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Communicating with lone workers in a safety critical industryDependability is without doubt the number one consideration when choosing a communications system, especially for locations which also have lone workers on site. With health & safety of paramount importance nothing can be left to chance in safety critical industries such as quarrying, highways maintenance and construction.
In order to achieve the high safety levels required there are two factors that should be carefully considered.
Firstly, when looking at the communications hardware don’t underestimate just how much hard work it will need to stand up to. Harsh weather and a tough working environment mean that robust equipment is essential. The most reliable piece of equipment for the job is without doubt a good quality two way radio.
Secondly, there is the vital issue of network coverage. Two way radio provides an excellent method of communication and does not rely upon the mobile phone network coverage unlike some other systems that are available. Due to the very nature of the industry and remoteness of most quarries, mobile network coverage cannot be guaranteed and in many instances will not work at all.
In Touch Ltd of Morecambe, offer two way radios which have an inbuilt lone worker function. Using radio to communicate any potential emergency situation is a far more cost effective solution than landline based systems. At predetermined intervals, the lone worker function on the two way radio emits a continuous tone and if the user does not respond by pressing a button within a set time limit then the radio will transmit an emergency signal to all other radio users. This indicates to the rest of the workforce that the lone worker may be in difficulty and require immediate assistance.
Over the last 20 years, In Touch has proven to be the leading industry expert and is relied upon by the biggest names in construction, quarrying and civil engineering throughout the UK. The company’s short term monthly rental agreements mean that you are not tied in to a lengthy contract and on site surveys are completely free. At the customer’s request, radios are renewed every two years so your system is always at peak performance.
Whatever your lone worker requirements, you can count on In Touch for outstanding reliability, value for money and total confidence in the integrity of your communications.
18 March 2009 |
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