Lone worker application now available on Blackberry

Guardian24, a provider of
lone worker personal safety
solutions, has launched its
software application for
BlackBerry smartphones.

Guardian24 allows users
to log their whereabouts and
daily tasks, send GPS
locations and raise an alert in
a time of need. Should a
worker’s safety be
compromised, they can
summon emergency help
using a panic button on the
smartphone, even if the
keyboard is locked.

Guardian24 creates a “listen
live” function which opens a
communications channel
with security services, giving
up-to-date details about the
user and their location so
appropriate assistance can be
sent.

The issue of how to
protect employees in
vulnerable situations is an
increasing focus for
employers. The recent British
Standard (BS) 8484 Code of
Practice for lone worker
devices with which
Guardian24’s software is
compliant was developed in
response to increasing
demand from industry and
government to promote best
practice in this area.

Geoff Hayter, executive
director, Guardian24 told
HSM: “The current number
of lone workers in the UK is
estimated to be around four
million.”