Stop chasing missed check-ins. Neovigie lone worker alerts platform automates alerts, tracks locations, and keeps workers safe in real time.
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“This app. has been an integral part of our daily checks and balances when it comes to the management of our employees on the after-hours shifts. I wish we had the opportunity to have used this 10 years earlier.I would highly recommend this app. to everyone..”
— Richard H, Operations Manager, Marion Security Agency
“I recommend Neovigie for a lot of reasons: easy to install, inexpensive to save a life, it works everywhere and it's easy to use.”
— Steve R, Maintenance manager City of Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-CartierVille de Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier
Workers skip manual check-ins. Devices trigger constant false alarms. Coverage disappears in remote areas. And when audits come, there’s no reliable proof. Instead of protecting your teams, most systems create more work, more doubt, and more liability.
Constant false alarms drain trust and waste time, leaving real emergencies at risk.
In remote sites, protection disappears. An SOS that never gets through is no protection at all.
Complex tools, endless check-ins, and privacy concerns drive workers to reject safety systems.
Without traceable reports, audits and investigations expose costly gaps.
The two terms often come up together, but they cover different things. Understanding the distinction helps you choose the right device for your lone workers.
Lone worker protection is the employer's duty to keep safe any employee who works alone in a situation that may expose them to danger: assess the risks, then put in place the means to raise the alarm and get help quickly.
Read the definition of lone worker protectionThe lone worker alarm device is the equipment that delivers this protection. It detects an emergency (fall, immobility, manual SOS) and sends an alert to the supervisors you designate. It can be a mobile app, a smartwatch or a satellite messenger.
Neovigie eliminates false alarms, keeps workers connected even in dead zones, and drives adoption with simple tools that teams actually use.
Forget IT projects that drag on for weeks. Neovigie deploys instantly, on any device, with a dashboard that’s so simple your whole team actually uses it.
No more scrambling before inspections. Neovigie creates traceable, exportable reports automatically, so your lone worker procedures are documented when OSHA asks.
Most systems fail when it matters: false alarms, missed alerts, no signal. Neovigie delivers protection workers believe in and managers can rely on, with AI detection, a discreet SOS, and coverage that works even in remote sites.
We give the floor to our customers to tell you about Neovigie. Find out how our solution improved the situation of their lone workers.
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Neovigie offers a range of critical security features to alert, locate, and rescue lone workers when needed. These functionalities are designed to be activated automatically or manually, depending on the situation, and guarantee rapid intervention.
Accurately detect falls, minimize false alarms, and respond swiftly to incidents.
Activate safety monitoring based on pre-set work schedules for seamless protection.
Enable instant activation of certified devices via SMS with no need for passwords. Simple, secure, and efficient.
Receive instant SOS alerts via SMS, phone calls, emails or app notifications to ensure no time is wasted in emergencies.
Protect workers in areas without network coverage using satellite devices or memo lifelines for maximum reliability.
Pinpoint employees' locations inside buildings for faster and more precise interventions.
Access detailed reports to analyze worker engagement, identify training needs, and improve safety practices.
Our servers process alerts 24/7 and escalate to the next supervisor if the first one does not respond.
Evaluate threats without a worker needing to answer their phone, enabling faster interventions.
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Unlike traditional lone worker solutions, which are often complex and unreliable, Neovigie was designed to be simple to deploy, compliant and operational everywhere. Our approach combines technological innovation and human support to guarantee truly effective security.
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Unlike heavy and complex solutions, Neovigie is 100% cloud based and operational immediately.
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We combine GSM, satellite, and AI to ensure unparalleled reliability where phones fail.
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Smartphone, Smartwatch, desktop, satellite device, Neovigie adapts to each business and each field, with a single coherent ecosystem.
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Intuitive interface, simple deployment, clear reporting: finally a tool that can be used on a daily basis without technical expertise.
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Neovigie is not limited to security: we also protect you legally with traceability and reports ready for audit.
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Our HSE experts guide you every step of the way and ensure fast support, which many other companies overlook.
“Neovigie was able to meet our needs!”
On our site, there are various jobs that present different risks at certain levels. We can potentially see the risk of lone workers appearing, which depends on the person's situation. Neovigie was able to meet our needs by offering us the VigieLink. We were able to deploy them very quickly on our site.
Julie L'Oréal EHS ManagerL'Oréal
“An easy to use and reliable system”
Neovigie allows us to secure employees who are alone. We are satisfied with the Neovigie system, which is easy to use and reliable. We can recommend it on all the sites we have all over France.
Stephane B, Security Agent, SERIS
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Compatible with iOS and Android phones, ideal for employees already equipped with a business phone, thus eliminating the purchase of additional hardware.
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Perfect for those who want a discreet device while remaining protected. The watch app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and installed on all Android watches.
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For areas without network coverage, we integrate satellite equipment manufactured by ACR, compatible with our mobile applications and watches, allowing you to remain protected without additional hardware.
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Designed for environments where telephones are prohibited or for employees who prefer dedicated equipment, this robust device works on 2G/4G networks and is entirely manufactured by Neovigie.
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Expert in Lone Worker solutions
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Benoît Pauillac is in charge of customer support at Neovigie. An expert in lone worker solutions, he supports companies in optimizing the protection of their workers by ensuring responsive monitoring and an optimal user experience.
“Above all, good support is attentive listening and a quick response.”
A lone worker solution is essential for the safety and well-being of employees who work alone or in isolated conditions. Here's why businesses implement one:
Investing in a lone worker solution goes beyond legal obligations: it's a proactive step toward a safer, more efficient workplace.
The protection of lone workers combines prevention, training and technical solutions. Key aspects include:
By combining these elements, businesses protect their lone workers effectively, support their safety obligations and give peace of mind to employees and employers.
Lone worker apps are widely used in industries such as:
Costs vary depending on the devices and features required. Neovigie bills a monthly subscription per user, and the quote depends on your team size and the options you select.
Improved Peace of Mind: Lone workers feel safer, and employers gain confidence in their safety measures.
The Neovigie alert system is designed for simplicity and ease of use, requiring no specialized training. Lone workers can activate an alarm button in the event of an emergency or danger, ensuring a rapid response.
One of its standout features is real-time geolocation, which enables organizations and security teams to pinpoint the worker's location. This capability ensures that assistance can reach the worker quickly, enhancing safety and peace of mind.
A lone worker alarm system protects employees who work alone and helps organizations meet their occupational health and safety obligations.
It is particularly important for workers in isolated or high-risk environments, as it provides:
Neovigie offers a comprehensive suite of alarms to ensure the safety of lone workers:
In the United States, there is no specific federal law requiring lone worker protection systems. However, under the OSHA General Duty Clause, employers are legally required to provide a safe working environment. If a worker is alone in a high-risk setting, the employer must implement appropriate safety measures. Using a solution such as Neovigie is considered best practice and may be necessary based on a proper risk assessment.
Fall detection and loss of verticality are two features that are often used in lone worker safety devices. While they may seem similar, they have fundamental differences.
Fall detection is a feature that uses the mobile accelerometer to recognize when a person falls suddenly. It analyzes data to detect sudden changes in movement, orientation, and speed that correspond to a fall. Once a fall is detected, the system can set off an alarm.
Loss of verticality refers to the situation where a person no longer maintains an upright standing position. Devices that use the loss of verticality also use the accelerometer, but to identify whether a person is in an upright position or not. When the vertical position is no longer maintained for a specified period of time, the equipment triggers an alarm.
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The loss of verticality is a method that is less and less used, as it is a source of many false alarms and does not make it possible to detect all fall situations. On the other hand, while detecting a fall is by far the best solution, it requires a high level of expertise to set up a quality algorithm otherwise it will be useless. Such algorithms require the intervention of engineers and researchers specialized in artificial intelligence. The algorithm used by Neovigie was developed as part of the European H2020 innovation project with research laboratories to achieve a high quality detection that is a reference in this field.
A lone worker solution is a safety and alert system that protects employees who work alone. It detects emergencies or dangerous situations and promptly notifies the people you designate.
The system connects a device carried by the worker, such as a smartphone app or a smartwatch, to a web-based supervision portal. Lone workers use it to report emergencies in real time, such as falls or assaults.
When an alarm is triggered, your supervisors receive it in the portal and can:
Neovigie adds a Lifeline feature, which raises an alarm automatically if the worker does not interact with the device within a set time.
Neovigie protects lone workers with a system that combines location, immediate alerts and multi-channel communication. Here's how it works:
1. Location
2. Immediate alerts
3. Multi-channel communication
4. Satellite coverage
5. Privacy
Neovigie is a solution designed to protect lone workers. It integrates mobile applications like VigieApp. Lone workers can trigger alerts manually or automatically (e.g., in case of a fall or lack of movement). These alerts are sent to a supervision platform called VigieControl, enabling a quick and efficient response.
Lone worker protection covers all the measures put in place to keep employees who work alone safe. It relies on alert devices as well as on organizational procedures. The goal is to prevent dangerous situations (fall, medical event, assault) and to ensure a fast response when an incident occurs.
A lone worker device is equipment designed to detect hazardous situations automatically. In case of a fall, prolonged immobility or lost connection, it triggers an alert and transmits the information to a supervisor or to responders. It can take the form of a dedicated device, a smartwatch or a mobile app. It uses technologies such as GPS, cellular networks or radio to provide an accurate location and enable a fast response.
| Criteria | Dedicated device | Safety app |
|---|---|---|
| Triggering | Automatic and manual | Automatic and manual - more automation |
| Location | Built-in GPS, Bluetooth beacons indoors | Smartphone GPS |
| Reliability | Independent of the phone, multiple transmission paths (cellular, radio, satellite) | Depends on the cellular network and the phone's condition |
| Use | Simple, designed for safety only | More flexible but requires a working smartphone |
| Target users | Workers exposed to high risk (construction, maintenance, manufacturing) | Mobile workers with moderate risk (sales reps, service staff) |
Safety experts point out that an alert device alone does not amount to complete protection. A lone worker device does not replace a real risk prevention policy. It must be part of a broader approach that includes hazard assessment, appropriate procedures and proper training for the workers concerned.
A lone worker device detects a dangerous situation and makes it possible to alert help quickly. It works through several key elements.
The device continuously analyzes the lone worker's movements. It detects a sudden fall or prolonged immobility, possible signs of a medical event or accident. If the user does not respond to a pre-alert, an emergency signal is sent automatically.
In an assault or sudden problem, the worker can trigger an alert themselves by pressing an emergency button. This ensures an immediate response even when the sensors have not detected anything abnormal.
When an alert is triggered, the device transmits the worker's position using GPS. The information is sent to a supervisor or directly to responders over a cellular, satellite or Wi-Fi network, depending on the environment.
A dedicated interface lets you follow alerts in real time, locate workers and analyze incidents to improve safety. This tracking guarantees a fast, effective response.
It depends on the products and options you choose. Neovigie solutions are billed as a monthly subscription per lone worker. Request a quote for pricing adapted to your team size.
It depends on each worker's risks and daily routine. A lone worker app on the employee's iPhone or Android phone suits most field and mobile roles: no extra device, fall and no-motion detection, panic button and check-ins. A safety watch keeps the alarm on the wrist for hands-busy jobs. A satellite messenger covers areas without cellular coverage, and Bluetooth beacons locate the worker inside buildings.
Start from your hazard assessment, then match each role with the right device. Neovigie manages all of them from one supervision platform, VigieControl.
Lone worker devices transmit alerts over wired (telephone) and/or wireless links (radio, cellular, satellite phone). You'll find more information on the different lone worker alert solutions.
Even though the features of these devices are broadly similar, let's look at the specific advantages of each option so you can make the right choice for your employees.
Thanks to Bluetooth location beacons, the employee is located in a precise spot. The alert, with the beacon's position, is sent to the monitoring platform.
Some devices combine several transmission modes for reliable alerts: cellular network (4G, LTE-M), Wi-Fi… With LTE-M technology designed for IoT, some products can communicate from basements.
While early devices could only send basic alerts, a voice function can now be built in to place a call and verify the situation.
The safety app protects employees with no additional equipment, from a company smartphone.
The technology built into the latest smartphones ensures reliable operation and a high level of ruggedness (shocks, drops, water…).
The app developers update the product regularly and sometimes add new features at low cost.
A lone worker device can send several types of alerts, automatic or manual, depending on the situation detected.
These features enable an immediate response in case of danger.
High-risk industries such as manufacturing, construction, transportation, utilities, security and healthcare, along with any organization whose employees work alone or out of sight of coworkers.
Yes, provided the data collected (such as GPS location) is processed securely and workers are informed of how it is used. The employer should notify employees, limit collection to what is needed for their safety, and ensure the confidentiality and security of the information throughout the process. Neovigie is designed to GDPR standards, with data hosted in Europe.
Neovigie empowers businesses to safeguard their lone workers, ensuring their safety while restoring confidence across teams. Using advanced technology, we address the unique dangers lone workers face, such as falls, attacks, and other hazards, with intelligent detection and real-time emergency alerts delivered seamlessly through our secure servers.
Lone workers face specific risks because no one is there to see them fall, become ill or get attacked. A lone worker solution detects these situations and alerts the people you designate, so help arrives faster and the consequences of an incident are reduced.
In the United States, no federal law requires a specific lone worker device. Under the OSHA General Duty Clause, employers must protect employees from recognized hazards, and some OSHA standards and state laws add duties for employees who work alone, such as regular check-ins or, in Washington State, panic buttons for certain isolated workers. Neovigie helps you meet these duties; it does not replace your own hazard assessment.
Read our guide to lone worker safety regulations in the U.S.
Your trusted partner for lone worker safety
At Neovigie, we put the well-being of workers first while helping businesses meet their occupational safety and health obligations.
Our lone worker safety solution includes a panic button, fall detection, a no-motion alert for loss of consciousness and a check-in module. These tools help you meet your safety obligations and actively improve workplace safety. Neovigie takes a proactive approach to employee protection: safety goes beyond meeting legal obligations, it creates a safer and more supportive work environment.
