Corporate and community services and training
Lone working for employees
Course area
Health and safety
Course code
CCHS001
User types
Employees
Course description
Introduction
Many organisations rely on staff who work independently, whether in the community, off-site, or in isolated environments. This training is designed to help you understand how to keep yourself safe, make informed decisions, and follow bestpractice guidance when working alone. You will also be supported to reflect on your own working patterns and identify any risks you may encounter.
Attendees: This training is suitable for:
This training is suitable for any employee whose role involves working without direct supervision, including:
- Staff who carry out lone or joint visits in the community
- Outreach or support workers engaging with clients off-site
- Employees who work in isolated areas, remote locations, or outside normal team environments
Learning outcomes
By the end of training, you will be able to:
- Understand your responsibilities when working independently
- Describe what lone working is and why it matters
- Recognise situations, environments, or tasks that may increase risk
- Apply practical strategies to keep yourself safe
- Follow organisational policies and procedures related to lone working
- Understand the importance of risk assessments and how they protect you
Length of course
1 hour
Session costs
| Membership | Non-membership | |
|---|---|---|
| In-house | POA | POA |
| Online | POA | POA |