Vulnerable workers: protection is key
From working alone to commuting after hours, workers can be vulnerable to threats, aggression and harassment – but training and the right technology can help.
By Naz Dossa, Peoplesafe on 13 May 2024
Lone workers
Lone worker monitoring technology: is it for safety or surveillance?
As businesses make increasing use of safety monitoring to minimise the risks associated with lone working, consideration must be given to the impact on workers. Concerns that safety monitoring measures will be used for performance management purposes may well increase rather than alleviate health and safety risks.
By Hayden Singh, Pinsent Masons on 03 May 2024
Out in the field: why lone worker monitoring is key
People working away from a fixed base out in the field may need to quickly summon assistance in an emergency, but it’s important to choose the right communications and alarm technology for their needs.
By Rebecca Pick, Pick Protection on 26 April 2024
Lone worker technology and video telematics: a powerful combination for driver safety
Video telematics technology fitted to vehicles can now be combined with lone worker alarms so at-work drivers can immediately summon help in the event of problems like collisions, assaults, thefts and medical emergencies.
By Sam Footer, SureCam on 09 November 2023
Abuse of shopworkers is rising: we need to up our game
With Usdaw’s annual survey showing abuse against shopworkers is higher than pre-pandemic levels, it’s vital that government, retail employers, police and the courts work more closely together to make shops safer for staff.
By Paddy Lillis, general secretary of the Usdaw union on 01 May 2023
Keeping utility workers safe: alarm monitoring technology is key
Utility workers out in the field maintaining our electrical and gas supply networks can be at risk of accidents and aggression from the public, making it vital to have the right technology for raising the alarm and identifying their location.
By Rebecca Pick, Founder and CEO, Pick Protection on 01 May 2023
The camera never lies
Body worn cameras are increasingly being issued to staff at risk of violence and aggression, providing both a visible deterrent to potential aggressors and a means of reassurance to vulnerable employees.
By Chris Allcard, Reliance Protect on 01 May 2023
Lone worker monitoring alarms: the latest developments
Smartphone applications are increasingly being used to enable lone workers to raise the alarm in an emergency, and offer many advantages over standalone GPS-based alarm devices.
By Rebecca Pick, Founder and CEO, Pick Protection on 01 May 2022
Lone working: the monitoring options
There are several ways of responding to and monitoring the emergency alerts sent by lone worker personal alarms, including some cost-saving options.
By Rebecca Pick on 19 October 2021
Caught on camera
Body worn cameras can reduce the risk of workers suffering violence and aggression from members of the public, making them an ideal protective tool in environments such as retail and healthcare.
By Alasdair Field, CEO at Reveal on 01 June 2021
