Posted By NeilM Poyznts-Powell Hilly, I would suggest that a risk assessment is carried out. This should take into account all aspects of the job the guard carries out and the environment in which he works. This should identify any uncontrolled risks and you will then be able to take steps to control them as much as is 'reasonably practicable'. However, from a purely commercial standpoint, over time, an automated barrier may work out cheaper than the guards wages! Further, to this I would take into account the strong possibility that the guard could be classed as a lone worker. Hope this helps. Regards, Neil

Posted By Mark Talbot People have been doing this job for years and there is no requirement to replace him with a barrier yet. His foot was driven over because car and person got too close. A kerbstone [even railway sleeper] segregating pedestrian from vehicle would be far more in keeping with the accident - a barrier would not have prevented this accident in my opinion. Give him a higher surface then the tyre, or a 'wall' to stand behind and the tyre and foot will not meet again, but he will be able to interact with the driver through the window. Lone working may apply at certain times of the day, but it is not a big deal to cope with. Refer to www.hse.gov.uk Regards Mark