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Which of the following locations is considered a remote area for lone working?

  • Office meeting room
  • Break room
  • Steering room (correct)
  • Public area
  • What factor is NOT considered during the risk assessment for lone working?

  • Stress and mental health
  • Duration of work
  • Teamwork skills of the worker (correct)
  • Availability of emergency support
  • Which of the following is classified as high-risk work where lone working is not permitted?

  • Data entry
  • Office cleaning
  • Handling routine paperwork
  • Fumigation (correct)
  • What is a crucial factor for ensuring the safety of a lone worker?

    <p>Access to suitable communication facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding lone working is true?

    <p>Lone working poses greater risks without direct supervision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Lone Working

    • Lone working is defined as any person working alone in a remote location without close supervision.
    • Common remote locations in the marine industry include steering rooms, enclosed spaces, stores, machinery spaces, housekeeping areas, and driver cabs.
    • Lone working carries increased risk due to lack of direct supervision and support if issues arise.

    Factors to Consider

    • Workplace: Assessing the workplace is crucial.
    • Stress and Mental Health: Lone workers' mental well-being should be considered.
    • Medical Suitability: Ensuring the worker is medically fit for the role is vital.
    • Duration of Work: Work duration impacting lone workers should be assessed.
    • Emergency Support: Availability of emergency support needs to be evaluated.
    • First-Aid: Immediate first-aid access in the area is important.
    • Communication: Effective communication methods for quick contact are essential.

    High-Risk Lone Working

    • Certain high-risk work activities prohibit lone working.
    • Confined spaces require a supervisor and a rescue person.
    • Locations near exposed electrical cables are off-limits to lone workers.
    • Diving operations and vehicle transportation of explosives are high-risk activities.
    • Fumigation-related work is also considered high-risk.

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