UK Lone Worker Risk Assessment Checklist
Comprehensive UK lone worker risk assessment checklist.
- Industry: All Industries
- Frequency: Annual/When circumstances change
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Health & Safety Manager
- Total Items: 22
- Compliance: HSWA 1974, MHSWR 1999, HSE INDG73
Work Activities
Task assessment
- All lone working activities identified?
- Tasks safe for one person?
- Equipment safe for lone use?
Workplace/Location
Environment
- Safe access and egress?
- Remote location risks considered?
Violence & Aggression
Personal safety
- Risk of violence assessed?
- Conflict management training provided?
Communication & Monitoring
Contact systems
- Communication system in place?
- Check-in procedures established?
- Panic alarm/lone worker device?
Emergency Procedures
Emergency response
- Emergency procedures communicated?
- Access to first aid?
Machine Guarding & Safety
OSHA 1910 Subpart O machine safety
- Machine guards in place and functional?
- Emergency stop buttons tested?
- Safety light curtains operational?
- Safety interlocks functional?
Chemical & Hazardous Materials
HazCom and chemical safety per OSHA 1910.1200
- SDS sheets available for all chemicals?
- All chemical containers properly labeled?
- Secondary containment in place?
Ergonomics & Workplace Design
Ergonomic risk assessment
- Workstation heights appropriate?
- Lifting aids available where needed?
- Anti-fatigue mats at standing stations?
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Why Use This UK Lone Worker Risk Assessment Checklist?
This uk lone worker risk assessment checklist helps all industries teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for health & safety manager professionals, this checklist covers 22 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: annual/when circumstances change.
Ensures compliance with HSWA 1974, MHSWR 1999, HSE INDG73. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the UK Lone Worker Risk Assessment Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 22 inspection items across 8 sections: Work Activities, Workplace/Location, Violence & Aggression, Communication & Monitoring, Emergency Procedures, Machine Guarding & Safety, Chemical & Hazardous Materials, Ergonomics & Workplace Design. It is designed for all industries operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annual/when circumstances change. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this UK Lone Worker Risk Assessment Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Health & Safety Manager professionals in the all industries industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.