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Suggestion: Some machines should be designated as "Dangerous" and therefore are only to be used if someone else knows you are using them.

Lone Working

Question: If someone was to become incapacitated and someone arrived on site to help, how would they get in?

What is lone working

If you were to have an accident, was unable to move to get help and unlikely to be found for a period of time, you are lone working. Others may be in the space but unaware of your presence, this is still lone working.

How to deal with lone working

You are responsible for your own health and well being at all times. If you are lone working in the space there are a few things you should do to reduce the risk associated with working alone.

• If possible avoid working alone, is there someone you could bring with you? (Whilst still complying with Government Covid-19 guidance)
• Make sure someone is aware of where you are and what time you are expected back
• Ensure you have a mobile phone on you so you can call for help if needed
• Only use equipment on which you have been trained and are comfortable using
• Ensure you are using the equipment properly, with guards in place and PPE worn
• If other members are in the space let them know you are about and what you are up to. Ask them to check up you before they leave.
• If you are using equipment that has potential to cause harm, consider setting up a regular call back with friends or family. i.e. send nominated person a message every 30 minutes, if you miss a message, the friend or family member should then take measure to ensure you are okay.

Dangerous Equipment

• Table Saw
• Bandsaw
• Lathe
• Planer Thicknesser