Many people in Ireland work alone or in small teams, often at night or in higher‑risk areas. Lone worker protection helps you look after them with simple safety devices, monitored alerts and clear response steps, so someone is there for them when they need help.
The challenge
Across Ireland, many colleagues work alone. On construction sites, in warehouses, in retail stock rooms, in offices after hours or travelling between sites. If they fall, feel unwell, are near moving machinery or face aggression, there may be no one close by to see it or call for help.
Relying on “give me a ring if there’s a problem” or occasional check‑ins is not always enough. It can be hard to know where a lone worker is, what has happened, or how serious it is.
You need a simple lone worker protection system that can spot possible incidents, show you where the person is, and trigger a clear response - without making their day more complicated.
Our solution
Securitas offers lone worker protection in Ireland through personal safety devices linked to our monitoring centre. Each lone worker carries a small device, worn on a belt, lanyard or in a pocket.
These monitored lone worker devices can:
When the device detects a possible incident, or the worker presses the button, an alert goes to our Security Operating Centre. Our operators see who the person is and where they are, and can speak to them through hands‑free audio.
If there is a problem, we follow a lone worker monitoring service plan agreed with you. This can include calling a supervisor, contacting your on‑call team, or reaching out to emergency services.
This way, lone workers know that someone is watching out for them, and you have a clear, practical way to respond when something happens.
Options
Not every lone worker faces the same level of risk. We design lone worker safety solutions around the work they do and where they do it. Typical options include:
Your lone worker protection system can stand alone or link with other Securitas services, such as remote video monitoring or mobile patrols, to give a fuller picture of what is happening on site.
For your business
Lone worker protection in Ireland is relevant across many sectors:
Construction and temporary sites - Workers near moving plant, working at height or in isolated areas of a site.
Logistics and warehouses - Staff working alone in aisles, loading bays, cold stores or yards.
Retail and hospitality - Colleagues opening or closing stores, working in stock rooms, handling cash or dealing with difficult situations.
Offices and professional services - People working late, visiting clients, or travelling alone between locations.
Industrial sites and utilities - Technicians at plants, pumping stations or remote installations.
We listen to how your people work, when they may be on their own, and what could go wrong. Then we design a lone worker safety solution that fits your sites, your culture and your health and safety duties.
Benefits
Related services
Lone worker protection works best as part of a wider safety and security approach. At Securitas, we can combine personal safety devices, monitoring and on‑site services to build a solution that fits your sites in Ireland. Here are some services that often sit alongside lone worker protection.
Stay connected with what matters most. MySecuritas sends you notifications as soon as alarm events occur, so you’re always kept informed about important situations. You can access reports straight away once they’re ready, meaning you won’t be left waiting for updates. All your security information is in one place, easy to find and available whenever you need it.
Stay informed and in control of your business with comprehensive information about every incident. MySecuritas gives you quick access to detailed reports from all incidents, so you’re always up to date – whether it’s a minor issue or a serious situation. You can easily keep track of important events as they happen, allowing you to focus on what really needs your attention. With MySecuritas, you have the tools you need to make the right decisions quickly and with confidence.
Use the information in MySecuritas to improve how you manage security. The platform provides useful statistics and highlights, helping you spot patterns and see what’s working well. You can also view key trends and identify areas that could be improved. If needed, you can download the data to share with your team. With MySecuritas, you can put what you’ve learned into practice to make your organisation even stronger.
Take charge of your security with the easy-to-use tools in MySecuritas. You can manage your organisation and decide who has access to what, making it simple to stay in control. Many tasks can be handled independently, so you don’t need to wait for assistance. The platform also makes it easy for your team to stay updated and work together. With MySecuritas, you can act quickly and keep everything running smoothly.
FAQs
Here are some of the questions we often hear from businesses in Ireland about lone worker protection. If you do not see your question here, please get in touch and we will be happy to talk it through.
A lone worker protection system is a mix of personal safety devices, monitoring and response procedures designed to help keep people safe when they work alone or in higher‑risk areas. Workers carry a device that can detect certain events or be used to raise an alarm. Alerts go to a monitoring centre, where operators check what is happening and follow agreed steps.
Lone worker safety devices use built‑in sensors to spot events such as falls, impacts, prolonged inactivity or unusual body position. Many also have a clear SOS button the worker can press if they feel unsafe or need help. When an alert is triggered, the device sends information to our monitoring centre, including who the worker is and, depending on the set‑up, where they are.
When an alert arrives, our operators see the worker’s details and location. They usually try to speak to the person through hands‑free audio on the device. If the worker confirms they need help, or does not respond and the situation looks serious, we follow the response plan agreed with you. This may include contacting supervisors, your on‑call team or emergency services.
No. Lone worker protection in Ireland can suit both small and large businesses. If you have even a few people working alone, travelling to clients or handling higher‑risk tasks, a simple lone worker safety solution can make a difference. We tailor the set‑up to your size, budget and way of working.
Yes. We configure devices and monitoring rules based on the type of work, environment and risk level. For example, a worker on a construction site near heavy machinery may need more sensitive detection settings than someone in a low‑risk office role. We work with you to define what makes sense for each group.
For outdoor work, devices can use GPS to provide location information. For indoor environments, other options may be available depending on the site, such as beacons or zone‑based location. We explain what is possible for your sites and choose a method that supports effective response while respecting privacy.
Lone worker protection solutions can support your health and safety duties by giving you a practical way to reduce risk for people who work alone. They can form part of your risk assessments, safety procedures and training, and help show that you have taken reasonable steps to protect staff.
Before devices are used, we provide clear guidance for workers. We explain how the device works, when alerts may be triggered, how to use the SOS button, and what will happen if an alert is raised. This helps them feel comfortable using the system and reduces false alarms.
Costs depend on the number of devices, the type of equipment, the level of monitoring and any extra services you choose, such as mobile response. We start by understanding your needs and then give a clear proposal, so you know what you are paying for and what you can expect.
Yes. Many businesses link lone worker protection with remote video monitoring, alarm monitoring, mobile patrols and access control. This can give a more complete view of what is happening on site and support joined‑up responses when something goes wrong.
If you would like to talk through your lone worker roles, sites and safety challenges, we are here to help. Contact us and we will work with you to find a lone worker protection solution that fits your organisation.
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