The Rise Of Personal Safety GPS Devices
In times of increasing uncertainty and remote work, personal safety is paramount. For those who are either isolated, on the move, or work in risk-prone roles or locations, there’s an urgency for extra security. While mobile phones serve a purpose in keeping us connected, sometimes the technology is cumbersome or unreliable. This is where GPS and Bluetooth wireless devices come in.
GPS and Bluetooth technology is continuing to develop and improve at exponential rates. When integrated into personal emergency location devices, the technology can be instrumental in saving lives and protecting those at risk. We explore the advantages of personal GPS devices and instances where they demonstrate the most value.
Advantages of personal emergency location devices
There are a number of personal emergency location devices on the market. However, many of them have similar features and benefits.
They’re compact and portable
Personal tracking devices are small and compact but powerful. Most have been specifically designed to work on the 3G/4G network, be portable and battery operated. This means that personal tracking can provide increased freedom and safety for children, remote workers, the elderly or those with learning difficulties.
They’re discreet
The user can feel secure reaching discreetly for the device, even if they’re feeling in danger or under duress. Most personal safety devices feature user an emergency or SOS button. That way, even if the user is traveling through dangerous areas, they can be confident in the knowledge that help is a click of a button away.
They track in real-time
Real-time tracking helps to monitor the user’s location and transmit data to a central monitoring system. The emergency message is able to provide accurate location data and verify the type of response required.
They have two-way calling
Some devices are advanced enough to be equipped with two-way calling. This capability allows the device to automatically answer, meaning a trained operator can escalate the response required depending on the nature of the call.
They have a long battery life
The use of Bluetooth 5 wireless technology allows the user to keep the device in low power mode. This advantage greatly extends the battery life, ensuring the device can function with long periods of time between charges.
Personal emergency location devices in action
The capabilities and features of personal emergency location devices make them a versatile and necessary tool in a variety of situations and circumstances. At Wilson Security, we’ve employed these devices to help many clients protect their workers and fulfill their roles.
Protect the elderly
We’ve provided clients, such as Retire Australia, with patrols, alarm monitoring and personal emergency location devices.
Retire Australia was searching for a way to provide residents with extra security when they leave the village. Some residents were also in need of extra support if they were deemed at risk of falling in their units. We assisted to provide the right personal emergency device to suit both of these requirements.
These devices can also be utilised by staff when they’re completing home visits within the village and the community. If activated, the device will send an alarm to a control room and operator who is trained to then either call an emergency department or a contact person.
Keep remote workers safe
Volunteer Marine Rescue provides marine search and rescue services to the boating public.
They utilise the personal GPS tracking devices any time a boat is sent out to sea. This is to help ensure it can be tracked and an alarm received in the event anything occurs on the water.
Track high-risk workers
Wilson Security also provides personal emergency location devices to clients who specialise in high-risk environments. The device provides additional support and reassurance if workers find themselves in a threatening situation.
The discreet nature and real-time tracking ability of the devices become invaluable in these situations. Two-way calling capability also ensures that a control room can listen into what’s happening and call for emergency services to support if necessary.
Safeguard those who need it most
At Wilson Security we have the tools and expertise to help you plan for the unexpected, no matter where you or your employees are. Get in touch with us to learn more about the personal emergency location devices available for your workplace.
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