The Benefits of Satellite Tracking | EcoOnline NZ

The benefits of satellite tracking

Published 21 July, 2024

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Satellite trackers play a crucial role in keeping staff safe in several ways, especially in hazardous or remote work environments. Here are some key ways using a satellite tracker can contribute to employee safety.  

 

1. Real-time GPS location tracking

Satellite trackers provide real-time location information of employees, enabling employers and rescue teams to monitor their whereabouts continuously. This feature is particularly vital for employees working in dangerous or isolated settings, where immediate assistance may be required in case of emergencies – but could be hard to get.  

 

2. Emergency alerts and distress signals

Many satellite trackers are equipped with emergency alert functionalityIn the event of an accident, injury, or life-threatening situation, employees can trigger distress signals through their tracking devices, signalling to their employer or emergency services that they need help. 

 

3. Improved communication

In areas with limited or no cellular coverage – like oil rigs, or the outback – satellite tracking keeps communication channels open where traditional phone signal or Wi-Fi would fail.  

 

4. Enhanced safety in transportation

For employees who travel frequently for work, especially in aviation or logistics, a satellite tracker can be integrated into vehicles and aircraft to aid in location tracking and emergency response. In case of accidents or crashes, the satellite trackers transmit distress signals with precise location information, speeding up rescue operations. 

 

5. Monitoring employee health and well-being

Some advanced satellite trackers include biometric sensors, enabling employers to monitor the vital signs and health parameters of employees in real time. This helps identify potential health issues and allows for medical assistance to be sent if needed. 

 

6. Lone worker protection

For employees who work alone or in isolated locations, satellite tracking can provide an added layer of protection. The satellite devices can be set up to prompt employees to check in at regular intervals. If an employee fails to check in or triggers an emergency signal, the satellite tracking system can immediately alert the appropriate personnel to respond. 

 

7. Efficient search and rescue operations

In the unfortunate event that an employee goes missing or faces an emergency, satellite trackers expedite search and rescue operations by providing accurate location data. This minimizes response time and increases the chances of successful rescue and recovery. 

 

How to monitor remote employees

Satellite Mode ensures your employees are protected wherever they are, using the Iridium satellite network to provide 100% global connectivity – and protection.  

Find out more about how companies monitor remote employees.

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Author Helen Down

Helen has worked within the health and safety industry for nearly a decade and has a background in growth marketing within the SaaS space. Throughout her career, she has written extensively about health and safety, risk, legislation, and lone working.

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