Keeping Your Team Safe: Why Lone Worker Protection Is Non-Negotiable
17/12/2025
In the UK, it is estimated that nearly 9 million people are lone workers. Whether they are engineers on a remote utility site, maintenance staff in a school, or warehouse operatives working late shifts, these individuals face unique risks.
Shockingly, despite the scale of the workforce, recent data suggests that 68% of lone workers have not received the right level of protection when they've reported safety issues to the business they work for. At Eemits Communications, we specialise in lone worker safety solutions and we believe that 'safety first' should never be just a slogan—it must be a lived reality.
The Risks of the 'Quiet' Shift
When an employee works without direct supervision or colleagues nearby, the stakes for every incident are higher. A simple trip, a sudden illness, or an encounter with a confrontational member of the public can escalate from a minor issue to a life-threatening emergency if there is no way to call for help.
Under UK Health and Safety legislation, employers have a legal 'duty of care' to manage these risks. Failure to do so doesn't just put lives at risk; it carries the potential for substantial financial penalties and irreparable reputational damage.
Beyond the Mobile Phone
Many businesses assume a standard mobile phone is enough. However, in high-pressure or hazardous environments, mobiles often fall short. They are difficult to use with gloves, rely on inconsistent signal, and require a manual action to raise an alarm—something that isn't always possible in an emergency.
Our TRBOCALL system—a flexible, modular platform—replaces these "best-guess" solutions with robust, digital two-way radio technology designed specifically for the UK’s industrial, educational, and public sectors.
Four Features That Save Lives
To truly protect your team, your communication system needs to be proactive, not just reactive. Here are the core features within our TRBOCALL solution that guarantee peace of mind:
1. Lone Worker Monitoring This function acts as a digital "check-in." The radio sends periodic alerts to the user; if they fail to respond within a set timeframe, an emergency alarm is automatically triggered. It ensures that even if a worker is unable to speak, their silence is heard.
2. Man Down Technology Using integrated accelerometers, this feature detects if a radio has been tilted at an unusual angle or has remained motionless for too long. If a worker falls or is knocked unconscious, the system automatically alerts the control room or team members.
3. GPS & Indoor Location Tracking In an emergency, every second counts. With built-in GPS, dispatchers can pinpoint exactly where a worker is on-site. For large manufacturing plants or petrochemical sites, this eliminates the "search" and moves straight to the "rescue."
4. Emergency Panic Button Standard on our digital devices, the large, easy-to-press emergency button allows a worker to summon help instantly without needing to navigate menus or hold a "Push-to-Talk" (PTT) button.
Tailored for Your Environment
Every business is different. That’s why we work closely with our clients to tailor solutions to their specific needs. From rugged ATEX-certified radios for explosive environments to discreet units for school grounds, we ensure your safety tech fits your workflow.
Safety isn’t about ticking a box; it’s about ensuring that every member of your team gets home safely at the end of every shift.
Ready to upgrade your safety protocols? Don’t wait for an incident to happen. Contact us online, call us on 0800 328 0100 or email info@eemits.co.uk to book a technical demonstration and see TRBOCALL in action.
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I have found the staff highly professional at all times and willing to provide help whenever they can, I would have no hesitation in recommending this company."
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