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A lone worker alarm is a personal safety device that can be used by employees working alone in unsafe conditions. These can include people in social work, delivery drivers, nurses, security officers and factory workers.

Lone workers should feel safe and secure whist at work, as this can lead to improved staff morale and higher productivity levels. Failure to provide this level of support can have severe consequences for a company including poor staff retention and increased sick leave, mental health problems and absenteeism rates.

The use of a lone worker alarm is often necessary to meet an employer’s legal duty of care. This includes ensuring that employees are not exposed to a wide range of hazardous situations, such as accidents or violence.





Dedicated lone worker devices or apps are most commonly used, although mobile apps and fixed panic buttons can also be effective in a range of circumstances. The type of lone worker alarm you need depends on your risk assessment and how serious the incident is likely to be.

Panic button based options are typically carried around on a lanyard and can be easily triggered by the worker in an emergency. sos tracker The most advanced versions of lone worker apps or devices offer additional functionality to help protect lone workers, including man-down and duress alarms.

Check-in & Overtime Alerts

These features are designed to ensure that the employee is protected in an emergency situation whilst allowing them to work safely in their environment. These can include real-time location monitoring, automated check-ins, overtime alerts and hazard reporting as well as safety checklists and forms.