How Can Feelings of Safety Be Improved?

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How Can Feelings of Safety Be Improved?

Lone worker technology

Over the last five years, lone worker technology has evolved at a considerable pace, transforming how employers proactively protect their people across every aspect of their working life. Devices and apps are now a core part of many employers’ safety management strategies, offering a level of reassurance and response that traditional measures alone can’t provide.

Products can range from easy check-in systems and duress devices to no-movement sensors in smartwatches and location monitoring tools, offering a wide range of solutions with clear benefits.

A key driver of this shift has been the increased reliability of app-based solutions. New developments in connectivity, such as satellite phone technologies that allow devices to roam across multiple networks, mean alarms can now be raised even in areas that previously suffered from mobile black spots.

This wider network coverage provides reassurance for employees working remotely or in areas with poor coverage, ensuring they can always call for help when needed.

Modern safety technology continues to strengthen how employers protect lone and mobile workers. GPS tracking, real-time journey monitoring, and scheduled welfare checks add an extra layer of security during commutes or business travel, helping organisations meet their duty of care and giving employees greater peace of mind.

Technology is also simpler to use and manage.

APIs now link safety platforms directly with HR and workforce management systems, removing the need for manual updates or separate logins.
These integrations ensure that every worker is automatically covered without adding administrative effort.

Confidence in these tools spans generations — 75% of both younger (18–29) and older (65–75) employees say they feel safer using lone worker technology. However, 15% of workers still don’t know what this technology is, revealing an opportunity for employers to improve awareness and access.

By investing in these solutions, companies can reduce risk, strengthen their safety culture, and reassure employees that help is always within reach.

45% said that having a lone worker device or app on their person while working makes them feel safer

15% of the sample were unaware what lone worker technology is

How Lone Worker Technology Works

With many still unaware of what lone worker technology is, seeing how these solutions work in practice can help bridge this awareness gap and demonstrate the tangible benefits they provide to both employers and employees.

OK Alone's world wide service uses advanced technology, including SOS alarms, check-in systems, worker down detection and location monitoring, all backed by our 24/7 Safety Monitoring Centre (SMC).

By integrating seamlessly into existing operations, it gives employees the peace of mind that help is always within reach, wherever and whenever they need it.

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