Connexion2 announces the launch of Identicom mobile
Connexion2 has announced the launch of ‘Identicom® mobile’, a new product that allows a user to access much of the functionality available on the Identicom lone worker device (LWD) but on a Blackberry® smartphone. Identicom mobile is compliant with Section 5.2.1 of BS8484 and is easy to install on a Blackberry® through a simple application download. This enables a user to obtain the necessary help if they become a victim of verbal abuse; attack or they feel their safety could be compromised.
As the manufacturer of the Identicom® LWD, Connexion2 understands that a ‘one size fits all’ solution is not applicable to all organisations. Certain categories of lone worker will only face risk infrequently, which may not necessarily dictate the provision of a dedicated device. In such instances, the suitability of a mobile-based lone worker application becomes apparent, especially when combined with the fact that many UK workers now carry a Blackberry® or other smart-phone device. Identicom mobile affords a lone worker many of the features and benefits of the Identicom LWD but specifically caters for workers who face infrequent social risk. The software utilises the same function terminology as Identicom, such as ‘Amber Alert’ and ‘Red Alert’, providing ease of use across a range of workers who might be using a mix of dedicated and non-
dedicated devices. Identicom mobile also allows the user to automatically open a ‘Red Alert’ through a definable single Blackberry® key for ease of use in the face of verbal abuse or attack, even when the key lock is deployed.
Although Identicom mobile is available as a stand-alone product, it can also be integrated with Connexion2’s new Online Tracking Application. This allows a lone worker to benefit from improved safety and their manager to better facilitate operations through the provision of detailed location tracking data. The online tracking application allows for the creation of definable Geo-fences, the plotting of a users ‘breadcrumb’ trail of movement and direction, and the facility to view a user’s location at ‘street view’ level. Craig Swallow, CEO of Connexion2 commented: “Identicom mobile enables a wider scope of lone workers to benefit from peace of mind knowing that their employer is their taking duty of care seriously and that should the worst happen, they are not alone”. As well as the launch of Identicom mobile and its subsequent availability within SoloProtect, Connexion2 has announced that the current SoloProtect range is to be further expanded with the addition of the t-Series Identicom range – a new variant of Identicom that allows comprehensive location data to be stored
and accessed providing
increased safety and tangible business benefits. t-Series
products also integrate with
Connexion2’s online tracking application. The t-Series Identicom has the same unique identity card form-factor and functionality as the i-Series Identicom range but in addition has the facility to log and store up to 1000 GPS positions thereby allowing comprehensive location and direction data. This a valuable tool to assist the emergency services, should there be a serious incident, as well as supporting a lone worker manager with a mobile workforce.
Now available, both products provide a distinctly new offering to organisations implementing a personnel lone worker safety system.
Connexion2’s well-established and award-winning i-Series Identicom range was launched in 2003. It is the only LWD to achieve ACPO’s (Association of Chief Police Officers) coveted ‘Secured by Design’ status due to its discreet operation facility. Connexion2 is compliant through audit against BS8484.
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Birmingham Royal Ballet turns to Evac+Chair International
Ballet’s Jerwood Centre for the Prevention and Treatment of Dance Injuries, to assist injured dancers descend staircases in the event of an emergency.
The ballet company is based on a complex site which has numerous floors and the evacuation chair has been installed to ensure people who have difficulty or are unable to independently descend staircases, can do so safely in the event of an emergency evacuation.
Evac+Chair International, the country’s leading provider of specialist evacuation chairs, has been chosen by the prestigious Birmingham Royal Ballet to provide additional support for employees and visitors in the event of an emergency evacuation.
In particular, an evacuation chair has been installed at the Birmingham Royal
Building & Facilities Management – June 2010
The chairs were installed following a comprehensive fire and health and safety risk assessment was carried out by the organisation, as Lynn Colledge, human resources director at the Birmingham Royal Ballet, explains: “In order to ensure the safety of all our staff and visitors, we installed Evac+Chairs throughout the premises to make sure we are providing a safe escape route for everyone in the case of an emergency. We have also trained a number of staff in using the evacuation
chairs and regularly carry out refresher courses so we can be confident that, should the need arise, we have the skills and the equipment available to assist in an emergency.”
Paul Colder, head of marketing at Evac+Chair International, comments: “Evac+Chair International is delighted that such a prestigious and unique venue has chosen to install our evacuation chairs. This ensures that systems are in place to provide the safe evacuation of everyone using the facilities, from mobility impaired staff and visitors, to injured dancers at the Jerwood Centre.
“The service does not end once the chairs have been installed – we will continue to work closely with the Birmingham Royal Ballet to maintain equipment and train staff. Tel: 0121 706 6744
Email:
pcolder@evacchair.co.uk www.evacchair.net
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