LoneWorkers DUSTIN HOWE LOSS PREVENTION REPRESENTATIVE What is a lone worker? Do you have employees who are considered lone workers? Did you know if you have any lone workers, there are some things you should be doing to ensure their safety? A lone worker is best defined as a worker who: 1. Works alone at a job site in circumstances where assistance would not be readily available. 2. Cannot be seen or heard by anyone else. The main risks associated with lone working include: • Sudden illness or accident • Violence, threats or abuse • Theft or intruders • Driving-related incidents Regular communication between employees and management is essential for the safety and well-being of lone workers. At the bare minimum, managers should be doing physical check-ins, phone calls, texts or radio calls at previously determined intervals. The best way to ensure the wellbeing of your lone worker is through lone worker monitor systems. There is a range of different monitor systems available, from basic alert buttons (Loner Mobile with Loner Duo) to sophisticated safety devices (Blackline Safety G7 Lone Worker Monitor) to phone apps (Stay Safe Lone Worker). Basic Alert Button Loner Mobile with Loner Duo Description and Features These types of monitor systems are limited in function but get the job done. They turn any smartphone into a simple safety monitoring platform. This device easily pairs with your smartphone via Bluetooth. In the event of an emergency, the worker cannot use their phone to access the Loner Mobile app; the Loner Duo has both automatic and manual triggers. This device will automatically contact monitoring personnel of falls and no-motion events. Other monitoring includes: • Simple and Non-Intrusive Safety Monitoring Platform • Bluetooth® Smart Communications with any smartphone • Check-in timer: Configurable intervals (5-180 minutes) • Emergency latch: Release latch to trigger emergency alert • No-motion: Configurable time windows (1-10 minutes) • Emergency alert: slider control within application • Worker check-in: configurable check-in period (1 – 180 min) • Automatic check-in on GPS speed (configurable above 20 km/h) • No-Motion/Fall Detection: Using Internal Accelerometer • Two-Way Voice Calling: Upon Activation – automatically phones specified number • User Notification: Alarm, sound and vibration notifications • Mobile Messaging: Email, Text Messaging • Location Technology: • GPS accuracy: ~5 m (16 ft) outdoors • Wi-Fi accuracy: ~25 m (82 ft) • Mobile network accuracy: ~1500 m (4900 ft) Sophisticated Safety Device Blackline Safety G7 Lone Worker The G7 lone worker monitoring line features built-in two-way messaging, two-way voice calling, and a 20 D R I V E
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