps required to maintain efficiency and safety.