LONE WORKER PROTECTION AT WHAT COST?
Can a lone worker solution actually save you money, asks LONEALERT. Having a lone worker solution also: •
A lone worker solution might feel like a big cost to your business, but is it a price worth paying? When budgets are tight you might well be questioning if it’s something you really need, or something you could do without. It’s only natural you want to protect your bottom line, but should this come at the expense of protecting your people?
The consequences of not protecting your lone workers can be catastrophic for both the wellbeing of your employees and your organisation – it can have a detrimental impact on workplace culture and can lead to tragedy in the form of a workplace accident, injury or fatality.
A lone worker solution is a safe robust system of working that can be used to protect lone workers, mitigate risks and give you and them peace of mind that they have a way to raise an alarm, and get help quickly, in the event of an emergency. Whilst, of course, purchasing and implementing such a solution is a cost to your organisation, the alternatives can be far more costly – financially, operationally, morally and legally.
So, can a lone worker solution actually save you money when you consider this? Yes, 100%.
Implementing a lone worker solution will help reduce or avoid:
• Fines and legal costs – from non-compliance or incidents occurring in the workplace.
• Paying sick pay – for those injured in the workplace or off work due to a work-related illness.
• The cost of replacing staff – when staff don't feel safe at work, employee turnover is higher.
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Increased insurance premiums – when incidents occur, insurance costs increase.
• Lost work or contracts – following a damaged reputation, loss of confidence and loss of trust.
Increases productivity and efficiency – workers who feel safe and engaged are highly motivated, leading to better output, reducing labour costs per project or product.
• Allows for better resource allocation – reduces the reliance on, and potential need for, a "buddy" system
• Helps to win work – customers and suppliers value working with organisations that prioritise health and safety because they recognise the impact this on their people and their work.
So perhaps it’s wise to consider the 'cost' of a lone worker solution a little differently. Investing in a lone worker solution, is just that. It’s an investment in your people and in your organisation. Not a cost.
In fact, all of the above clearly shows that a lone worker solution can actually save you money. That’s because the costs to your business without a lone worker solution in place could be far greater than the cost of buying and implementing a solution.
Here at LONEALERT we’re experts in lone worker safety. And it’s our mission to ensure that lone working staff feel connected no matter where they are in the world, by providing quality lone working solutions that are accessible at all times, technologically advanced and always deliver. For you, as a manager, we also want you to be reassured that your lone workers are protected whilst at work and that you can accurately locate them and send help quickly if the worst was to happen.
If you know you need a lone worker solution but aren’t sure where to start, head to our website or call 0330 999 8484 to speak to one of our team. Ask for our comprehensive Lone Worker Policy Guide to help get you started or our handy Lone Worker Checklist to take you through the five steps of choosing and implementing a lone worker solution. Or simply hit us with your questions. We’re always here to help.
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