HAZARDOUS AREAS FEATURE
safety devices, which are designed to enable lone workers to swiftly raise the alarm or send for help in the event of an incident or accident. Not all devices are created equal,
however, and it is vital for employers to consider which type of device will provide the best protection for their employees. This may vary from one employee to the next, depending on their role and the environment they are working in. Workers in low- risk environments can benefit from a smartphone app, for example, but this solution can become dangerous in a hazardous environment, due to the risk that a mobile device could create a spark. Employers can still ensure that they
stay connected to lone employees in even the most hazardous environments by looking for a lone worker device that is ‘intrinsically safe’. Intrinsically safe devices are designed to be incapable of releasing sufficient energy to create a spark. This means they are safe to use in explosive hazardous areas. Employers looking to invest in these devices should look for the ATEX rating, as this certifies that the device has undergone the extensive health and
safety verification required in order to certify a product as safe for use in hazardous environments.
Although the safety of the device is
a key consideration, employers should also consider the other features a device provides to make sure they are equipping their workers with the best solution for their needs. They should look for a device that provides optimum location services, for example, as this could make a real difference to their response time in the event of an emergency. Geofencing technology is another useful feature, as it can enable employees to create virtual ‘fences’ within their premises to remind staff to wear certain PPE, or allow managers to see who has entered certain hazardous environments. For those operating in hazardous
environments, health and safety is always front of mind - and by investing in specialist lone worker technology, employers can ensure that their employees’ health and safety remains front of mind, even when they are out of sight.
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