The Benefits of Using the I.M. OK Work Alone App
Lone workers face more risks than any other workforce, given their work's isolated nature and hazards. Therefore, organizations that employ lone workers must provide those workers with the necessary tools and knowledge to work safely.
A lone worker policy is an effective way to ensure that your staff are aware of your organization's work alone rules and the workplace hazards that could be encountered on the job. It's a valuable tool that ensures employers and employees know the risks involved.
Your company's lone worker monitoring solution should be equally effective. Depending on the solution being used, it can significantly impact your day-to-day operations and administrative management of the program.
Your lone worker solution should complement your policy, improve safety operations and program management, increasing communication and engagement with your lone or remote employees.
Live Agent or App-Based Lone Worker Monitoring?
Sometimes, a live-agent solution is an efficient system to manage your series of safety protocols and practices that protect your lone workers. This may be limited to agent-assisted check-ins through phone, radio, text, or email.
A live-agent working alone monitoring solution should provide the minimum benefits:
Less stress on operational staff and increased productivity
The program can be implemented immediately with little training
Greater interpersonal engagement with remote workers
Complies with local safety laws and due diligence with the employer
Peace of mind
In most cases, though, lone worker solutions are app-based, allowing companies to observe their employees' safety more efficiently and respond more effectively. Typically, a mobile solution like Intercon's I.M OK mobile safety app eliminates unnecessary phone calls, and the continuous real-time tracking feature provides precise and accurate locating if an employee needs assistance.
A mobile app-based lone worker solution should include the following minimum features:
Web-based monitoring and mapping tools
Compatible satellite devices
Panic emergency button
GPS location
Automated check-in
What are the benefits of an app-based lone worker safety system?
An app-based lone worker safety solution leverages GPS technology and a live-agent monitoring approach to protect lone workers and produce a much safer system.
Ease of use
The usability of your app-based solution is crucial as, during times of need, the lone worker and responders must be able to access the tool and system quickly to signal an emergency or call for help.
Mobile Integration
While some lone worker solutions may require specific, stand-alone devices, some, like the I.M. OK mobile safety app, can be easily integrated with any smartphone or tablet.
Devices for Poor Cellular Connection
Solutions like our mobile safety app are compatible with GPS satellite devices such as Garmin or Globalstar SPOT devices. This is particularly important with lone workers in remote, isolated locations.
Return on Investment
When looking at the cost of your mobile working alone solution, it is key to focus on the return on investment and the benefits it brings to your employees and the organization.
Up front, the cost may include an activation fee, a monthly monitoring fee, and sometimes the addition of a GPS satellite device, but behind the scenes, the return on investment is found in the simplicity of onboarding, ease of use, as well as time and administrative savings.
A lone worker system doesn't have to be complicated or expensive to be effective. It only requires some research and planning to find the best lone worker solution for your safety needs. A mobile safety app should allow you to strike a balance between mitigating risks and program management.
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Adopting a lone worker solution such as Intercon Messaging’s I.M. OK mobile safety app supports the safety of your employees and makes it easy to integrate within your team and day-to-day operations effectively.
