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Working alone in Wisconsin
A starting point for workplace violence prevention guidance.
Authority and scope
Workplace violence prevention guidance
Federal OSHA covers most private-sector workers in Wisconsin; state and local government workers are not covered by federal OSHA. Wisconsin health guidance identifies working alone, isolated locations, public contact and late-night work among situations that can increase workplace violence risk.
This is one starting point for the work described, not a complete list of state or federal requirements. Check which agency and rules apply to the employer and task.
Put the guidance to work
Questions for your plan
What risks do workers face during client visits or isolated shifts, and how can they report concerns and obtain help?
What to review
Consider isolated work, after-hours locations and public contact in a workplace violence assessment. Establish reporting and response procedures suited to the actual work; the state guidance is not a general lone-worker statute.
Some work requires another person on site. Remote monitoring does not replace that requirement or the organization's own assessment, training and emergency procedures.
Explore client visits and public-facing workCheck the current source
Official sources
Sources listed November 4, 2026. Links and requirements can change.
Discuss your work
Talk through your team's plan
Be Safe can explain how check-ins, human monitoring and Emergency Contacts fit your team's work. Your organization remains responsible for determining its requirements and procedures.
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