Working Alone – Safety Awareness (Update Available)


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Overview/Description
Lone workers face similar hazards to those who work in teams or alongside coworkers, but because they don't have the benefit of a coworker's presence, should an incident occur, there are scenarios where the lone worker is at a greater risk than his colleagues. This course helps a supervisor or employer to identify the particular risks faced by employees who work alone or in isolation. It outlines OSHA rules on protecting lone workers and it identifies the essential components of an effective safety policy. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focusing on engineering, environment, health and safety, and information technology. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
Employers and supervisors of lone workers

Prerequisites
None

Expected Duration (hours)
0.4

Lesson Objectives

Working Alone – Safety Awareness (Update Available)

  • recognize types of workers that would be considered lone workers
  • identify types of risk associated with working alone
  • recognize employer duties to lone workers under OSHA regulations
  • recognize the components of an effective safety policy for lone workers
  • recognize the elements of an effective plan for identifying and managing risks to lone worker employees
  • Course Number:
    ehs_hsf_a70_sh_enus