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18 June 2025
Workplace violence is becoming an increasing concern across Ireland. In just five years, over 50,000 attacks on healthcare workers were recorded in Northern Ireland (ITV). In 2023 alone, 4,106 nurses and midwives were assaulted in the Republic (Irish Examiner).
This isn’t just a healthcare issue. Staff in education, retail, and correctional services are also facing soaring levels of aggression, threats, and intimidation. Earlier this year it was reported that over a fifth of Irish retail workers experience abusive behaviour from the public on a weekly basis. For organisations across these sectors, the need for staff safety alarms in Ireland has never been clearer.
Pinpoint’s safety alarm systems provide real-time, discreet protection for frontline workers, providing a fast response in high-risk scenarios and giving staff the confidence to do their jobs safely.
The Growing Need for Staff Safety Alarms in Ireland
Violence, verbal abuse, and stress-related absences are rising across multiple industries. In 2025, a report revealed 22 healthcare workers were off sick each day/ in a single day following workplace assaults.
Frontline workers, particularly those in healthcare and retail, are under immense pressure, often leading to longer wait times for patients. This can trigger frustration not only in the patients themselves but also in their accompanying family members and friends.
Under Irish law and guidance from the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), employers have a legal duty to protect workers from foreseeable harm. This includes managing and conducting all work activities in a way that, as far as reasonably practicable, ensures the safety, health, and welfare of employees. Employers must also design, provide, and maintain a safe workplace this may include the implementation of controls such as panic buttons, wearable duress alarms, and real-time alert systems.
Quick response is critical. The sooner a staff member can discreetly raise the alarm, the more likely the situation can be de-escalated before harm occurs.
Beyond legal compliance, these systems send a powerful message: that an organisation values its people and is committed to their wellbeing.
Sector-Specific Risks and Solutions
Emergency departments, mental health units, and late-night shifts all come with elevated risk. Aggression from patients or visitors is not uncommon, and staff may be isolated when incidents occur.
Pinpoint’s wearable safety alarms allow staff to discreetly alert onsite responders with the push of a button. Real-time location tracking ensures help reaches the exact location – fast.
In schools and colleges, teachers and administrators face challenges ranging from student behavioural issues to external threats. But raising an alarm in front of students can disturb other pupils and make a situation worse.
Our P2 System sends silent, immediate alerts to notify staff of a potential situation, allowing colleagues to respond quickly and discreetly, while maintaining a calm learning environment.
Customer-facing staff are vulnerable to theft, verbal abuse, and physical threats. In these moments, support can feel out of reach.
The P2 System is the ideal solution for retail settings allowing employees to discreetly signal for help without escalating the situation. That peace of mind not only improves safety but boosts morale and retention in high-stress roles.
Prisons and High-Security Facilities
In correctional environments, seconds matter. A delayed response can mean the difference between control and chaos.
Our tamper-proof, prison-grade P2 System is designed for these high-risk scenarios, offering instant alerts and accurate location data to security teams. It’s the kind of infrastructure that protects lives—not just protocols.
What to Look for in a Staff Safety Alarm System
If you're evaluating staff safety alarms in Ireland, look for systems that balance discretion, speed, and integration:
- Discreet Activation – Staff should be able to trigger an alarm without attracting attention.
- Real-Time Location Tracking – Responders need to know the exact location of an incident to allocate resource appropriately.
- Immediate Alerts –Intelligent infrared capabilities mean that the Pinpoint System takes less than 85 milliseconds from activation to display.
In environments where stress runs high and safety is non-negotiable, your alarm system must perform flawlessly.
Training and Resources
Equally as important is staff training and available resources. When a Pinpoint System is installed, users will be given comprehensive training on how to use the system.
Further information on the system as well as instructional videos, datasheets and brochures can be found on the Resources page of our website.
With workplace violence on the rise in sectors like healthcare, education, retail, and correctional facilities, proactive safety measures are essential.
Pinpoint’s staff safety alarm systems are trusted across Ireland and Northern Ireland to keep frontline teams protected and supported.
Get in touch today to book a free consultation. Let us show you how smart, responsive alarm systems can safeguard your people – and your peace of mind.
