Remote Worker Welfare Monitoring System
GetHomeSafe is a cloud-based solution that simplifies check-ins for remote, out-of-coverage work.
Choose from 20+ Lone Worker devices to meet your coverage needs. Our platform centralises and standardises monitoring, making it easy to manage mixed fleets and report on compliance—all from a single source.
Starlink: Satellite SMS direct to cell
Transform your compatible smartphone into a satellite communicator. When cellular coverage fails, your GetHomeSafe app automatically switches to satellite SMS, keeping you connected anywhere on Earth.
Key features:
- Works with OneNZ and compatible devices, across 3G, 4G, and 5G networks
- Supports location tracking, check-in, extend/change timer, finish and panic events
- Additional charges apply ($0.25 per message or by negotiation)
- Direct-to-cell mobile data anticipated in early 2026
Starlink: Vehicle mounted portable satellite broadband
Install satellite broadband in your work vehicles for complete internet access in remote locations. Perfect for teams that frequently work out of coverage areas.
Key features:
- No additional GetHomeSafe charges
- Continuous access to all business systems
- Live location tracking, voice and video calling capabilities
- Available through TrackMe partners
Zoleo handheld satellite communicator
One of the most cost-effective satellite communication solutions available. The simple two-button design requires minimal training while providing robust satellite connectivity via the Iridium network.
Key features:
- Bluetooth connection to your mobile device
- Uses best available coverage (cellular or satellite)
- Live location tracking
- Available through Zoleo or Total Sense Solutions partners
Garmin InReach handheld satellite communicator
The world's most trusted outdoor electronics brand offers robust satellite communication with advanced features and wide compatibility with GetHomeSafe actions.
Key features:
- Live location tracking, preset messages and custom #command messages
- Start default activities, custom timers, or planned activities with two-way communication for confirmations
- Supported through Garmin Enterprise, TrackMe, Protigear, and Pivotel
- Available through TrackMe and Total Sense Solutions partners
SPOT X & SPOT Gen4 handheld satellite communicator
Proven satellite communication technology using the Globalstar network. SPOT X offers two-way communication while Gen4 provides essential one-way messaging capabilities.
Key features:
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Live location tracking, preset messages and custom #command messages
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Start default activities, custom timers, or planned activities with two-way communication for confirmations
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Supported through TrackMe and Pivotel
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Available through TrackMe partners
Digital radio solutions
Combine traditional push-to-talk voice communications with GetHomeSafe's monitoring and escalation capabilities for comprehensive safety coverage.
Key features:
- Push-to-talk voice communication
- Emergency event monitoring (man-down, SOS)
- Live location tracking in radio coverage
- Available through Mount Campbell or Onsight
Analog radio integration
Manually log radio communications through the GetHomeSafe web portal to include traditional radio check-ins in your overall welfare monitoring system.
Key features:
- Include radio comms in welfare monitoring
- Update work plans, location, ETA and status
- Push-to-talk voice communication
- Available through Mount Campbell or Onsight
Device feature comparison
Device type | GHS integration | Connection method | Satellite network | Sky view requirement | Emergency features | Range limitations | Hardware cost | Training required | |
Starlink SMS | Compatible smartphone | Native app integration | Satellite — Cellular | Starlink | Sky view required | Full emergency communication | Standalone operation | Uses existing phone | Minimal (app-based) |
Starlink Broadband | Vehicle-mounted system, compatible smartphone | Native app integration | Satellite — WiFi hotspot | Starlink | Sky view required | Full emergency communication | WiFi range from vehicle | Higher initial investment | Minimal (app-based) |
Zoleo | Handheld, no screen, 2 buttons | App integration via Bluetooth | Satellite — Bluetooth to phone | Iridium | Sky view required | SOS button + messaging | Bluetooth range from device | Most affordable | Minimal (2 buttons) |
Garmin InReach | Handheld with screen | Direct integration + app backup | Satellite — Standalone or with app | Iridium | Sky view required | SOS button + messaging | Standalone operation | Mid-range | Moderate |
SPOT X/Gen4 | Handheld (X has screen, Gen4 minimal) | Direct integration | Satellite — Standalone | Globalstar | Extensive sky view required | SOS button (both); messaging (X only) | Standalone operation | Mid-range | Simple to moderate |
Digital Radio | Handheld radio | Direct integration | Radio network-app | N/A | N/A | Man-down, SOS alerts (voice + data) | Radio network coverage | Varies by network | Standard radio training |
Analog Radio | Traditional radio | Manual web portal | Radio network — manual portal entry | N/A | N/A | Voice emergency calls | Radio network coverage | Existing equipment | Standard radio training |
How Does GetHomeSafe Work?
GetHomeSafe combines buddy systems, remote work planning, risk assessments, GPS tracking, and welfare monitoring into one secure platform. Key features include:
- Risk Control: Optional supervisor review and approval for work plans.
- Optimized Devices: Shared device and data pooling for high-value satellite devices.
- Increased Visibility: Real-time GPS tracking, check-in notes, and battery monitoring.
- Reduced False Alerts: Proactive reminders for staff to check in, even out of coverage.
- Fail-Safe Alerts: Automatic notifications for overdue workers to supervisors.
- Faster Alerts: Man-down and impact alerts via satellite or radio on selected devices.
- Improved Safety: Two-way SMS communication on select devices.
- Flexible Escalation: Customizable alert escalation processes.
- Automated Admin: Streamlined processes for admin staff.
- Digital Records: Full reporting and download capabilities for records.
Engage staff easily by allowing them to register their work plans before heading into out-of-coverage areas.
Make Getting Home Safe Your Work Policy
GetHomeSafe is the foundation of your remote working policy, simplifying the process of registering work plans, sending proactive check-in reminders, recording changes, and ensuring staff check in “Home Safe” at the end of the day.
Its fail-safe alert system notifies team leaders of overdue staff, making it easy to manage reporting processes. GHS also offers customisable prompts to ensure employees record the necessary task details according to your policies.
With built-in reporting and download capabilities, you can easily monitor compliance with your remote working policies. In the rare event of an incident, you'll have a digital audit trail to support your remote worker legislation.
Safety Out Of Coverage FAQs
Tracking the live GPS location of lone working employees through their phone is an incredibly powerful safety measure if done correctly. GetHomeSafe — Lone Worker app is session-based, employees (not management) control when their GPS location is shared and recorded.
The system is built on a four-tier access hierarchy and full GDPR-compliant audit trail of access to personal information. We deal with the ‘big brother’ objection on a daily basis and we included objection handling in our train the trainer and communications assistance implementation support packages.
That is why we monitor time, if your phone leaves cell coverage the app caches the locations and prompts you to find coverage. The app reminds you to check in (and find coverage) even when out of signal.
If you fail to check in, the server (not your phone) sends the alert to your nominated contacts, creating a catch-all and fail-safe system to alert someone, regardless of what has happened to you or your phone.
Have a look at our hardware page, our supported devices are listed here or if you are still not sure send us a message through live chat or the contact form.
In most cases yes you can. If you want a one-stop-shop and the option to pool data across your device fleet, talk to one of the team about GHS supplying your satellite data as well as your software solution.
Yes, get in touch with us for more information and latest pricing.
Yes, but this can be more expensive in the long term.
Still have questions?
Review some of our frequently asked questions below or contact us for a quick and informal chat with one of our friendly team members about your remote worker safety requirements.