Protecting workers in the real estate industry

Many real estate workers, work alone or in high-risk environments. Prioritize their safety and security with a lone worker safety device or app.

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58

fatalities in the real estate industry (BLS 2021)

33%

of realtors fear for their personal safety (National Association of Realtors)

38,800

injuries and illnesses in real estate (BLS 2021)

Real estate risks

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Meeting strangers in unfamiliar locations.

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Irregular working hours - often darker evenings.

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Open house events require agents to welcome strangers into a property.

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Remote property viewings increases vulnerability.

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Slips, trips and falls - especially in cold, icy conditions.

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The ID Touch is popular with real estate workers

It's a personal safety device disguised as an ID badge which means it's very discreet to activate. But we understand that one size doesn't fit all! So why not mix and match to suit the requirements of your team?

Explore the ID Touch

Our other devices:

Curve

App

Shield

Features to protect the real estate industry

Our customers choose from a mix of safety features to best suit the requirements of their workforce, reduce risk, and improve occupational safety and wellbeing.

Red Alert (Panic Button)

A Red Alert is a 24/7 emergency panic button, designed to quickly get help to your lone workers at the push of a button.

Man Down Alarm

Our Man Down Alarm, sometimes referred to as a 'Incapacitation Alert' or 'Person Down Alarm', provides a quick emergency response if a SoloProtect device or mobile app detects incapacitation due to a slip, trip or fall.

Ready2Talk ®

Ready2Talk is an innovative, proactive chaperone service designed to support workers in situations where there’s a clear safety risk.

Check-In

The Check-In feature allows a user to record a short message, providing information about their location and activity to inform any subsequent alerts.

Monitoring Timer

In areas with low signal, the Monitoring Timer offers extensive protection and peace of mind to your lone and remote working employees.

Mass Notification System

Our mobile app customers can send mass notifications to users to alert them of potential risks or live incidents that could affect their personal safety or business operations.

Latest Location

Monitor the location of your mobile workforce to track the progress of work, redeploy workers to where they're needed, and identify efficiencies.

24/7 Monitoring Center

The Monitoring Center is a 24/7, state-of-the-art environment, where highly-trained operators deliver the best possible response for your lone, remote and high-risk workers.

SoloProtect Insights

The power behind our solution: onboarding, training, device/app allocation, reporting, location data, alarm evidence, risk messaging, and more.

Benefits for the real estate industry

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Provides rapid assistance during property showings and open houses.

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Ensures a quick response in case of accidents or threats.

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Demonstrates a commitment to agent safety, enhancing the agency's reputation.

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Reduces liability and risks associated with working alone.

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Attracts and retains talented agents by prioritizing their safety.

Protecting real esate leaders for over 20 years.

"Many of our colleagues are in front-line, customer-facing roles and SoloProtect’s lone worker devices give them immediate access to support in the event of an emergency.”

“From the first interaction with SoloProtect, they provided Bella Casa with a team of people who wanted to understand our needs and do the best possible job to meet those needs”

Frequently asked questions

What are the specific risks that real estate agents face while working alone, and how can lone worker security address them?

Real estate agents working alone face risks such as meeting strangers in vacant properties, navigating unfamiliar neighborhoods, and hosting open house events. Lone worker security solutions, like panic buttons and safety apps, provide real-time communication and emergency alerts, enabling quick responses to potential threats.

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How can I choose the right lone worker security solution for my real estate business?

When selecting a lone worker security solution, consider factors such as ease of use, reliability, 24/7 monitoring, GPS tracking, and the ability to customize escalation procedures. Assess the unique needs of your agents to find the solution that best suits your business.

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Are there legal requirements or regulations that real estate agencies need to follow regarding lone worker safety?

The legal requirements regarding lone worker safety can vary by location. It's essential to stay informed about local occupational health and safety regulations. Implementing comprehensive safety measures not only helps comply with these regulations but also reduces potential liabilities in case of workplace incidents.

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