According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), a lone worker is someone who
“works by themselves without close or direct supervision”
This doesn’t mean that lone workers are not part of a team. They may be a part of a team but work independently, remotely, or in situations where they may not have immediate access to assistance or support. Someone is also considered a lone worker even if they only work alone for part of the day.
Lone workers can be found in various industries, such as construction, healthcare, transportation, field service, and even office settings, where they might work outside of regular office hours or in solitary environments.
