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Whether they’re working at a construction site, managing a hazardous waste dump or performing an inspection of an offshore oil rig, employees who work alone or in isolated environments are exposed to unique risks. These risks may be more difficult to manage when workers are not among a team of colleagues who can support one another, monitor the environment and take preventative action together. Fortunately, today’s technology can help keep these workers safe, while streamlining operations and complying with workplace health and safety regulations.<br /><br />Lone worker safety devices are tools, apps or hardware that allow workers to communicate with managers or a designated team in the event of an emergency situation. Depending on the solution, they can include features such as panic/emergency activation and alerting, GPS location sharing, and periodic well-being check-ins. They can be deployed via smartphones (smartphone apps), handheld satellite devices or standalone communications units.<br /><br />Some devices have a variety of additional features to help address specific hazards, such as a fall detection feature or an automated notification system that sends a pre-recorded message if the user doesn’t respond after a certain period of time. Others have a man down feature that detects if the device user has been motionless for a short period of time, indicating they need assistance.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />For companies with a mobile workforce, lone worker monitoring solutions that enable real-time connection are important. For instance, Blackline Safety’s wearable devices integrate advanced sensors that can detect falls and dangerous gases, sending a signal to the monitoring center to notify staff of potential hazards and provide assistance before an incident occurs.<br /><br />
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Lone worker safety devices safeguard employees when they travel or work alone, reducing the risk of accidents and incidents.<br /><br />Whether you have healthcare representatives, utility workers, field technicians, or park rangers who need to be mobile, the right device will protect them and ensure they’re safe at all times.<br /><br />Voice - Some devices let workers communicate with a response team or manager in an emergency. Others provide a way for workers to send their location, so responders can pinpoint their exact position.<br /><br />Location - Some devices use satellite technology to pinpoint a lone worker’s location, allowing a responder to get their exact coordinates and speed up a rescue. These are important to consider if your workers will be working in remote areas where cell service is spotty or nonexistent.<br /><br />Fall Detection - Many lone workers are at risk of falling or getting injured while working. A lone worker safety device with fall detection will alert a monitoring center when a worker has fallen or is otherwise incapacitated and is not moving.<br /><br />Vehicle Mount - If your lone workers need to be mobile, you can equip them with a vehicle mount that attaches to the vent or windshield of their car. They can then keep the device handy during a shift and easily access it in an emergency.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Buddy Devices - If you have multiple lone workers who need to be monitored, you can get a group of lone worker safety devices that communicate with each other to alert their supervisor in an emergency. These devices can send panic alarms, light and sirens, or phone calls to the monitors.<br /><br />

Revision as of 19:37, 13 April 2024

Lone worker safety devices safeguard employees when they travel or work alone, reducing the risk of accidents and incidents.

Whether you have healthcare representatives, utility workers, field technicians, or park rangers who need to be mobile, the right device will protect them and ensure they’re safe at all times.

Voice - Some devices let workers communicate with a response team or manager in an emergency. Others provide a way for workers to send their location, so responders can pinpoint their exact position.

Location - Some devices use satellite technology to pinpoint a lone worker’s location, allowing a responder to get their exact coordinates and speed up a rescue. These are important to consider if your workers will be working in remote areas where cell service is spotty or nonexistent.

Fall Detection - Many lone workers are at risk of falling or getting injured while working. A lone worker safety device with fall detection will alert a monitoring center when a worker has fallen or is otherwise incapacitated and is not moving.

Vehicle Mount - If your lone workers need to be mobile, you can equip them with a vehicle mount that attaches to the vent or windshield of their car. They can then keep the device handy during a shift and easily access it in an emergency.





Buddy Devices - If you have multiple lone workers who need to be monitored, you can get a group of lone worker safety devices that communicate with each other to alert their supervisor in an emergency. These devices can send panic alarms, light and sirens, or phone calls to the monitors.

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