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By Brye Sargent, CSP
Over the last several years, there’s been a shift in the workplace. As companies are evolving to better serve their customers, the number of employees who work by themselves is on the rise. The lone worker has increasingly become a common method for meeting the needs of clients and increasing company sales.
A lone worker is an employee who works by themselves without close or direct supervision. There are a number of dangers associated with this type of work, including the potential for accidents or injuries; violence or aggression, and even theft or other criminal activity. However, the most dangerous aspect is the fact that workers are alone and there is no one else around to help in the event of an accident or emergency. Without timely assistance minor issues have the potential to turn into major incidents.