Risk Assessment Template: Tailored for Fixed-Site Lone Workers

How to use the Lone Worker Risk Assessment?

Users can fill out the form online through an interactive PDF. Similarly, you can print the form and fill by hand. After completing the assessment, you will have a good indication of the risks in that role, and whether your current policies mitigate these risks. Control measures might include:

• Environmental Control Measures: Specific guidelines for maintaining a safe working environment, including lighting, temperature, and noise control.
• Security Protocols: Enhanced security measures for lone workers during off-hours, including access control and surveillance.
• Health and Well-being Support: Strategies for mental health and well-being, recognizing the impact of isolation on psychological health.
• Regular Safety Audits: Scheduled checks to ensure ongoing compliance with safety standards and to identify new hazards.
• Emergency Preparedness: Detailed emergency action plans tailored to the site specifics, including evacuation procedures and first-aid.

FAQs

Is lone working suitable for everyone?

Not all individuals are suitable for lone working. Some employees may have specific vulnerabilities or medical conditions that make lone working unsafe. It is important to consider individual capabilities, health, training, and personal circumstances when determining whether someone is suitable for lone working or if additional support or accommodations are required.

How often should a lone worker risk assessment be reviewed?

The frequency of reviewing lone worker risk assessments may vary based on the nature of the work, associated risks, and any changes in work conditions. It is generally recommended to review and update the assessment at least annually or whenever there are significant changes in work processes, environments, or regulations.

Are lone worker risk assessments a legal requirement?

In many jurisdictions, conducting lone worker risk assessments is a legal requirement. Regulations and standards may vary, but employers are generally obligated to assess and manage the risks associated with lone working to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of their employees.

Centralized visibility of your entire workforce

Why use SafetyIQ?

SafetyIQ’s Lone Worker Module Module transforms traditional solutions into a streamlined, and automated approach, whilst ensuring the safety of your lone workers despite the high risk of isolation.

How do we do this?

Users create a Lone Worker Activity with Check-Ins at scheduled time intervals. There is an optional risk assessment attached to the activity that includes an automated approval process. This calculates the risk score and automatically approves low-risk results and notifies a supervisor for review in high-risk scenarios.

If approved, the user can start their lone work and they are given automatic SMS and email reminders to check-in at predetermined times to confirm their safety. If they fail to check-in, the escalation process is triggered and managers are alerted to respond.

Benefits of an Automated Approval Process:

1. Real-time emergency response: If a check-in is missed or an emergency arises, the system can trigger immediate notifications to designated contacts or a central monitoring station, ensuring timely assistance.
2. Integration with Satelite and GPS technology: With real-time location data available, managers can know the precise location of a lone worker, enabling quick response and accurate dispatch of assistance.
3. Data Collection and Reporting: Digital solutions provide comprehensive data collection and reporting capabilities. They capture relevant information such as check-in records, incidents, response times, and location data. This data can be used for analysis, trend identification, compliance reporting, and continuous improvement of lone worker safety programs.
4. Compliance and Documentation: Digital lone worker solutions help organisations meet regulatory requirements and demonstrate compliance with lone worker safety standards. They provide a robust documentation trail of communication logs, check-in records, incident reports, and response activities. This documentation can be valuable during audits, investigations, or legal proceedings.

Real Results Experienced by Our Customers:

On average, our customers have seen 85.17% productivity improvements.

Sanvik in particular experienced:

• Complete visibility of workers across Sandvik's entire operations
• Over $2500 a month saved by switching to SafetyIQ
• 55 hours a month saved by eliminating manual processes