Samsara, a leader in fleet management and driver safety solutions, has expanded its portfolio to address the critical needs of lone workers with the introduction of its Worker Safety tools, including the groundbreaking Samsara Wearable.
Announced at the Samsara Beyond 2025 conference in San Diego, these innovations aim to protect frontline workers across industries such as transport, logistics, construction, and field services in the UK and beyond. By leveraging advanced technology, Samsara ensures rapid response to emergencies, enhancing safety for workers operating alone or in hazardous conditions.
Tackling Lone Worker Risks
Frontline workers face myriad risks when they step out of their vehicles, from slips and falls to aggressive encounters, severe weather, or the isolation of working alone. These situations demand swift organisational response to prevent escalation. Building on its proven success in improving driver safety, Samsara’s Worker Safety tools provide a robust solution to safeguard lone workers, offering peace of mind to both employees and managers.
The Worker Safety suite enables workers to trigger an SOS with a single click via the Samsara Driver App or the new Wearable device. Managers receive immediate, context-rich insights, including audio memos, real-time location, live streams from nearby vehicles, and visibility of other drivers or assets in the vicinity, all consolidated on a single dashboard. This comprehensive data empowers administrators to act quickly, routing emergency services if necessary.
Samsara Wearable Check in
Proactive Monitoring and Communication
Samsara’s platform goes beyond reactive measures, offering proactive monitoring to ensure worker safety. Managers can schedule or send wellness check-ins through the Driver App to confirm employees are safe, particularly if they’ve been idle for too long or are unresponsive. If a worker fails to respond, an SOS incident is automatically generated, alerting managers to take action.
Additionally, the system supports group alerts for threats like hazardous weather, delivered directly to workers in-cab via dash cams or through the Driver App. This seamless communication ensures workers are informed of risks in real-time, enhancing situational awareness and safety.
The Samsara Wearable: Protection Anywhere
At the heart of Samsara’s Worker Safety offering is the Samsara Wearable, a lightweight, rugged device designed to clip easily onto personal protective equipment. Tailored for frontline workers, the Wearable is built to withstand tough environments and offers key features:
- Fall Detection: Automatically detects falls, allowing workers to cancel false positives or record a memo (e.g., “Help, I’ve fallen!”) to trigger an SOS incident and alert managers.
- Context-Rich Insights: Provides real-time location, audio recordings, and vehicle livestreams, enabling rapid response.
- Long Battery Life: Connects to Samsara’s network of vehicle and asset gateways, boasting over a year of battery life, eliminating the need for frequent charging.
- Ease of Use: Features a prominent panic button, speaker, and clear display, requiring no complex training.
The Wearable ensures protection wherever workers are, whether on a remote construction site, delivering goods late at night, or servicing equipment in isolated areas. Its integration with Samsara’s ecosystem maximises coverage, leveraging millions of connected devices to relay signals to the cloud.
Enhancing Safety Across Industries
Samsara’s Worker Safety tools are particularly relevant for UK industries where lone working is common. For example, logistics drivers making late-night deliveries, field service technicians repairing equipment, or construction workers on remote sites can benefit from the Wearable’s SOS capabilities and the Driver App’s check-in features.
The platform’s ability to provide real-time visibility and communication will align with UK health and safety regulations after the summer of 2025.
Availability and Future Impact
Samsara’s Worker Safety tools will be available globally, including in the UK, by the end of the year (2025). The Samsara Wearable, while initially launching in North America later this year, is expected to expand to other regions, offering UK businesses a future-proof solution for lone worker safety. Interested organisations can learn more via Samsara’s website (https://www.samsara.com).
Samsara’s entry into the lone worker safety space marks a significant evolution in its mission to protect frontline workers. By combining the intuitive Samsara Driver App with the innovative Samsara Wearable, the company delivers a comprehensive solution that addresses the unique risks faced by lone workers in the UK. From fall detection to real-time alerts and proactive check-ins, these tools empower organisations to respond swiftly to emergencies, fostering a safer, more connected workforce. As Samsara continues to innovate, its Worker Safety suite sets a new standard for protecting those who keep our industries moving.
