Lone workers should not be at more risk than other employees. Every step will be taken to minimise the risks associated with working alone or remotely from the practice base.

One of the issues that has received very little attention in the veterinary profession, in my opinion, is the health and safety of lone workers.

The Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 was implemented in response to European Council Directive 93/104/EC and outlines, on health and safety grounds, the minimum requirements for setting out working time in Ireland.