Why a Personalized Approach to Field Safety Saves Lives

Introduction

Organizations with lone workers in industries such as oil and gas upstream and midstream, environmental services, and public sector entities frequently struggle with outdated, segmented safety programs. Traditional internal methods, such as phone calls, radios, chat apps, and fleet Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)—often leave significant blind spots for employee safety outside their vehicles. Managing safety manually across fragmented departmental silos consumes valuable time and resources. Fully-internal safety programs present hidden costs far exceeding those associated with a professional, outsourced safety monitoring service. What is the best way to approach a solution for work alone field safety ?

Be Safe – Work Alone Monitoring addresses administrative and efficiency challenges by offering an outsourced yet internally integrated, dedicated, Canadian-based safety monitoring solution that delivers immediate, personalized, and highly responsive alert and emergency communication.

Limitations of Traditional, Segmented Safety Programs

Fragmented Approaches

Safety programs segmented by departments often cause inconsistencies, varying compliance, and limited oversight. This fragmentation increases organizational risk and hampers outsourced safety monitoring effectiveness when not managed through a centralized system.

Ineffective Check-In Methods

Traditional work-alone field safety solution check-in methods like phone calls, chat apps, or radios depend heavily on worker memory and reliability. These methods leave dangerous gaps if employees fail to check in during emergencies, incapacitation, or duress.

Fleet Management and ELD Limitations

While fleet management systems and ELDs effectively monitor vehicles, they largely fail to protect employees outside their vehicles. This creates critical blind spots, especially for those operating in the field.

Administrative Overhead

Both manual internal programs and generic outsourced services often require substantial administrative oversight. Safety officers and supervisors become burdened with extensive documentation and monitoring duties, diverting critical attention from core operational tasks.

Risks of Traditional Outsourced Field Safety Monitoring

When managing the safety solution for workers in the field, organizations that outsource to generic third-party providers frequently encounter:

• Response delays and communication breakdowns due to scripted interactions or automated first-contact systems.
• Rigid contractual structures with hidden costs that complicate scalability.
• Limited technological integration capabilities, particularly with specialized communication devices like Garmin and Zoleo.
• Passive customer support that fails to meet customization needs or promptly resolve technical issues.

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The Be Safe Advantage: A Comprehensive, Personalized Approach

Be Safe’s Canadian-based call centre solution directly addresses these pain points by providing a fully integrated, customized, software-driven, and responsive monitoring service. This dedicated, hands-on approach to outsourced safety monitoring sets Be Safe apart from competitors.

Immediate, Intuitive Responses

Be Safe operators proactively manage safety alerts with real-time, personalized communication. Instead of relying on impersonal automated systems, our team delivers quick and effective response during emergencies, and especially before they occur.

Integrated Communication with GPS Devices

Be Safe’s two-way communication integration with GPS devices like Garmin and Zoleo ensures continuous and reliable contact with remote operators. This integration eliminates the communication gaps found with outdated check-in methods or instances of lost connectivity. Be Safe is a partner and reseller for Garmin and Zoleo.

Significant Time and Cost Savings

Outsourcing safety monitoring to Be Safe significantly reduces internal administrative overhead. Safety leaders can refocus on strategic tasks rather than manual monitoring and escalation, yielding a strong return on investment.

Real-Life Impact: Case Study

A lone worker at an energy site inhaled toxic fumes and became disoriented. Having disabled their mobile GPS tracking and missing a scheduled check-in, Be Safe’s personal call-out promptly identified the distress. By leveraging historical location tracking in cooperation with the client, the worker was quickly located, received rapid medical intervention, and returned safely to work within a week.

Work-Alone Safety – Client Validation

“Starland County has been using the Be Safe Working Alone App since October 16, 2022, and we have been extremely happy with the service provided. The integrated call centre operators are top-notch. Missed check-ins are immediately addressed by real people who verify the user’s status. The app is user-friendly, and updates are easy even for our less tech-savvy workers. Be Safe consistently provides excellent, proactive support.”
— Chris Peoples, Health and Safety Officer, Starland County

Field Safety Compliance and Risk Mitigation

Be Safe ensures comprehensive, consistent logs and compliance across multiple jurisdictions—including Canada, the U.S., and the UK. Detailed automated records prepare organizations for audits and significantly reduce organizational liability. With outsourced safety monitoring, there are no significant costs associated with filling gaps in risk, and Be Safe’s inclusive service structure ensures you never have to compromise on worker safety.

Transparent, Flexible Pricing

Our clearly defined pricing starts at a maximum of $29.99 CAD per active user per month, with discounts available for higher usage levels. With no hidden costs or long-term contracts, Be Safe offers complete scalability to match workforce fluctuations.

Conclusion: Establishing Be Safe as Your Optimal Safety Solution

Replacing outdated, fragmented internal safety programs and generic outsourced monitoring centres with Be Safe’s dedicated internal call centre delivers unparalleled worker protection, reduces administrative burden, and enhances regulatory compliance. This personalized approach to outsourced safety monitoring ensures your organization’s lone-worker safety is managed proactively, reliably, and cost-effectively.

For more information on best practices in safety monitoring, check out industry resources such as the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM).

Ready to transform your safety program? Book a demo today or contact our team to see firsthand why Be Safe is the best option for your organization’s lone-worker safety.

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