Lone worker alarm systems are an invaluable safety technology tool for workers in high-risk or challenging environments who work alone. A lone worker alert device ensures immediate help can be summoned when seconds count; as well as providing staff with peace of mind that their wellbeing is being considered by their employer and monitored regularly - in many countries this requirement even forms part of occupational health and safety requirements. How to set up Geofence As there are so many features available, selecting an alarm system for lone workers can be daunting. A good place to start when selecting one that will meet your needs is understanding their risks - this will lead you toward alarms with features and functions designed specifically to safeguard them. lone worker panic buttons Some lone workers may be vulnerable to falling or becoming incapacitated, making alarms that provide the option for activating a "Man Down Alarm" (Incapacitation Alert) with one press of a button essential. lone working tracker This will instantly connect them with a highly trained operator who can assess the situation and request help if needed without needing to find and call 911 which can take time and avoid emergency services having to travel directly to them by bypassing call centres with long wait times.A lone worker alarm device may also contain sensors to track user movement, including fall detection or no-movement sensors. If these are activated for any period of time without movement from the user, this could indicate unconsciousness or injury; it can be particularly useful for those who have limited mobility such as epilepsy or heart conditions.Once the lone worker alarm device is pressed, it will instantly notify up to 10 individuals via SMS with GPS location data, such as alarm recipient and their emergency contacts. Furthermore, they can send an emergency voice contact directly to our monitoring centre so that an operator can answer directly - an invaluable feature for those unable to use their mobile phones due to physical or mental disabilities.Make sure that the device can be quickly and easily recharged; some require an external charging pad, while others feature batteries with up to 24 hour run times and can last away from power outlets - perfect for mobile workers requiring 24-hour protection from power outlets. Some lone worker alarm devices even record audio for review of incidents or training purposes - ideal for organisations operating within compliance-sensitive industries like healthcare or finance that rely on accurate data for compliance reasons.