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title: "Safety for lone workers | uvex lone worker protection"
url: "https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/uvex-lone-worker"
description: Anyone who works out of sight and earshot of other people is considered to be working alone and is therefore exposed to a particular level of risk. Provide individual protection for your lone workers with the uvex lone worker protection system
date: 2025-03-26
modified: 2026-04-29
locale: en_GB
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# Safety for lone workers | uvex lone worker protection
uvex lone worker protection
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The smart system for individual protection of lone workers
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Anyone who works **out of sight and earshot of other people** is considered to be **working alone** and is therefore exposed to a particular level of **risk**: Accidents, falls, attacks by third parties and similar incidents may not be noticed until too late.
To ensure that lone workers can **get help quickly** in these cases, we have developed the **uvex lone worker protection system**: Lone workers can be equipped with various, individually configurable devices and tools that allow **emergency signals** to be transmitted manually or automatically and received directly by a **24/7 emergency call centre**, by your **internal staff** or **automatically via the devices**. Our web-based **SOS portal** supports the subsequent rescue operation with a pre-defined **emergency plan**.
**Discover the possibilities of uvex lone worker protection.**
> 8.5 million
**Lone workers**
In Germany, there are currently more than 8.5 million lone workers or lone-working workplaces.
-10%
**Chance of survival per minute**
In cases of cardiovascular failure, the chance of survival is reduced by 10% per minute.
< 15 min.
**Legal basis**
Companies must take no more than 15 minutes to provide their lone workers with first aid.
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### The uvex lone worker products in detail
Depending on the requirements of individuals working alone, uvex lone worker protection offers **various devices** that allow **emergency signals to be transmitted manually or automatically**. Find the right hardware for your lone workers here:
### Smart insock: uvex smart sole
Automatic alarm (independent of human control) If the smart sole is in an **angled position** for several seconds, for example if there is **no movement after a fall**, an alarm is transmitted to the control centre. Before the alarm is triggered, the **smart sole vibrates** to indicate that an alarm is imminent. To avoid a **false alarm**, the alarm can be easily interrupted by moving your feet.
Voluntary alarm (dependent on human control) In addition to the automatic alarm function, the smart sole also offers the option to **deliberately trigger an alarm**: To do this, simply **tap your heels together** three times. This function is suitable for **hazardous situations** in which lone workers are still conscious and able to act.
Safety and comfort The microperforated sole ensures **optimal air circulation** and is **ESD capable**. The **electronics are embedded in epoxy resin** to protect the mobile radio and sensor components so that the smart sole functions **reliably even under extreme conditions**. Combined with uvex shoes, it meets the **PPE certification**requirements.
Indoor/outdoor location finding To ensure that the person who is injured or in danger can be found quickly, the smart sole offers a GPS **locator option** for outdoor areas. Our optional Bluetooth beacons provide support for location finding in indoor areas. Our optional **Bluetooth beacons** are required for location finding in **indoor areas**.
Independent connectivity The smart sole features an **integrated eSIM** that enables independent **LTE-M mobile radio connection**, allowing it to be used without any additional devices.
Simple to use Put the smart sole in your shoes — done. **No installation** or additional equipment is needed to use the smart insock. The insock is **charged wirelessly**, and switch-on and standby mode are controlled automatically.
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### Mobile emergency signal device: uvex pager
DGUV compliant The pager can be used for lone worker protection in accordance with **DGUV Rule 112-139** when set to the appropriate operating mode.
In line with **DIN VDE V 0825-11**, this includes a functional test of the device, and the required response times are met.
Automatic alarm (independent of human control) If the pager is in an **abnormal work position** for several seconds, for example if there is **no movement**, an alarm is transmitted to the control centre. Before the alarm is triggered, the pager emits an **acoustic pre-alarm** (95 dB-A). To avoid a false alarm, transmission of the emergency signal can be easily prevented at this point by pressing a button.
Voluntary alarm (dependent on human control) In addition to the automatic alarm function, an alarm (95 dB-A) can be actively triggered by pressing the **red alarm button** in the event of a **hazardous situation**.
Indoor/outdoor location finding To ensure that the person who is injured or in danger can be **found quickly**, the pager offers a **GPS locator option** for outdoor areas. Our optional **Bluetooth beacons** are required for location finding in **indoor areas**.
Independent connectivity The pager features an integrated **eSIM card**, allowing it to be used without any additional devices. Thanks to the **remote lifecheck function**, the pager is also suitable for use in areas with **little or no mobile network reception**.
Simple to use **No complicated installation** or additional equipment is needed to use the pager. The **compact pager** can simply be worn on the body of the lone worker, for example on their belt, making it comfortable to wear. In addition, the pager has an **IP67 protection rating** and is therefore **rugged, dust-tight and waterproof**. Its simple operation means that a single device can be easily **shared between several lone workers**, for example across shifts.
Matching accessories A large matching **charging station**, a high-quality **leather belt pouch** and a **practical belt clip** are available separately.
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### uvex SOS mobile app
Available free of charge **No special hardware** is needed to use the app. The app is **available free of charge via the Play or App Store** and can be installed on all smartphones with an Android or IOS operating system. The smartphone can simply be worn on the body of the lone worker and can be used as normal. This makes the solution comfortable to wear in a way that the worker is already be used to.
DGUV certified The app holds a DGUV Test GS certificate in accordance with **DIN VDE V 0825-11**, which confirms compliance with the standard and conformity with **DGUV Rule 112-139**.
Automatic alarm (independent of human control) **If the smartphone** is **in an abnormal work position** for several seconds, for example if there is no movement, an **alarm is transmitted to the control centre**. Before the alarm is triggered, the smartphone emits an **acoustic pre-alarm** to indicate that an alarm is imminent. To avoid a false alarm, the alarm can be **cancelled** by **pressing a button**.
Voluntary alarm (dependent on human control) In addition to the automatic alarm function, an alarm can be actively triggered by pressing a **button in the app** or the **emergency button on the smartphone** (rugged phone) in the event of a **hazardous situation**.
Indoor/outdoor location finding To ensure that the person who is injured or in danger can be **found quickly** in an emergency, a **GPS locator option is available for outdoor areas**. For **indoor areas**, **Bluetooth beacons** are used for location finding in the event of an alarm. This saves valuable time when initiating rescue operations.
Other applications The smartphones on which the app is installed can be used for other applications, such as telephone calls and emails. By installing the **uvex SOS mobile app**, **existing end devices** are transformed into **tools for protecting lone workers** within just a few minutes.
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### Optional indoor location finding: uvex SOS beacons
If, for safety purposes, you need to be able to **locate lone workers in indoor areas too** (indoor location finding), you will need our **optional Bluetooth beacons**. The Bluetooth beacons are attached at **strategic points in the building** and marked on a site plan. Our partner Fürst installs and configures the Bluetooth beacons at cost.
- Bluetooth connection to all lone-worker devices
- Battery or mains operation
- Explosion protected
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### Service portfolio
For reliable emergency alerting, we offer you three clearly structured service packages that are based on your **individual requirements**. Depending on the service packages, **alarm and device management** is carried out by the 24/7 control center, your internal staff or automatically via the devices. All service models include **indoor localization** in the event of an alarm, which can optionally be extended by **Bluetooth beacons**.
### Individual service package for your alarm requirements
24/7 emergency control center by **Fürst Sicherheit**
- Complete alarm and device management
- Indoor localization
### TotalGuard
SOS Portal of the **customer**
- Active alarm processing by our own staff
- Indoor localization
### Active
**Device-to-device** Alerting
- Automatic alerting between devices
- Indoor localization
### Lite
How does uvex lone worker protection work?
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### Select suitable hardware
Choose a **personal emergency signal device**. The [Pager](#c485301) and the [uvex smart sole](#c485242) are delivered with an **M2M SIM card** as standard, the cost of which is included in the basic service package. Alternatively, you can purchase a special **PESD smartphone** (available directly from the manufacturer), which we can then integrate into our SOS platform. If you don't want to purchase an extra device, you can also use the [uvex SOS mobile app](#c485302) to turn your standard smartphone into your personal emergency signal device.
[Our products in detail](#c485241)
### Define the emergency call trigger
Depending on the device and your **individual requirements**, you can specify how an **emergency call** will be triggered. Either **manual pressing** of the emergency call button or **automatic fall or dead man detection** can be selected for this purpose. **Periodic monitoring** can be individually adapted to the requirements of the lone worker.
### Alarm input in case of emergency
The emergency call is received and processed by the **Emergency Call & Alarm Processing system**, by your **internal staff** or automatically via the devices. At the same time, an **outdoor localization** of the injured person takes place.
With the optionally bookable [SOS beacons](#c485300), **indoor localization** is also possible.
### Emergency communication
The **alarm chain** is **individually configured for each device** according to the requirements of the lone worker and the company.
Possible steps after receiving the emergency call:
- Call back the lone worker to clarify the situation
- Contact the in-house emergency call centre
- Notify colleagues
- Contact the external emergency services (999)
Your benefits with uvex lone worker protection
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### All-in-one system
PPE, personal emergency signal devices, sensor technology, wearables, a web-based SOS portal and a decentralised control centre with trained personnel form a fully coordinated system.
### Everything from a single source
All the necessary products and services can be purchased from uvex, saving time and effort and reducing potential complications.
### User-oriented operation
Users can choose from a wide range of different devices and configure them individually.
### Legal basis
The SOS emergency call system supports the protection of lone workers in accordance with DGUV Rule 112-139.
Who is uvex lone worker protection suitable for?
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uvex lone worker protection is suitable for any company that has **lone-working workplaces**, such as industry, security services, care services and other outpatient services. However, working alone may also **only temporarily** be necessary for short-term activities. In these cases too, it is essential that employees are equipped so that they can **call for help in an emergency**.
- Work in concealed or extensive areas
- Working behind large machines
### Workplaces with limited visibility
- Forestry work
- Street cleaning, winter road maintenance and construction
- Mining work or work in the dark
### Work in poor visibility
- Security industry
- During maintenance, servicing, inspection or repair work
- Work in the field or as a technical specialist
### Mobile working with changing work locations
For example:
- Automotive industry
- Chemical industry
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Food industry
### Work in automated warehouses and production halls
- Outpatient and inpatient care services
- Laboratories, medical practices and hospitals
### Work in healthcare and nursing
- Night shift in production
- Cleaning in the evening or at night
- Security
### Work outside normal core working hours
Our partners
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Swissphone
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Swissphone is a leading provider of alarm and communication solutions. The company plays a key role in the development of hardware components, especially in the provision of reliable and rugged emergency call and location finding devices.
Fürst Sicherheit
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The Fürst Group is an established company that offers comprehensive safety services through the Fürst Sicherheit division — including an emergency call centre. Due to extensive experience in the field of emergency communication management, Fürst Sicherheit is significantly involved in the implementation of the services.
TRAXxs
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TRAXxs is a French startup specialising in the development and manufacture of smart shoe soles. The insocks are equipped with advanced technology and offer various functions to protect lone workers.
Let’s work together to make working alone a safer experience at your company.
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