Lone Worker & Guarding


New risk profile and challenges for security teams to manage

Hybrid and remote working have changed the risk profile and challenges for security teams to manage. When staff can’t be seen, you can’t know that they’re safe and well. Read More

Lone worker security: Six types of lone worker security devices

Lone workers put themselves at risk every day, just doing their job. If you employ workers who must do their […] Read More

“It’s time for this behaviour to end”: Peoplesafe ramps up retail campaign

Peoplesafe show their support for The Retail Trust Retail campaign saying there are 6.8 million employees concerned for their safety either at work or commuting in the UK which is "unacceptable". Read More

Protecting health workers is a complex challenge, but emerging strategies show promise

IFSEC Insider explores the complexities of protecting health workers, as research demonstrates how risk stretches beyond the workplace. Read More

Security patrolling robot launched to tackle security guard personnel shortage

Robotics startup, Ascento, launches an autonomous outdoor security patrolling robot, designed for cost saving and increasing security provider business. Read More

Evolving patterns of violence in developing countries

Research by the Mineta Transportation institute shows that attacks in less economically advanced countries are becoming more frequent and violent. Read More

Campaign launched to tackle crisis on employee safety with new pledge

Peoplesafe is working with Crimestoppers calling on UK employers to focus on employee safety, both at work and out of […] Read More

£400,000 fine for two companies after hospital staff violently attacked by patients

Two companies have been fined £400,000 after staff at a South Wales mental health hospital were subjected to violent attacks from patients. Read More

Freight thefts in unclassified parking locations fall significantly despite overall cargo crime rising

New data from TAPA EMEA shows freight thefts from trucks left in unclassified parking locations have reduced dramatically. Read More

Hybrid working – how to keep people safe wherever they are – key insights from Peoplesafe’s Expo seminar

At Safety & Health Expo 2023 Peoplesafe's Freddie McGrath delivered a presentation on ensuring employee safety in today’s hybrid work environment. Read More

Security Industry Authority reduces licence fee

Individual SIA licences for all sectors will cost £184 from 6 April 2023, down £6, which is said to be the lowest ever fee for a licence. Read More

Highway service provider adopts video-enabled lone worker service

Ringway Jacobs uses safety solution which combines the Peoplesafe Pro lone worker mobile phone app with SureCam video telematics. Read More

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA): A profile

A profile of the trade association for the UK's security industry, the BSIA, which has helped shape security standards for more than four decades. Read More

Webinar: How to protect all staff in a world of hybrid working?

Join this webinar on-demand and learn about the shifting trends in the workforce, the increase in safety concerns in all sectors and how this impacts businesses. Read More

NHS trust adopts security technology to improve safety and communication lines for staff and lone workers

A Kent NHS Trust has adopted SafeZone technology to improve lone worker protection, staff safety and emergency response coordination. Read More

Mitigating risks for travelling staff: Advice for the security department

Craig Swallow, CEO at Vismo, looks at what an organisation’s security and H&S/HR departments can do to mitigate risks to their travelling employees. Read More



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The Video Surveillance Report 2023

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Return on Investment of Digital Access Management Solutions – Whitepaper for Critical Infrastructure Protection

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