In recent years the traditional workplace has changed beyond recognition, influenced largely by technology and the automisation of services which have extended workplaces far beyond the boundary walls of the office. Increasing property prices coupled with the economic downturn of recent years have caused many organisations to downsize on office space. Globalisation has also had its part to play as workforces become more mobile, setting up satellite operations around the world to capitalise on new growth opportunities.
All of these factors have created solitary working conditions which had previously not existed yet many employers are yet to recognise the additional safety and security issues which have consequently arisen and which are now leaving their lone workers vulnerable to an enhanced level of risk. But assessing the risk is not always straight forward. Many organisations struggle with the challenges posed by overseas worksites, making risk assessment logistically difficult and costly.
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However legislation now dictates that an employer has a duty of responsibility to support and manage a safe work environment for its solitary workers. This extends to assessing the risks posed to solitary workers in such environments and taking steps to avoid and control such risks where necessary. Supporting and protecting your solitary workers will in turn minimise the risk to your business from litigation and reputational risk. By attending this conference, delegates will be able to hear the latest advice and best practice on assessing the risks posed to lone workers and supporting their needs to create a safe work environment.
Delegates can evaluate whether their existing policies and procedures accurately reflect the work that their organisation carries out in practice and whether they would be sufficiently robust to protect them in court. Delegates can also learn about the latest developments in technology for lone worker protection which will empower them to make informed decisions regarding how they fulfil their practical, ethical and legal obligations towards ensuring the safety of their lone workers.
Who should attend?
Anyone responsible for ensuring a safe work environment for solitary workers including;
• Health & safety professionals
• Security professionals
• Human resources
• Occupational health
• Risk management & insurance
• Lone workers and those who manage them
• Legal
• Unions, safety representatives & stewards
