Are You Safe Working Alone?
A 10-question assessment for remote workers, delivery drivers, night shift workers, and anyone who works alone. Evaluate your safety protocols and emergency readiness.
Working alone — whether from home, on the road, or during a night shift — carries unique risks. If something goes wrong, there may be no one nearby to help. This assessment evaluates your safety protocols, communication plans, and emergency preparedness as a solo worker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as 'working alone'?
Working alone means performing any job task where you're the only person present and you can't be seen or heard by someone who could help in an emergency. This includes remote workers at home, delivery drivers on routes, night security guards, field technicians, maintenance workers, and freelancers working from isolated locations. If help isn't immediately available, you're a lone worker.
Is my employer required to protect lone workers?
In most jurisdictions, yes. OSHA (in the US) and equivalent agencies in other countries require employers to assess and mitigate risks for lone workers. This includes communication plans, check-in procedures, and emergency response protocols. If you're self-employed, the legal obligation falls on you — but the safety need is the same.
How can ImAlive help solo workers?
ImAlive's daily check-in system was designed for exactly this scenario: someone needs to know you're okay, and if you're not, someone needs to be alerted. For solo workers, this means a daily safety confirmation that, if missed, triggers notification to your emergency contacts. It's simple, reliable, and works even in situations where employer-provided solutions fall short.
What industries have the highest risks for lone workers?
Agriculture, construction, delivery and transport, security, healthcare home visits, real estate showings, maintenance and janitorial work, and remote field research all carry elevated risks for solo workers. However, even office-based remote workers face risks because if a medical emergency occurs at home during work hours, colleagues may assume they are simply busy. Any job where you work without someone physically present counts as lone work.
What should I do if I feel unsafe while working alone?
Trust your instincts and remove yourself from the situation if possible. Call your supervisor, a colleague, or emergency services depending on the threat level. Report the incident formally even if it turns out to be a false alarm, because documentation helps establish patterns and improve safety protocols. If your employer does not take your safety concerns seriously, consult your local occupational safety authority about your rights.
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