A device that fails in a dead zone isn’t a safety tool—it’s a liability.
When a worker is incapacitated in a remote location, the gap between an incident and a rescue is measured in minutes. In Australia, the WHS Act 2011 and in New Zealand, the HSWA 2015 mandate that you manage these risks to ensure every worker returns home safely.
An ineffective communication system is a breach of your duty of care
In New Zealand, the HSWA 2015 specifically requires PCBUs to provide an “effective means of communication” to all staff. Across Australia and New Zealand, if the risk is such that a standard phone call cannot be made, you are obligated to provide a dedicated duress device.
Your policy doesn’t stop a fall—and neither does a mobile phone app
Many organisations rely on mobile phone apps, but these cannot be worn on the body and are useless in no-coverage zones. We consistently see PCBUs mistake PLBs for lone worker solutions; however, these offer no check-in capability or No-Motion Alerts, leaving a dangerous gap in your liability exposure.
Genuine protection is based on risk, not a one-size-fits-all device
Effective protection requires a risk-based analysis of location and activity. This means deploying Cellular devices for urban areas, Satellite devices for remote sites, or Cellular + Satellite technology like the Blackline G7X for workers moving between both. For complex indoor or multi-storey buildings, we implement G7 bridges and locating beacons to ensure accurate worker positioning and automated Fall Detection.
Guardian Angel Safety: Turning Policy Into Real Protection
For over 12 years, we have helped Australian and New Zealand organisations convert compliance checkboxes into life-saving infrastructure. We combine professional 24/7 monitoring with the right hardware to ensure your workers are never truly alone.
Content prepared by Guardian Angel Safety — lone and remote worker protection across Australia and New Zealand.