Advice on health and safety for lone workers – i.e. those who work by themselves without close or direct supervision
Risks for lone workers
People who work alone – whether on a regular, permanent or occasional basis – can be more at risk from assault and accidents than other groups of workers.
The changing face of healthcare has altered the way physiotherapy services are provided, with the result being that more CSP members are likely to be a ‘lone worker’ at some point in their career.
The following resources contain useful information for members on lone working.
- NHS Employers guidance for staff who work alone
- Health and Safety Executive guidance on violence in health and social care
- NHS England violence prevention standards
- Acas guidance on working from home and hybrid working
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