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Table 10 Subtheme 3(c)

From: International guidelines to inform policy development to address client violence in South Africa: an ATA-document analysis

Subtheme 3 (c): Improve safekeeping by using new technology

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Supporting quotes

Policies

Each cell phone or laptop is connected to a GPS system online alerting management of their worker’s whereabouts at all times” [18]

Security in the office

“The ability to alarm others of an emergency or need for emergency assistance through the use of technology” [18]

Travelling to site

Mobile safety devices may incorporate GPS and/or audio/video recording…” [19]

During a visit

Keep GPS-enabled mobile phone applications activated at all times while in the field” [19]

“In general, a cell phone is very useful for students doing home visits” [30]

Transporting clients

“Use a mobile phone app such as BSafe that by touch or voice activates an SOS alert, including your location and live GPS tracking” [30]