The Costs of a Lone Worker Alarm
Lone worker alarm provides the peace of mind for remote workers to signal for help and is often a legal obligation for many industries. For some, it is even a lifeline to avoid dangerous situations or medical emergencies that could be potentially fatal if not dealt with quickly enough.
There are many lone worker alarm solutions on the market, each with their own costs. Some have a one-off purchase/set up cost while others may carry connectivity costs, ongoing licence payments or monthly user fees. To ensure that your lone workers have the best value for money, it’s important to understand all of the costs involved with each system.
wearable personal safety device Whether in an office environment or in an industrial setting, lone workers are exposed to various risks, some of which they are not aware of. The risk of an incident occurring is much higher than most people would think, especially if they are working alone. This is because what might seem like a minor incident to those in a crowded office could quickly escalate into a life-threatening situation or medical emergency for someone working by themselves.
The lone worker alarm can be triggered manually by pressing the panic button found on some devices or automatically by an event-triggered 'Man Down' alert which can be deployed via the device if it senses tilt, lack of movement or impact. This is a crucial feature for those who work with machinery or in hazardous environments where they are at greater risk of injury.
Other useful features include two-way communication and GPS tracking. This allows the device to send a text message with its precise location to the carer network and can be accompanied by audio which can be used for a live voice call, listen in or emergency services dispatch if required.
A lone worker alarm can also be programmed to automatically send a ‘Check-in’ alert every hour if it isn’t triggered manually, providing peace of mind for supervisors and managers knowing that their team is safe. Many lone worker alarms also come with Life Check Mode which is a configurable feature that sends the device into a pre-alarm phase if it doesn’t receive an alert from the user within a set time frame.
Another useful feature that many lone worker alarms have is the ability to track who has responded to an alert. This means that if an employee raises an alarm, the command portal and 24/7 response team can see who responded and can then follow up with the worker if needed. This is a helpful feature for organisations who want to manage their lone worker safety systems with the same control room. The ConnectMe management portal can be accessed on desktop, mobile or tablet and is simple to use so that everyone has access to the information they need.
