Lone workers can make up a large percentage of a workforce, particularly in the manufacturing industry. Many workers in factories, plants, and warehouses can find themselves working alone, even if it usually isn't considered part of their normal duties. There can be times where employees may need ...
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Topics:
Manufacturing Industry,
Health and Safety,
Utilities
Protecting lone workers is a key part of any health and safety manager's role. Lone workers are exposed to many additional hazards in the workplace. Identifying these and putting safety systems in place is paramount to preventing accidents or incidents, and ensuring that staff have the ability to ...
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Lone Workers,
Manufacturing Industry,
Health and Safety
Lone workers can make up a significant part of many workforces. They can be found in a number of different industries and sectors, from manufacturing to education. Regardless of the industry in which they work, there is one thing that all lone workers have in common, the need (and the right) to ...
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Topics:
Lone Workers,
Manufacturing Industry,
Health and Safety
Lone worker hazards can be an issue in any environment that requires employees to work alone for any period of time. A safe working environment is key to a happy and productive workforce, but creating one requires thorough planning. Health and safety managers are responsible for the wellbeing of ...
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Topics:
Lone Workers,
Manufacturing Industry,
Health and Safety
Lone worker hazards can be found in many working environments, but COMAH sites are among the most dangerous. Protecting all workers from hazards in such an environment is a major factor in correct health and safety management. Conforming to ATEX regulations in areas that contain hazardous waste is ...
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Topics:
Manufacturing Industry,
ATEX,
COMAH,
Petrochemical
Lone workers can make up a substantial percentage of a workforce that operate in a lab or plant environment. Exposure to hazardous chemicals is an additional concern for those responsible for responding to accidents caused by lone worker hazards. Implementing a solid health and safety plan in this ...
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Topics:
Lone Workers,
Manufacturing Industry,
Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical
Lone worker safety is a key component in the successful operation for a range of businesses. Many businesses owners and safety managers now integrate lone worker safety devices into their health and safety plans. However, ensuring staff are utilising their devices can be a difficult. Any member of ...
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Lone Workers,
Manufacturing Industry,
Health and Safety
