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Work from Home
SOCOTEC

Work from Home

£20.00 £18.00

As more employees transition from traditional office spaces to home workstations, it's crucial to understand the health and safety responsibilities that come with remote work. Whether you work from home occasionally as part of a flexible arrangement or permanently, employers still hold the responsibility to ensure your work environment is safe. 

The 'Homeworking Awareness' course is designed to ensure that employees working from home, either occasionally or permanently, are aware of the hazards and precautions needed to stay safe and healthy. This engaging awareness training programme highlights common hazards and controls necessary for a secure home working environment.

Key Points

  • Experience: Suitable for all levels of employees who work from home.
  • Duration: Approximately 25 – 30 minutes to complete.
  • Assessment: Includes workstation and workplace risk assessment.
  • Teaching Method: Online e-learning module.
  • Training Requirement: No prior experience required; suitable for new and existing homeworkers.


The aim of the Homeworker Awareness course is to ensure that employees working from home are aware of the hazards and precautions they need to take. 

During the Homeworker Awareness course, you will learn about the key aspects of workplace health and safety legislation and how they apply to your home environment. The course will guide you through your responsibilities, from conducting risk assessments to reporting incidents. By the end of the training, you will have a clear understanding of how to maintain a safe and healthy work-from-home setup.


Upon completing this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge required to work from home safely and in compliance with workplace health and safety legislation. You’ll be able to:

  • Identify and Control Hazards: Recognise the potential risks associated with homeworking and know how to mitigate them.
  • Conduct Risk Assessments: Understand how to perform workstation and workplace assessments to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Report Ill-Health and Incidents: Appreciate the importance of reporting any health issues or incidents, ensuring prompt action is taken.
  • Understand Employer and Employee Responsibilities: Gain clarity on the shared responsibilities of employers and employees in maintaining a safe homeworking environment.


This course is ideal for all employees, regardless of their role, who work from home either occasionally or as part of a permanent arrangement. It’s also valuable for managers and supervisors to understand the necessary measures to support their teams in staying safe and compliant while working remotely


This course covers essential aspects of homeworking health and safety, helping participants to identify and manage risks associated with a home office. It includes guidance on setting up a safe and productive workspace, recognising potential hazards, and taking the necessary precautions to mitigate risks.

The course is structured into the following topics:

  • Working from Home Overview: Understand the categories of homeworking, relevant health and safety legislation, and how it applies to your home office.
  • Home Arrangements: Learn about insurance requirements, selecting proper equipment, ensuring data security, and setting up a safe working area.
  • Workplace Hazards: Identify common hazards like fire safety, slips, trips and falls, electrical safety, and cyber security. You'll also learn the correct manual handling techniques.

Booking online Work from Home training for more than 20 people? Enquire below and we will provide you with a quote.