The issue of close proximity working between vehicles and pedestrians is well known and is one of the leading causes of serious and fatal accidents reported in the UK every year. 2023/24 HSE statistics reveal 25 people were killed in UK workplaces after being hit by a moving vehicle, and every year, many people are seriously injured after being hit, crushed or run over by workplace transport.
Safety in the workplace should be the top priority for any business, and using safety technology can play a crucial role in achieving this. Proximity warning solutions make workplaces safer, significantly enhancing visibility and raising awareness by alerting workers and drivers before collisions occur.
Proximity warning systems offer high-risk workplaces enhanced safety and peace of mind, but with a wide range of solutions that promise to deliver great results, it can be difficult to know which is the best option for your business. Below, we outline the top ten reasons why our customers tell us they choose ZoneSafe above anyone else.
Ten reasons to choose ZoneSafe:
 1: Flexible System: ZoneSafe is a highly flexible modular system that can be easily customised to meet the specific challenges of your workplace. It can be attached to any workplace transport vehicle, including forklifts, reach stackers, shovel loaders, and even robots. If the layout changes, new hazards are identified, or the workplace expands, ZoneSafe easily adapts to meet changing demands.
Should the customer wish to spread costs, each system can be purchased individually and built up over several years to meet financial budgets, consistently building a layered safety system over time. ZoneSafe can also be used to complement additional safety systems, such as cameras and other technology, to provide a fully comprehensive site-wide safety solution.
2: Designed and built in-house: ZoneSafe is designed and manufactured in-house by Avonwood Developments in the UK. There is no third-party involvement in the manufacturing process, and the development team boasts a detailed and in-depth knowledge of the product with real-life examples of the solution in practice. We also provide a dedicated service team which is available nationwide and ready to assist with any queries or issues. Systems can also be tweaked to suit customer requirements.
3: Transparent Pricing: When purchasing any new system or technology, investment is, of course, always going to be a factor, and safety technology is no exception. Our customers often tell us that they appreciate our transparent pricing model with no hidden charges or jargon. At ZoneSafe, we are committed to clarity in our pricing, making a commitment to clearly illustrate what is and what is not included and making it easier for our customers to find the best solution for them that fits their budget.
4: Consultative Approach: We really value getting to know our customers by taking a personalised, consultative approach. We aim to truly understand the challenges workers face. We regularly conduct site visits to meet with our customers in person and work to gain a thorough knowledge of the hazards onsite. This way, we can ensure that we are providing the right solutions to meet the unique requirements of the workplace.
5: Ongoing Support: Once ZoneSafe is installed, we remain involved by providing ongoing support and a dedicated helpline for our customers. We also offer train-the-trainer sessions to ensure that your team thoroughly understands the system’s operation and to help teams self-manage. This ensures that businesses have the right technology and the required knowledge to use it to its full potential. We also offer ongoing maintenance packages which are tailored to each business’s needs and budget.
6: Quick Installation: Many of the businesses we work with operate 24 hours per day, and lengthy downtime for installation would cause major disruption to operations. We understand that time is critical, so our team work hard to ensure ZoneSafe is applied with minimal disruption.
Each safety solution is quick to install and becomes a normal part of workers’ everyday operating procedures quickly and effectively. The user-friendly design ensures that workers can easily adapt to the new system without the need for extensive training, and the lightweight tags integrate into daily PPE without any difficulties.
7: High-Quality Features: The ZoneSafe system includes powerful vibration and pulse alerts that pedestrians easily feel through thick clothing. Tags are highly durable and designed to withstand even the most challenging environments, providing reliable performance even in tough conditions in sectors such as waste and recycling. In the vehicle, a dual audio-visual alert ensures that the driver’s attention is raised well in advance so that they can stop the vehicle and avoid a collision.
ZoneSafe also collects real-time data when in use, providing valuable insights into the work environment and highlighting any high-risk areas or behaviours in the workplace. Information such as near-miss detections can easily be downloaded from my.zonesafe.com, ZoneSafe’s cloud-based safety management platform.
8: Longevity and Warranty: ZoneSafe tags offer a long-term solution with the ability to be recharged. A ZoneSafe system’s lifespan often outlasts the vehicle, so it’s important each system can be easily removed and fitted to the latest vehicle delivery. We also offer customers peace of mind with a standard two-year warranty on some products, and all customers can purchase very competitively priced maintenance packages if they choose to.
9: Rechargeable: Not all proximity tags are rechargeable, but ZoneSafe tags are. The convenience of having a rechargeable system means that tags are always ready to use. Tags charge quickly and recharge to full capacity in as little as ten minutes. One easy recharge can last up to three months between charges. Tags often last many years, helping to promote low through-life costs.
10: Reputable Brand: With over 30 years of experience in creating safety solutions and supporting safer workplaces, ZoneSafe has established a strong reputation supported by numerous case studies and testimonials. ZoneSafe is now used in more than 24 countries worldwide.
Whether it’s ten reasons to choose ZoneSafe or you need further information about ZoneSafe, contact us today using our contact form, email sales@zonesafe.com, or call + 44 (0)1202 868000. We look forward to helping you make your worksite a safer place to be.
