Lone Worker Protection

This positive and very informative annual became a well established platform for professionals to exchange information, recommendations and codes of practice with reference to all aspects of lone worker protection.

Providing a stage for all the colleagues who share a passion for the protection of lone workers with accurate and updated information, which go far beyond mere theory, some something that really should be allowed.

Why is the issue of lone worker protection so important? A study by the NHS 81% of lone workers are concerned about violence or aggression, and 56% of people in the NHS, local authorities and housing associations have been attacked at least once in their career . Looking over 2.5 million workers in the isolated UK alone, it is essential that we meet our legal obligations and ensure the protection of lone workers and providing a safe work environment.

After a number of events focusing on health and safety, public sector organizations and private sectors have shown great interest in the Conference Lone worker safety and exhibitions, which focuses its attention specifically and directly on the protection of lone workers.

Everyone responsible for the protection of lone workers must include all legal responsibilities. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, management of health and safety at work regulations 1999 and the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 and other laws do not It is illegal for employees to work alone, but they do place responsibility on the employer to ensure it is safe to do so.

Employers are responsible not only for their own employees but also for others who are affected by their activities, such as self-employed and entrepreneurs. However, isolated workers also have a responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves and others affected by their work activities. This includes cooperation with employers to ensure that their legal responsibilities are met.