This is the most basic lone worker safety system. It involves simply listing all staff names on a whiteboard and using a tick system to check them in and out. No external provider is needed for this one, just a bit of internal organisation and sharing of diaries.
Cheap and easy
Over simplistic
Reliant on people
Does not comply with BS 8484
This involves pairing lone workers up with a colleague and giving them responsibility to ensure each others' safety. Typically this involves checking in and out with their ‘buddy’. which can be done via call, text or email.
Worker checking in with his 'buddy'
