17th January 2025

Effective Communication in Emergency Situations

Communicating effectively in an emergency is vital. The person raising the alarm, the person coordinating the response, and the teams that are dispatched to the scene must achieve a clear understanding of the situation. Next, they must coordinate their actions to achieve the most effective emergency response possible. For people working under extreme stress, this can be difficult, especially if dealing with emergencies isn’t part of their daily routine.
13th January 2025

Essential guide to two-way radio terms

Every field has its own terminology and acronyms that professionals use with casual ease, often forgetting that lay people might not know what they’re talking about. It’s a matter of convenience rather than an attempt to exclude anyone. After all, a single term can sum up concepts that would otherwise take many more words to explain. Use our glossary of radio terms to get acquainted with the world of two-way radios. You’ll uncover a few interesting technical details along the way.
17th December 2024

The importance of effective communication for firefighters

Firefighters’ communication skills and equipment are extremely important elements of their work. Their task is to keep everyone as safe as possible in potentially life-threatening situations. Fires can be unpredictable, with situations that change by the second. In a Fire and Rescue survey by Motorola Solutions, 43% of the survey respondents felt that they don’t consistently receive operational information in a clear, concise, and timely manner from their fire control centre.
12th December 2024

What is a digital two-way radio?

Two-way radios have been around since the 1940s, when they were primarily used by the military and police. But that doesn’t mean two-way radios haven’t kept pace with the latest technology. The term “digital age” may have become something of a cliche, but it’s a genuine reflection of a technological development that has had a profound effect on the way things work. Two-way radios are no exception to the rule.
25th November 2024

Understanding hazardous area classification

Although every responsible business works to eliminate risk, there are some industries where dangers are ever-present. Workplaces in which explosive atmospheres occur are among the most challenging of these. They include the oil and gas industry, certain chemical industries, and even the food and beverage industry. Hazardous area classification indicates workplace areas where there’s a risk of explosion from flammable gases, vapours, or dust.
20th November 2024

How to ensure a safe working environment

As an employer, you’re committed to keeping your people as safe as possible during their working hours. Nothing is 100 percent foolproof and unexpected accidents can still happen. But, you can go the extra mile to keep the odds low, and you can prepare for emergencies so that, if the worst were to happen, responses are as quick and effective as possible. Of course, maintaining a safe working environment is a legal obligation, so we’ll look at what the law says since it offers a great framework for addressing workplace risks.
1st November 2024

What is push to talk over cellular (PoC)?

Push to talk over cellular (PoC) allows you to use your mobile phone or tablet as if it were a two-way radio. Alternatively, a PoC radio, tablet, or body camera uses cellular networks to transmit messages. You don’t need to dial a number to get in touch. Just push the button and talk to your colleagues instantly. Wondering whether a PoC-enabled device is right for your teams? In this article, we’ll unpack how they work, what they do, and the workplace scenarios in which they’ll prove most useful.
1st November 2024

A Guide to the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR)

DSEAR regulations require employers and self-employed contractors to identify risks presented by explosive or flammable substances in the workplace. They must take steps to safeguard workers against the hazards they present. Compliance with Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations is a legal requirement. This article summarises the regulations but if they apply to you, it would be advisable to review them in detail.
15th October 2024

The best lone worker safety devices for your team

A person who works in a location where colleagues aren’t on hand to assist them or raise the alarm when they are injured, ill or in immediate danger faces elevated risk. As a responsible employer you know that it’s your moral and legal duty to take every possible precaution to protect the health and safety of your employees. Technology can help. Lone worker safety devices can mitigate workplace risks, whether it's by improving communication, keeping tabs on employee locations, or sounding alarms.