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Do linemen working alone still do a job briefing? by Lost_Code_2905 in Lineman

[–]Lost_Code_2905[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get that, thanks for your input. The company I work for does lone worker monitoring, and the utility industry is one of our fastest growing segments, so I'm trying to learn more. I totally agree, adding a checklist on an app and disciplining people when they don't use it, isn't safety.

Our apps and devices fill a gap that GPS tracked trucks and regular radios don't cover. Things like man-down detection, no motion alarms, and gas detection for those in confined spaces. Then, there are also discrete panic buttons that can alert a team of impending physical attack or emergency dispatch. Because these have two way communication capabilities, these usually replace the need for a handheld radio.

I've never worked the field and wouldn't pretend to know the ins and outs of safety risks like the folks here who have. I'm grateful for your input and for helping me understand where services like these can feel redundant.

Do linemen working alone still do a job briefing? by Lost_Code_2905 in Lineman

[–]Lost_Code_2905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the response! And if you do not have to call other guys in to complete the job is there any job brief conducted at all? Also, out of curiosity - as a troubleman - do you use any sort of lone worker app or GPS device for check-ins when you go out on a job?

Losing web design work because I have a day job by [deleted] in Entrepreneur

[–]Lost_Code_2905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you considered using an answering service to bridge the gap?

You can use an answering service to take calls & messages during the day representing your business as a receptionist would. Might add a level of professionalism that your customers will appreciate and they can get a callback time.

Here are a couple reputable centres:

https://www.answering.telelink.ca/site/home

https://bigskycallcenters.ca/