Introduction to Personal Safety for Lone Workers
Essential personal safety awareness for employees who work alone
About This Course
Every day, thousands of people work alone—whether on business premises, visiting members of the public, travelling between sites, or working from home. Lone working carries specific risks, including accidents, aggression, and personal safety concerns.
This lone worker safety course provides a practical introduction to personal safety for employees who work alone. It helps learners understand their legal responsibilities, assess risks, and take sensible steps to stay safe when working alone in a range of environments.
Key Facts
Lone Worker Personal Safety Basics
Understand what lone working is and why it presents unique safety challenges
Legal Responsibilities
Learn how UK legislation applies to lone working, including employer and employee duties.
Risk Assessment
Identify hazards, assess risks, and understand dynamic risk assessment in real-world situations.
Personal Safety Solutions
Explore practical measures such as communication systems, procedures, and safety planning.
Avoiding Conflict
Learn simple, effective techniques to reduce confrontation and manage difficult situations
Reporting & Recording
Understand the importance of incident reporting and maintaining accurate records
What You'll Learn
- Identify who is classed as a lone worker
- Recognise common lone worker risks and how to reduce them
- Understand employer and employee responsibilities under UK health and safety law
- Carry out dynamic risk assessments in lone working situations
- Identify practical personal safety measures and conflict-avoidance techniques
- Know where to access further support, guidance, and training
Who should take this course
- Anyone who works alone without close supervision, including those based on business premises or visiting members of the public.
- Employees who travel between locations, work remotely, or operate in unfamiliar or isolated environments.
- Those responsible for managing, supporting, or overseeing lone worker safety and compliance.
Why choose SkillFusion?
CPD Approved Professional Training
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Supports onboarding, refreshers, and audits
Mobile-Friendly, Self Paced Online Learning
Learn on any device, anywhere
Clear, Easy-to-Follow Online Training
Straightforward training designed for busy learners
Suitable for Individuals or Bulk Staff Training
Buy for one learner or manage teams
Course Content
Module 1 - Lone Worker Personal Safety – The Basics
Introduces lone working and the core personal safety risks involved.
Module 2: The Law – Responsibilities
Explains employer and employee duties under relevant health and safety legislation
Module 3: Assessing the Risks
Covers hazard identification, risk assessment, and dynamic risk assessments.
Module 4: Personal Safety Solutions
Outlines practical safety measures and control strategies for lone workers.
Module 5: Practical Tips to Avoid Conflict
Provides techniques to reduce confrontation and manage difficult situations.
Module 6: Reporting and Recording Incidents
Explains why reporting incidents is essential and how records should be maintained.
Module 7: Final Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It is suitable for both lone workers and those responsible for managing them.
Yes. The course supports employer duties under UK health and safety legislation and provides recognised evidence of training for audits, inspections, and internal compliance records.
Yes. Most courses include a multiple-choice assessment. You can usually retake the test up to three times at no additional cost.