published on 09/01/2026
Written by editor
Written by editor
With the advent of the COVID-19 in France, telecommuting has become a way of life for many French people. But if we refer to the definition of a lone worker provided by the CNAMTS, we may wonder about the relationship between telecommuting and lone worker protection.
If your employee finds himself alone, out of sight or earshot of other people during his working hours, he may then be considered a lone worker. When it comes to identifying a lone worker, this is the definition to which all industry professionals refer. So, even in the case of telecommuting, as an employer you need to ensure that your employees are in good physical and mental health.
To secure a lone telecommuting worker, the exercise is the same. In fact, a telecommuting employee enjoys the same rights as an employee working in his or her usual work environment. You must carry out a risk assessment for your employee. If telecommuting is not provided for in any charter or formal agreement between you and your employees, then you need to document your approach.
This may enable you to ask them for a sworn statement on their working conditions. This will enable you to ensure that they occupy a comfortable workspace during their working hours. You will also be able to identify the level of risk they face in their telecommuting context within the limits of respect for their privacy.
Many practical solutions exist to secure telecommuting employees: dedicated security PTI device, PTI Application on smartphone and even alert application installable on any laptop.
Use a lone worker protection professional to secure lone employees who need it. Scutum Premium Services offers complete lone worker protection solutions. Choose a DATI adapted to the risks and activity of your lone workers.
According to Santé publique France, French people's mental health has deteriorated considerably since the COVID19-related containment episodes. Sleep problems and, above all, anxiety and depression are on the rise (from +12 to +29 points depending on the age and financial situation of those surveyed).
To reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation among your employees, set up a regular rhythm of meetings. Punctually initiate virtuous rituals during which your employees can discuss and exchange positively.
Be attentive to your telecommuting teams. The situation can change quickly for each of your employees. So don't hesitate to talk privately with an employee if you have any doubts about his or her physical and mental health. According to the French Labor Code, you are responsible for their health during working hours.
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