After completing the course, learners will be able to:

• Identify when you’re considered to be lone working
• Describe your lone working responsibilities under the law
• Recognise risks commonly associated with working alone
• Adopt safe practices while lone working
• Spot the signs that suggest you should seek further support

The key messages are delivered through three main topics:

• The introduction topic sets out the definition of lone working, the different types of roles and your employers’ obligations under the law, and your responsibilities as a worker
• The common risks topic makes it really clear exactly what challenges you might face as a lone worker
• The final topic, risk management, you’ll learn how to identify and prepare for adverse situations