Some volunteers may want to work on their own at a site, or on a task. In urban areas, people who work alone at a site sometimes go on to form new volunteer groups by getting their neighbours involved.

Allowing a volunteer to work alone may put that volunteer at greater risk if an accident occurs.

Individual volunteers still need to go through the recruitment and training processes.

Volunteers who work alone need:

• Site planning, specific task lists and clear direction
• Regular contact with the program co-ordinator
• Support from paid staff or contractors (for on-ground work)
• Training
• Health & Safety information
• Insurance

Running The Risk? Booklet This is a practical 4 step guide to assist volunteer involving organisations in identifying their risks and implementing effective strategies for managing those risks. Go to: www.volunteeringaustralia.org and follow the links to Publications.