Lone Worker Safety for Logistics & Drivers

Common Challenges

The risks drivers and workers face every day

Remote highways with no cell coverage, overnight warehouse shifts, roadside breakdowns in blizzards — logistics and transportation workers are alone for most of the job.

Long-haul driving through remote corridors

A truck driver alone on a northern highway at 3 AM — hours from the nearest service, no cell coverage, ice on the road. A rollover or medical emergency out here means no one finds you until the next vehicle passes. That could be hours.

Satellite check-ins along the route

The satellite device sends check-ins and GPS location via the Iridium network — no cell towers needed. Drivers stay connected through dead zones, mountain passes, and northern highways where cell coverage doesn't exist.

Solo delivery in unfamiliar areas

Couriers and delivery drivers making drops in unfamiliar neighbourhoods, industrial areas, and rural addresses — often after dark. They're carrying valuable cargo, working alone, and entering properties they've never seen before.

GPS tracking + timed check-ins

The Safe Alone app tracks the driver's real-time GPS location throughout their route. Timed check-ins ensure someone is always monitoring — if a check-in is missed, operators call the driver immediately and escalate if there's no response.

Roadside breakdowns and vehicle incidents

A breakdown on a remote highway. A collision on a rural road. A driver pinned in the cab after sliding off an icy shoulder. They're alone, possibly injured, and in many cases there's no cell signal to call for help.

SOS panic button + GPS coordinates

The SOS wearable and Safe Alone app send instant panic alerts with exact GPS coordinates to our 24/7 monitoring centre. For drivers in areas with no cell coverage, the satellite device provides backup — operators notify your designated emergency contacts with the exact location.

Driver fatigue and medical events

Long shifts, irregular hours, and thousands of kilometres of highway. Driver fatigue is a leading cause of commercial vehicle incidents — and a medical event behind the wheel at highway speed can be fatal. The driver can't always call for help themselves.

Timed check-ins throughout the journey

Drivers receive regular check-in prompts throughout their shift. If a check-in is missed, operators don't wait — they call the driver immediately, then notify your designated emergency contacts, including your dispatch team, who can involve emergency services. Journey management that actually monitors the journey.

Overnight warehouse and yard work

A single worker in a massive distribution centre at 2 AM — forklifts, loading docks, heavy pallets, and no one around to notice if something goes wrong. Falls, crush injuries, and equipment incidents can leave a worker incapacitated for hours before anyone finds them.

Man-down detection + fall alerts

The SOS wearable detects sudden impacts and falls automatically — no button press needed. If a warehouse worker is knocked unconscious by a falling pallet, operators are alerted instantly and notify your designated emergency contacts at the facility.

Built for every logistics role

From long-haul drivers to warehouse workers — everyone who moves goods alone.

ULC 5-Diamond Certified Canadian Owned Since 1968 Working Alone Compliant

Long-Haul Drivers

Remote highways and overnight routes

Couriers & Delivery Drivers

Solo deliveries in unfamiliar areas

Warehouse Workers

Overnight shifts in large facilities

Forklift Operators

Heavy equipment in loading areas

Yard Workers

Solo operations in shipping yards

Fleet Mechanics

Roadside and depot repairs alone

Hazmat Drivers

Dangerous goods on remote routes

Rail Workers

Track inspection and maintenance

"The service from CheckMate is consistently prompt and professional."

CITY OF POWELL RIVER Adam Hueston

Complete Protection

Everything you need to keep lone workers safe

24/7 live operators behind every safety check and alert, with the Safe Alone app, the Smart Button wearable, a live monitoring dashboard, satellite coverage where there is no signal, phone and landline safety checks, and an SOS wearable with fall detection for the highest-risk roles.

Safe Alone App

One-tap check-ins, a panic button and GPS location from the worker's smartphone, with every missed check-in and alert answered by a live operator, 24/7.

Real-Time Dashboard

See who's active, who's checked in, and who needs attention — all on one screen. Map view with live GPS, status indicators, and compliance reports.

Smart Button

For drivers and warehouse staff. One press checks in, press and hold raises the alarm, phone stays in the cab or a pocket. Pairs with the Safe Alone app.

Satellite Coverage

Remote highways, northern corridors, and mountain passes with zero cell coverage. The satellite device sends check-ins and GPS location from anywhere along the route — no dead zones.

Any Phone

Monitored

CHECK-IN CONFIRMED

Phone & Landline Check-Ins

Dispatch phone, personal cell, or any landline. Drivers check in with a simple call — no app required, no special equipment needed.

SOS Wearable

Automatic fall and impact detection for drivers and warehouse workers. Triggers an alert if it senses a collision, fall, or sudden impact — even if the worker is unconscious.

How CheckMate Works

A simple, proven system that keeps your lone workers connected and protected — every shift, every day.

Check-In Prompt

Drivers receive scheduled check-in prompts via the satellite device, the app, or a phone call. One tap confirms they're safe — giving dispatch peace of mind between stops.

Alert Triggered

Missed check-in? Our system immediately flags it. No delay, no assumptions — just instant awareness.

Team Notified

Our ULC-certified operators call the worker, then escalate to supervisors. Real humans, real follow-through.

Safety Ensured

Every incident is documented. Every worker is accounted for. Peace of mind — backed by 55+ years of expertise.

Many apps send alerts.
We take action.

Live 24/7 Monitoring Centre

ULC 5-Diamond certified. When someone misses a check-in, our operators are already calling — not sending another notification.

Safety checks in 2026

Real-Time Protection

Over 3.7 million safety checks completed annually across 900+ Canadian organizations.

Since 1968

Over 55 years of security expertise. A proven safety partner for Canadian organizations.

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CAMPBELL RIVER MARINE TERMINAL

"A marine terminal isn’t a nine-to-five environment. Our people work in conditions and at hours where being out of contact for too long is a real risk. CheckMate has been a straightforward way to keep tabs on everyone without hovering."

Ann Adams

IMPERIAL PARKING

"Since our field team started using the CheckMate app, we’ve significantly improved our ability to monitor their safety. The app provides daily check-in reports and sends alerts whenever a team member forgets to check in, enabling our operations team to respond promptly and stay informed."

Tammy Danielson, Support Service Manager

COLUMBIA FUELS

"When the guys forgot to check in, I got the call. Every time. A hundred percent. If you’re looking for a solution to working alone safety, CheckMate is a no-brainer."

Mike Marriott

FAQ

Common questions from logistics & transportation teams

The satellite device communicates via the Iridium network, which covers 100% of Canada — including northern highways, mountain passes, and remote corridors with zero cell coverage. Drivers send check-ins and GPS location from anywhere on their route. If a check-in is missed, our 24/7 operators begin the escalation protocol immediately, regardless of where the driver is.

CheckMate is designed to complement your existing fleet management and ELD systems, not replace them. Fleet management tracks vehicle location and hours of service — CheckMate monitors the safety of the person inside the vehicle. The two systems work together to give you complete visibility into both vehicle and driver status.

Drivers activate a check-in session at the start of their route and receive regular check-in prompts throughout the journey — whether it's a 4-hour regional run or a 3-day cross-country haul. Check-in intervals can be customized by route, time of day, or driver. The dashboard gives dispatch real-time visibility into every active driver's status and location.

Every Canadian province requires employers to have procedures for checking on workers who work alone. For transportation and logistics companies, this includes journey management protocols, regular check-in procedures, and emergency response plans. CheckMate automatically documents every check-in, alert, and escalation with timestamps and GPS — creating a complete compliance audit trail.

Yes. The CheckMate dashboard gives you a real-time view of every worker across all your operations — long-haul drivers on the road, courier routes in the city, and warehouse staff on the floor. Map view with live GPS, status indicators showing who's checked in and who needs attention, and full reporting by team, location, or individual worker.

Every route is a solo mission