Dark Nights
As the country’s nights grow longer and darker due to the clocks going back this month, it’s essential for lone workers to prioritise their safety. First2HelpYou ae committed to ensuring…
Choosing The Right Product
In today's dynamic work environment, the safety and well-being of lone workers is always a top priority for First2HelpYou, and we are at the forefront of providing innovative lone worker…
Encouraging Employee Engagement with First2HelpYou Lone Worker Devices
Lone worker devices are essential tools for ensuring the safety and security of employees who work alone or in isolated environments. First2HelpYou, a leading provider of lone worker solutions, offers…
Enjoy a 30-day free trial on one of our lone worker products
At First2HelpYou, we understand that deciding which lone worker product to buy or which provider to choose can be tricky. That is why we offer a full 30-day free trial…
What is a lone worker device, and what does it do?
What is a lone worker? Before we go on to explain what a lone worker device is, let's begin by defining a lone worker. A lone worker is an individual…
First2HelpYou Year End Round Up
We hope all of our customers are enjoying their Christmas breaks and for those who are working, they are staying safe. First2HelpYou will be open over the holiday period to help those customers of ours who are also working but as we approach the New Year, we thought we would have a roundup of 2018.
Lone Worker Alarms : 5 Reasons To Choose an ID Badge Style Device
Lone worker alarms come in various shapes and sizes, but the best ones are simple devices which can be worn multiple ways. Devices like the First2HelpYou KIT device can be worn on a belt clip or one of the most popular options – as an ID badge.
Lone Worker Safety Tips – Our Top Three (Infographic)
Employers have a duty to look after and protect their lone workers, but if you work alone you also have an obligation to help keep yourself safe. Our lone worker safety tips can help with that.
Personal safety is so important and when you are out and about, on your own, there is only so much your employer can do to help keep you away from harm. Having your wits about you and being aware of the hazards at all times is as important as carrying a lone worker device or your employer having a good lone worker policy in place.
Lone Workers in Retail – The Risks
Lone workers in retail are under threat.
Lone working is a scary enough job but some sectors face higher threats, particularly verbal or physical violence. On such sector is retail. Earlier this year, The British Retail Consortium’s (BRC) annual Retail Crime Survey revealed a worrying spike in violence against retail staff, with the number of incidents happening at twice the rate of last year’s survey.
Seasonal Effects on Lone Workers
Lone working can come with its risks, but at different times of the year, there can be certain seasonal effects which accentuate these hazards, or bring new ones. Knowing the Seasonal effects on lone workers can help to keep them safe, happy, and productive.
Lone workers should not be put at a greater risk than other employees, but the nature of their work can mean that frequently they are. While many workers are affected by seasonal changes, especially when it comes to commuting, lone workers may find themselves more exposed, sometimes literally.
Here we look at the potential effects of the changing seasons on lone workers.
