Security expert Moruf Yusuf, popularly known as Ojogbon, has cautioned employers and workers against the dangers of lone working without adequate safety measures, stressing that proper planning and communication can save lives.
The advice is contained in Series #100 of The Secure Mind, his daily security awareness campaign dedicated to promoting practical safety, responsible behaviour and risk prevention.
According to Yusuf, working alone can expose individuals to unnecessary safety and security risks, particularly in environments where immediate assistance may be unavailable during emergencies.
He noted that although some occupations require lone working, such tasks should only be carried out after a thorough risk assessment and the implementation of appropriate safety measures.
Yusuf explained that accidents, medical emergencies, equipment failures and security threats can occur unexpectedly, making regular communication with supervisors or trusted colleagues essential. He urged employers to establish clear lone-working procedures, including routine check-ins, emergency contacts and access to reliable communication devices.
He further emphasized that no financial gain or operational convenience is worth endangering human life, adding that tasks requiring teamwork for safety should never be assigned to a single individual simply to reduce costs or maximize profit.
"Working together strengthens safety, while working alone without proper safeguards increases risk."
Moruf Yusuf is a security expert and public safety advocate committed to promoting security awareness through The Secure Mind series. He is a member of the Association of Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (ANIPR), the International Security Network (MISN), the Chartered Institute of Administration (FCAI), the Institute of Information Management (FIIM) and the Society for Peace Studies and Practice (MSPSP).
He concludes every edition with his signature message:
"Just be good. Reflect. Stay alert."
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