What can be done?

How we keep employees safe

Workplace violence is recognized as an occupational hazard in some industries and environments that, like other safety issues, can be mitigated if employers take appropriate protective measures. This has been seen by the different initiatives and systems introduced over the years in an attempt to increase the safety of Home Care workers. To help keep these lone workers safe and allow employers to monitor their locations, mobile applications have been developed that enhance safety and offer increased protection.

Discreet Options

With Ok Alone activate help alerts discreetly without raising suspicion by either shaking (Android) or multiple taps on the back of an iPhone. For increased safety we support hands-free operations where workers can set up voice commands to get help through Siri and Google Assistant.

Frequent Check-ins

A flexible countdown timer for check-ins can be set by a Monitor to suit the risk level of the work being carried out. A missed check-in will automatically trigger an alarm and escalation to the monitor who can send help.

High-Risk Settings

Nurses can personally specify the length of time before a check-in is due, adapting this safety feature to the specific needs of individual patient visits and situations. A missed check-in will automatically trigger an alarm and escalation to monitors who can send help.

Timed Activity

Home aides can set a timed activity for each individual home visit adding information about their location, patient history or whatever they deem necessary. A missed check-in will automatically trigger an alarm and escalation to the monitor who can send help.

Satellite Communications

Partnering with ZOLEO, Ok Alone offers satellite device connectivity to ensure employee safety for those visiting homes in remote locations without cell coverage.