subject: The Use of Satellite GPS Tracking For Vulnerable Lone Workers [print this page] The Use of Satellite GPS Tracking For Vulnerable Lone Workers
For staff whose role is likely to have less risk to their safety, then an alternative mobile phone system has also been considered. This requires staff to text their location to a centre before a visit. Although this appraoch is slightly less expensive than using the GPS positioning system on a mobile phone, the Trust recognises that this approach does not enable them to initiate an immediate response at the time of an incident as they do not have a precise location to attend, so is only favoured for staff who are likely to be exposed to the least risk.
