RTLS & Digital Twins for
Connected Worker Safety
Protect your workforce, automate compliance, and improve safety with LocaXion’s
RTLS-powered Connected Worker Solutions. Get real-time visibility,
sub-meter accuracy, and smarter safety through Digital Twin technology.
The LocaXion Multi-Tech Advantage
Combining UWB, BLE, Vision, WiFi, and RFID to deliver an employee location tracking system for safety.
Why vendor agnostic matters in connected worker safety: Different environments demand different technologies. Use UWB for sub meter accuracy in high-risk zones, BLE for continuous employee location monitoring, Vision for PPE compliance, and WiFi for seamless indoor connectivity, all within one unified system.
This multi technology approach supports real-time hazard monitoring, automated alerts, and faster emergency response. Companies using LocaXion RTLS have achieved measurable results, including 34% fewer workplace incidents, 40% faster evacuation, and 25% higher PPE compliance.
Core Mixed Fleet Capabilities
Real-time visibility and intelligence for every workforce zone. Track employees’
location, monitor safety compliance, and prevent
incidents with sub-meter accuracy and instant alerts.
Hazard Zone Monitoring
Prevent unauthorized access with sub-meter accuracy and instant safety alerts.
Deep DiveEmergency Evacuation Tracking
Locate every worker in real time and speed up evacuation response by 40%.
Deep DivePPE and Compliance Monitoring
Automate PPE checks and verifies worker certifications for safer site operations.
Deep DiveCollision and Proximity Alerts
Detect worker-equipment proximity and prevent workplace collisions instantly.
Deep DiveHazard Zone Monitoring
LocaXion offers connected worker safety solutions that combine RTLS and Digital Twins to prevent accidents in high-risk zones. The system continuously monitors employee movement and sends real-time alerts when workers enter restricted or hazardous areas. This approach supports OSHA 1910.146 for confined space monitoring and ISO 45001 standards for risk control, helping facilities reduce liability and strengthen workplace safety programs.
What We Capture
- Restricted Zone Entry: Instant alerts when workers enter unauthorized areas.
- Geo Fencing Control: Virtual safety zones around high-risk operations.
- PPE Verification: Confirms safety gear compliance before zone access.
- Proximity Alerts: Prevents unsafe worker–equipment interactions.
Business Impact
Facilities using LocaXion’s RTLS and Digital Twin safety solutions have reported a 34% reduction in workplace incidents and improved compliance with OSHA and ISO 45001 safety standards.
Emergency Evacuation Tracking & Accountability
Improve accountability and reduce evacuation time with real-time RTLS tracking.
LocaXion offers connected worker safety solutions that combine RTLS and Digital Twins to improve accountability and reduce evacuation time during emergencies. RTLS tracks every employee’s location in real time, confirming when they reach assigned safety zones. During a fire drill at an automotive manufacturing plant, more than 2,000 employees were monitored, allowing supervisors to quickly identify who had not yet reached safety. This supports compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, ensuring full occupant accountability in emergencies and strengthening business continuity plans.
What We Capture
- Real Time Worker Location: Live tracking of all personnel during evacuation.
- Evacuation Zone Confirmation: Ensures every worker reaches the safe zone.
- Accountability Reports: Identifies missing or delayed employees instantly.
- Alert History Logs: Records every response event for compliance audits.
Business Impact
Organizations using LocaXion’s RTLS and Digital Twin safety solutions have improved emergency response by 40 percent, reduced downtime, and ensured full compliance with NFPA 101 emergency safety standards.
PPE & Certification Compliance Automation
Automate PPE and certification compliance with RTLS and Digital Twin intelligence.
LocaXion combines RTLS and Digital Twin technologies to automate worker compliance in high-risk zones. The solution verifies certifications, monitors PPE usage, and restricts access if credentials are expired or equipment is missing. It supports OSHA 1910.132 for PPE enforcement and ISO 45001 for continuous safety improvement while reducing manual checks and improving workforce accountability.
What We Capture
- PPE Validation: Detects required safety gear before zone access.
- Certification Verification: Confirms worker credentials automatically.
- Access Control Logs: Tracks entry to restricted areas by authorization level.
- Training Expiry Alerts: Flags expired or incomplete safety certifications.
Business Impact
Companies using RTLS and Digital Twin–based compliance monitoring have achieved up to 25% higher PPE adherence and reduced administrative workload through automated enforcement.
Proximity Monitoring & Collision Prevention
Maintain safe distances between workers and moving equipment.
LocaXion offers connected worker safety solutions that use RTLS and Digital Twin technologies to maintain safe distances between workers and moving equipment. The solution detects proximity in real time and triggers instant alerts or automatic slowdowns to prevent collisions. This helps reduce near misses, improve awareness, and strengthen floor safety across operations.
What We Capture
- Proximity Detection: Monitors safe distance between workers and vehicles.
- Collision Prevention Triggers: Sends alerts or adjusts movement automatically.
- Zone Awareness: Recognizes safe and restricted movement areas.
- Safety Analytics: Identifies recurring near miss zones for preventive action.
Business Impact
Facilities implementing LocaXion’s RTLS and Digital Twin safety solutions have significantly reduced near miss incidents while maintaining compliance with ANSI ITSDF B56.1 standards for workplace safety.
Real-time visibility is the foundation. Now explore how RTLS and Digital Twin integration transform employee location data into operational intelligence that predicts risks, automates compliance, and enhances safety across your entire workforce.
Why Your Safety Team Can Track Location but Can’t See the Full Picture
Most facilities say, “we know where employees are, but not what’s happening around them.” The connected worker safety needs:
1. Unified Visibility – Track employees' location across departments, visitors, and contractors in one unified view.
2. Compliance Awareness – Link real-time location data with certifications, PPE status, and safety rules to prevent violations.
3. Predictive Intelligence – Use historical movement patterns and digital twin data to identify risks before they turn into incidents.
Why Traditional Tracking Fails
Conventional safety tools only show last known locations. They can’t detect PPE violations, verify training status, or simulate emergency outcomes. As a result, teams react to incidents instead of preventing them, leaving blind spots in compliance and response.
LocaXion’s Context-Aware Safety Approach
LocaXion combines RTLS and Digital Twin technologies to unify worker visibility, automate compliance checks, and deliver context-aware insights that predict risks, reduce incidents, and ensure every shift ends safely.
Advanced Connected Worker Applications
RTLS + Digital Twin integration turns connected worker tracking into operational intelligence. Monitor movement, enforce safety zones, and automate compliance with real-time visibility across your workforce.
Real-Time Worker Visibility
Locate employees instantly and monitor zone-level movement with sub-meter accuracy.
Learn more →Proximity & Collision Alert
Detect unsafe proximity to equipment or vehicles and trigger instant alerts.
Learn more →Evacuation & Emergency Response
Ensure full accountability and faster rescues during drills or emergencies.
Learn more →Access Control Automation
Restrict entry to hazardous areas based on worker roles, certification, and PPE compliance.
Learn more →Smart Hazard Zone Alerts
Create live geo-fences that detect unsafe entry or missing protective gear in real time.
Learn more →Fatigue & Wellness Monitoring
Analyze worker movement and activity to prevent overexertion and identify fatigue risks early.
Learn more →Shift Optimization
Improve staffing and workload balance with real-time workforce data.
Learn more →Incident Recovery & Downtime Reduction
Restore operations faster with real-time worker and equipment insights.
Learn more →Skill & Task Alignment
Assign tasks to trained workers to reduce errors and boost productivity.
Learn more →Real-Time Worker Visibility
Every second counts. See where your people are instantly and accurately.
Real-time worker visibility helps organizations monitor employee locations, ensure safety compliance, and respond quickly to emergencies. RTLS and Digital Twin integration create a live map of workforce movement, enabling proactive safety management and operational efficiency.
What We Capture
- Real-time employee positions across zones and floors
- Entry and exit timestamps for safety and compliance
- Workforce density and movement heatmaps
- Shift-wise presence data for audit-ready reporting
What It Enables
- Continuous visibility of every worker in real time
- Automatic alerts when workers enter restricted zones
- Compliance tracking with OSHA 1910.146 for confined spaces
- Data-driven workforce planning and supervision
Operational Outcomes
34% reduction in workplace incidents. 25% increase in PPE and safety compliance. 4.5 minutes faster evacuation confirmation per drill.
Proximity & Collision Alerts
When people and machines move together, every inch matters.
LocaXion’s proximity and collision alert system uses RTLS and Digital Twin intelligence to monitor real-time distances between workers, forklifts, and AGVs. By detecting unsafe interactions before they occur, it enables proactive safety intervention, preventing incidents and strengthening compliance.
What We Capture
- Real-time distance between workers and vehicles or AGVs.
- Motion and direction data from BLE and UWB tags.
- Dynamic zone mapping for collision-prone areas.
What It Enables
- Instant alerts for unsafe worker-equipment proximity.
- Automatic forklift slow-down or stop signals.
- Enforced pedestrian-only paths through digital geofencing.
- Alignment with ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 safety standards.
Operational Outcomes
70% fewer near-miss collisions.
25% fewer lost workdays per year.
Safer workflows with verified OSHA 1910.178 compliance.
Evacuation & Emergency Response
In a crisis, every second saved is a life protected. Make accountability automatic.
LocaXion’s RTLS-powered evacuation intelligence provides real-time worker visibility, automated accountability, and compliance-aligned emergency monitoring. During drills or actual incidents, supervisors instantly know who is safe, who is missing, and where congestion may delay evacuation.
What We Capture
- Real-time worker count and last-known locations.
- Route congestion data and evacuation timing.
- Drill performance metrics and compliance-ready audit logs.
What It Enables
- Instant identification of unaccounted personnel.
- Automated alerts and real-time zone status updates.
- Full integration with NFPA 101 emergency safety standards.
- Post-event analytics for faster, more effective future responses.
Operational Outcomes
40% faster emergency response times.
100% visibility of worker status during drills.
Improved compliance and reduced downtime risk.
Access Control Automation
Not every door should open. Let data decide who enters and when.
LocaXion’s RTLS-driven access automation verifies worker identity, certification status, and PPE compliance before allowing entry into controlled or high-risk areas. By integrating RTLS with badge readers and digital safety systems, the solution enforces access policies automatically and maintains audit-ready documentation for regulatory compliance.
What We Capture
- Worker ID, certification status, and PPE compliance in real time.
- Access requests and entry attempts across restricted zones.
- Integration data from badge readers, sensors, and BLE/UWB tags.
- Role-based permissions aligned with safety protocols.
What It Enables
- Automated entry control for certified workers only.
- Real-time alerts for unauthorized or unsafe access attempts.
- Audit-ready tracking for ISO 45001 and OSHA 1910.146 compliance.
- Seamless integration with existing access and safety systems.
Operational Outcomes
100% restriction enforcement in high-risk zones.
25% reduction in safety violations.
Lower administrative effort through automated access verification.
Smart Hazard Zone Alerts
Unsafe zones don’t wait. Detect, alert, and act before incidents happen.
LocaXion’s Smart Hazard Zone Alerts use RTLS and Digital Twin intelligence to detect unsafe proximity, PPE violations, and zone-level hazards in real time. The system prevents incidents by automating alerts, enforcing safety boundaries, and escalating notifications to supervisors when conditions require action.
What We Capture
- Worker proximity to hazardous areas or machinery.
- PPE usage data synced with BLE or UWB tags.
- Zone entry time, exposure duration, and risk level.
- Real-time environment and occupancy data.
What It Enables
- Dynamic geofencing that adjusts safety based on zone conditions.
- Instant alerts when workers enter unsafe zones or lack proper PPE.
- Automatic notifications to supervisors and control centers.
- Documentation for OSHA 1910.132 and NFPA compliance reporting.
Operational Outcomes
75% increase in near-miss reporting accuracy.
34% fewer workplace incidents.
Improved compliance and proactive hazard prevention.
Fatigue & Wellness Monitoring
Fatigue doesn’t announce itself. Spot early warning signs and protect your workforce.
LocaXion’s Fatigue & Wellness Monitoring system uses RTLS movement intelligence and Digital Twin behavioral analytics to identify early indicators of operator fatigue. By tracking activity patterns, shift duration, and strain exposure, it enables timely intervention to prevent injuries and improve workforce well-being.
What We Capture
- Worker movement, pace, and activity patterns.
- Long-shift duration, idle times, and high-strain repetitions.
- Heatmap data to detect extended exposure or reduced activity.
- Correlation with task type and environmental conditions.
What It Enables
- Real-time fatigue detection and early intervention alerts.
- Automated break recommendations based on workload patterns.
- Integration with supervisor dashboards for shift-level insights.
- Compliance with OSHA ergonomics and injury prevention guidelines.
Operational Outcomes
20–30% fewer fatigue-related incidents.
45% faster supervisor response to fatigue alerts.
Healthier, more productive workforce over extended shifts.
Shift Optimization
Smarter shifts start with real-time data. Keep teams balanced and productive.
LocaXion’s Shift Optimization engine uses RTLS-powered workforce visibility to improve labor efficiency, balance workloads, and ensure the right number of employees are in the right place at the right time. Real-time workforce intelligence eliminates guesswork from shift planning and operational staffing.
What We Capture
- Workforce presence by zone, shift, and department.
- Entry and exit times for accurate attendance tracking.
- Active vs idle time metrics for each employee.
- Workforce density data to identify underused areas.
What It Enables
- Automated shift and staffing adjustments in real time.
- Balanced task distribution across operations.
- Identification of bottlenecks or unproductive time slots.
- Integration with ERP systems for workforce scheduling.
Operational Outcomes
25% higher shift-level productivity.
4 fewer lost workdays per 100 employees.
Improved workload balance and task efficiency.
Incident Recovery & Downtime Reduction
In a disruption, visibility is your fastest recovery plan.
LocaXion’s incident recovery intelligence uses RTLS and Digital Twin data to accelerate operational recovery after unplanned disruptions. By providing real-time visibility of workers, equipment, and movement patterns, teams can respond faster, restore continuity, and minimize downtime.
What We Capture
- Real-time worker locations during emergencies or shutdowns.
- Equipment interaction and movement data in affected zones.
- Evacuation times and route congestion analytics.
- Cross-linked alerts from alarms and RTLS systems.
What It Enables
- Rapid identification of impacted areas and available staff.
- Quick reallocation of workers to restore operations.
- Integration with emergency and facility systems.
- Post-incident data for better future planning.
Operational Outcomes
40% faster recovery after unplanned disruptions.
Lower downtime-related costs and response delays.
Improved business continuity and operational control.
Skill & Task Alignment
When skills match the task, efficiency becomes effortless.
LocaXion ensures the right people perform the right tasks by connecting RTLS insights with worker certifications, training history, and machine access permissions. This reduces errors, improves productivity, and enforces compliance requirements automatically.
What We Capture
- Training and certification records for each employee.
- Machine access logs linked to operator credentials.
- Alerts for expired or missing qualifications.
- Task performance history by employee role.
What It Enables
- Automated verification before task or machine access.
- Prevention of unqualified or unauthorized task assignments.
- Integration with HR or LMS systems for training validation.
- Compliance tracking aligned with OSHA 1910.147 requirements.
Operational Outcomes
20% fewer process errors and delays.
Consistent output quality across shifts.
Higher productivity through verified workforce-task alignment.
RTLS + Digital Twin expertise enhances connected worker safety through seamless
integration with existing EHS, access control, workforce management, and facility systems.
Connected Worker System Integrations
Seamlessly connect RTLS, Digital Twin, and IoT insights with your enterprise ecosystem for
unified safety intelligence, operational automation, and continuous compliance.
EHS Integration
Intelex, Enablon, Cority. Automated incident logging, exposure tracking, and safety compliance.
Learn MoreAccess Control Integration
LenelS2, Honeywell Pro-Watch, HID Global. Enforce role-based entry and PPE compliance with RTLS data.
Learn MoreMaintenance & CMMS Integration
IBM Maximo, SAP EAM, Fiix. Trigger predictive maintenance and assign nearby technicians safely.
Learn MoreFacility Management & BMS Integration
Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell. Automate evacuation, monitor air quality, and ensure safe operations.
Learn MoreIncident & Risk Management Systems
Resolver, Intelex, Enablon. Capture RTLS alerts, automate reporting, and track corrective actions.
Learn MoreIoT & Wearable Device Integration
Blackline Safety, Honeywell, Guardhat. Sync wearables and sensors for real-time hazards and health alerts.
Learn MoreCompliance & Audit Systems
Corporate Dashboards and Audit Tools. Automate reports, validate PPE data, and maintain digital compliance.
Learn MoreEHS & Safety Management Integration
Integrate LocaXion’s RTLS data with your existing EHS and safety management platforms to create a live, self-updating risk intelligence layer. Automate incident reporting, exposure tracking, and preventive alerts to strengthen connected worker safety and ensure compliance with OSHA 1910, ISO 45001, and corporate safety frameworks.
Integration Capabilities
- Incident Auto-Logging: Automatically generate incident reports from RTLS safety alerts and near-miss events.
- Real-Time Exposure Monitoring: Track worker dwell time in high-decibel, high-temperature, or hazardous gas zones.
- Risk Analytics: Correlate location data with shift patterns and process deviations to identify root-cause trends.
- Audit-Ready Data: Maintain digital, time-stamped logs for inspections, audits, and certifications.
- Preventive Alerts: Trigger automated warnings for repeated safety violations or abnormal exposure durations.
Supported Platforms
Integrates through REST APIs or data connectors with systems such as Intelex, Enablon, Cority, VelocityEHS, and SpheraCloud.
Access Control Integration
Combine RTLS worker tracking with door access, badge, and biometric systems to enforce training, certification, and PPE compliance in real time. Only qualified, authorized workers can enter designated production or maintenance zones.
Integration Capabilities
- Role-Based Access: Permit entry only for workers certified for specific equipment or zones.
- Dynamic Geo-Fencing: Restrict access to unsafe or maintenance-locked areas using RTLS boundaries.
- Unauthorized Entry Alerts: Notify supervisors instantly when access attempts violate safety protocols.
- Credential Synchronization: Sync worker IDs, badges, and biometric credentials with RTLS profiles.
- Compliance Logs: Generate auditable access history for ISO 45001 and corporate safety reviews.
Supported Platforms
Integrates with LenelS2, HID Global, Honeywell Pro-Watch, Johnson Controls P2000, and other industrial access-control systems via REST APIs and IoT gateways.
Maintenance & CMMS Integration
Integrate RTLS data directly with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to enable true predictive maintenance and technician safety automation.
Integration Capabilities
- Auto-Triggered Work Orders: Initiate maintenance tasks when equipment location, vibration, or cycle thresholds are breached.
- Proximity-Based Assignments: Dispatch the nearest qualified technician based on live RTLS worker position.
- Maintenance Safety Verification: Lock out equipment zones until trained personnel are confirmed on site.
- Downtime Analytics: Correlate asset utilization and maintenance response times for continuous improvement.
Supported Platforms
Connects via REST or OPC UA to IBM Maximo, Fiix, SAP EAM, UpKeep, and Infor EAM.
Facility Management & BMS Integration
Unify RTLS worker data with Building Management Systems (BMS) for synchronized evacuation, environmental monitoring, and energy optimization across industrial facilities.
Integration Capabilities
- Evacuation Automation: Trigger dynamic mustering and digital headcounts during drills or incidents.
- Alarm Synchronization: Link RTLS safety alerts with HVAC, lighting, and alarm systems for targeted responses.
- Environmental Monitoring: Detect temperature, gas, or air-quality anomalies and alert occupants instantly.
- Facility Intelligence: Merge RTLS data with BMS analytics for energy and safety performance dashboards.
Supported Platforms
Integrates with Johnson Controls Metasys, Honeywell Forge, Siemens Desigo CC, and Schneider Electric EcoStruxure.
Incident & Risk Management Systems
Connect RTLS alerts with enterprise incident and risk management tools to enable rapid response, analytics, and preventive planning.
Integration Capabilities
- Automated Incident Logging: Capture RTLS events such as falls, collisions, or zone breaches instantly.
- Root-Cause Analytics: Combine location, equipment, and worker data to understand failure patterns.
- Real-Time Notifications: Alert EHS teams and supervisors for immediate action.
- Corrective Action Tracking: Assign and verify follow-up actions digitally.
- Compliance Dashboards: Generate visual OSHA and ISO reports with zero manual entry.
Supported Platforms
Integrates with Resolver, Enablon, and Intelex.
IoT & Wearable Device Integration
Bridge RTLS data with industrial wearables, smart PPE, and environmental sensors for a truly connected workforce. Monitor health metrics, detect hazards, and automate emergency responses in real time.
Integration Capabilities
- Wearable Synchronization: Connect smart badges, helmets, and PPE with RTLS worker profiles.
- Hazard Detection: Ingest data from gas, vibration, proximity, or temperature sensors.
- Automatic Escalation: Trigger alerts and facility responses when thresholds are breached.
- Predictive Safety Analytics: Combine IoT data with RTLS trajectories for early risk prediction.
- Unified Dashboard: Visualize all worker and sensor data through one connected interface.
Supported Platforms
Integrates with Blackline Safety, Honeywell Connected Worker, Guardhat, Reactec, and industrial IoT hubs via REST, MQTT, and OPC UA protocols.
Compliance & Audit Systems
Automate compliance management by linking RTLS worker movement and PPE data to your audit, training, and certification platforms.
Integration Capabilities
- Automated Reporting: Generate compliance reports using live worker and zone data.
- PPE Verification: Validate PPE compliance through connected sensors or check-in events.
- Audit-Ready Logs: Maintain digital records aligned with OSHA 1910, NFPA 101, and ISO 45001.
- Training Validation: Confirm that only certified workers perform high-risk operations.
- Paperless Documentation: Eliminate manual checklists and accelerate audits.
Supported Platforms
Connects with corporate compliance dashboards and enterprise reporting systems through secure REST APIs and existing IT infrastructure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Connected Worker Safety
An employee tracking system uses RTLS and IoT technologies to monitor worker movement, zone entry, and safety conditions in real time. It helps improve visibility, reduce risk, and ensure compliance across facilities.
A safety tracker enables employee location monitoring through sensors or wearable tags. It continuously tracks personnel in hazardous environments, ensuring fast alerts and response during emergencies.
The connected worker concept links employees, equipment, and data through RTLS personnel tracking and digital twins. This integration improves decision-making, collaboration, and overall workplace safety.
An employee location tracking system uses wireless tags and fixed anchors to identify worker positions with sub-meter accuracy. It provides live insights into workforce distribution, congestion areas, and response times.
Tracking employee location helps safety managers prevent unauthorized access and detect potential hazards early. It also speeds up evacuation and rescue efforts during critical incidents.
Connected worker solutions use real-time data to improve workplace visibility, communication, and safety awareness. They help organizations monitor workers, equipment, and conditions more effectively to reduce risks and support informed decision-making.
A good safety tracking system or employee monitoring solution should include:
- Real-Time Location Tracking – Updates employee locations instantly.
- Accurate Indoor Positioning – Uses BLE, UWB, or Wi-Fi for precision.
- Emergency Features – Panic buttons for immediate help during emergencies.
- Privacy Controls – Let employees turn tracking on or off in non-work situations.
- Integration – Works with existing safety systems like access control or alarms.
- Analytics and Reports – Provides insights to improve safety policies and workplace layouts.
Privacy concerns are valid, especially if employees feel over-monitored. To address this, organizations using an employee location tracker or employee tracking solution should:
Be transparent about tracking purposes and emphasize that it supports safety, not performance monitoring.
Track only during work hours and in designated work areas to protect personal boundaries.
Follow privacy regulations such as GDPR or other local laws to ensure employee data protection.
These practices build trust and show that employee location tracking is designed to enhance safety rather than invade privacy.