Saoirse Ronan’s recent appearance on The Graham Norton Show sparked a viral moment that drew attention to an issue many women face daily but rarely talk about – PERSONAL SAFETY. While the conversation touched on using mobile phones for self-defense, Ronan highlighted the safety issues women constantly consider in everyday situations. Her comment, “That’s what girls have to think about all the time,” resonated with the audience. And has since opened a broader conversation about safety in today’s world. As more people embrace the work-from-home (WFH) model, and many find themselves working alone in various job environments. Ronan’s words also serve as a timely reminder about safety.
Lone workers face unique challenges
Lone workers face unique challenges when staying safe while working in isolation. Whether working from home, on the road, or in remote locations, it’s crucial to have systems in place. This is to ensure workers’ safety and wellbeing. Strategies and tools are available to help support lone workers by offering check-ins, emergency alerts, and location tracking, giving employees and employers peace of mind.
With more employees working independently, businesses need to adopt solutions that proactively safeguard their lone workers. Charities are a particular case in point as they often carry out numerous activities with a wide range of employees and volunteers, across many locations, but still need the same level of reassurance. By using the solutions available, employers can implement a clear safety protocol that tracks workers’ status, ensuring they’re not alone in case of an emergency. Potentially preventing dangerous situations from escalating and supporting employees in a timely manner when they require it most.
Making safety a priority fosters a culture of trust and support within an organisation. When workers feel safe, whether at home or on the go, their productivity and overall wellbeing improve. At MyTeamSafe we offer a low-cost, easy-to-use App with features that empower users. Essential for maintaining a safe work environment for everyone, regardless of location.
Returning to the safety issues highlighted by Saoirse Ronan’s candid comments on The Graham Norton Show:
They’ve sparked conversations about safety in all its forms. Her words remind us of the importance of personal safety, both in the workplace and out of it. It’s a critical issue that deserves the attention that it’s recently been getting. Timely reminder indeed that organisations must prioritise their lone workers’ and home workers’ safety. By acknowledging concerns, we can help create a safer, more supportive environment for everyone—whether in the office, remote working, or at the home office.
There are other ways that a mobile phone can be used. The latest Google & Apple devices offer personal family safety features but when you’re considering Worker safety, you need a significantly more flexible, team-centric solution to monitor numerous remote/home workers in a range of scenarios. A lone working app is an ideal solution for employers and organisations!
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