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WORKING ALONE at Home
Out of Sight Doesn't Mean Out of Mind
Hazards for
Home-Based
Workers
Working from home doesn't mean that
you're on your own.
Perhaps you perform data entry, or work as a call centre agent.
Maybe you're an IT specialist or project manager. As a home-
based worker you may face unique hazards that you might not
find in a centralized workplace, but that doesn't mean that your
safety is less important. Know the hazards in your environment
and connect with your supervisor to identify controls.
Have a plan – stay connected and never feel alone.
Home-based workers
need a plan for staying
connected. Work with
your supervisor, and
ask these questions:
Have you assessed
your hazards?
How do I report a
concern?
When do I check in?
What do I do in an
emergency?
ACCESS TO
ASSISTANCE
Distractions
Domestic violence
Ergonomics
Slips, trips & falls
Stress
