This course provides essential guidance for staff who work alone, focusing on risk awareness, personal safety, and practical strategies to manage challenging situations safely and confidently.
Understand what constitutes lone working and the associated risks.
Learn how to identify hazards and carry out lone working risk assessments.
Develop awareness of personal safety strategies and situational awareness.
Understand how to manage challenging behaviour and potential conflict situations.
Learn safe practices for home visits, community work, and remote environments.
Gain knowledge of communication protocols and emergency procedures.
Understand the importance of reporting incidents and near misses.
Learn how to use safety equipment, alarms, and tracking systems where applicable.
Develop confidence in decision-making when working independently.
Understand employer and employee responsibilities under health and safety legislation.
This course is suitable for healthcare workers, support staff, community workers, carers, and professionals who work alone in community, residential, or outreach settings.
Duration: 1/2 Day
Mode: In-person training only
Assessment: Scenario-based discussions and written assessment
Participants will receive a Lone Working Certificate upon successful completion of the course.
The certification is valid for 1–2 years (depending on organisational requirements).
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Care Act 2014
Health and Social Care Act 2008
Human Rights Act 1998
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)
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