Protecting workers in Government Agencies

Government employees and field workers often operate alone or in high-risk environments. Protect your agency’s workforce with a proven lone worker safety device or mobile app. SoloProtect keeps staff safe, connected, and supported—delivering reliable lone worker protection, emergency response, and compliance wherever duty takes them.
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Facts and risks every Government Agency must know

Approximately 35% of workers in the US and Canada operate as lone workers
35%
Approximately 35% of workers in the US and Canada operate as lone workers
 In 2022, nearly 350,000 non-fatal injuries occurred in the government and public sector
350,000
In 2022, nearly 350,000 non-fatal injuries occurred in the government and public sector
Approximately 28% of organizations have experienced an emergency involving a lone worker in the past three years
28%
Approximately 28% of organizations have experienced an emergency involving a lone worker in the past three years

Government employee risks

Working alone, off peak, or in the community.
Harassment and abuse
Physical assaults and violence
Trips, falls and incapacitation
Working in isolated or rural areas
Accidents or injuries

We recommend the ID Touch for workers in local government

It's a personal safety device combined with an ID badge which means it's very convenient and discreet to activate. But we understand that one size doesn't fit all. So why not mix and match to suit the requirements of your team?

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Features to protect local government

Protecting Workers in Government

Benefits for Government employees

24/7 Protection for employees
Document incidents, abuse and assaults
Receive up to date location information on your workers
Deliver dashboard reporting to key stakeholders
Protection against trips, falls and incapacitation

Protecting government employees for over 20 years

"Since adopting a SoloProtect lone worker solution, we’ve been pleased with how easily the solution has been adopted by our workforce and the positive impact it’s had on our operations."

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"Our aim is to ensure our staff get home safe. The SoloProtect device helps us do that."

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“The SoloProtect device is compact, easy to use, and quick to set up. After receiving the devices, we started using them right away, and now we carry them whenever we’re on duty.”

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Frequently asked questions from Government employees

What safety solutions are available for government agency workers in high-risk or lone worker roles?

Government agency workers often face unique risks when working alone, in the field, or in secure facilities. OSHA-compliant lone worker safety devices and mobile apps from SoloProtect provide real-time monitoring, discreet emergency alerts, GPS tracking, and direct connection to emergency response services. These solutions help agencies enhance employee safety, reduce workplace risks, and meet government compliance requirements—ensuring workers stay protected, connected, and supported wherever duty takes them.

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How can SoloProtect devices enhance the safety of government workers?

SoloProtect devices offer a range of features designed to enhance the safety of local government workers. These devices provide discreet and immediate access to emergency support through the Red Alert panic button, which connects workers to the Monitoring Centre. The devices also include Man Down alarms to detect falls and Check-In capabilities to keep track of workers in isolated or rural areas. By documenting incidents of abuse or assaults and offering dashboard reporting, SoloProtect ensures that local government employers can effectively monitor and respond to safety concerns, thereby improving occupational safety and wellbeing for their workforce.

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What are the benefits of using the ID Touch device for local government employees?

The ID Touch device is particularly popular among local government employees due to its combination of personal safety features and convenience. As a discreet personal safety device that doubles as an ID badge, it allows workers to carry essential safety tools without drawing attention. The ID Touch offers Red Alert for emergency situations and Man Down alarms to detect falls. The SoloProtect devices protect employees from risks like harassment, abuse, physical assaults, and accidents, ensuring they have immediate access to help when needed.

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Does SoloProtect offer special pricing for government agencies?

Yes. SoloProtect is a proud GSA partner, making it easier for U.S. government agencies to access lone worker safety devices and monitoring solutions at pre-negotiated, competitive rates. Through our GSA Schedule, agencies can streamline purchasing, ensure compliance with federal procurement standards, and take advantage of special pricing designed exclusively for government buyers.

Benefits of choosing SoloProtect through GSA include:

  • Special government pricing with pre-negotiated rates
  • Easy access via the GSA Advantage® platform
  • Compliance with federal procurement and security standards
  • Access to OSHA-compliant safety devices and mobile apps
  • Streamlined purchasing for agencies of all sizes, including federal, state, and local government
  • Support for employee safety monitoring, lone worker protection, and workplace risk management

Learn more about our government purchasing options.

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Government employer?

SoloProtect is GSA approved for efficient municipal purchasing.
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