Emergency call buttons provide access to help in a crisis, offering peace of mind, so let’s answer three FAQs.
1. What is an emergency call button, and how does it work?
An emergency call button is a device that allows someone to alert emergency services or a monitoring centre at the press of a button. These buttons may be found in homes, especially those for the elderly or disabled; lifts; public toilets; or offices. When activated, the system connects to responders, who will assess the situation and dispatch help.
2. Who can use an emergency call button?
Anyone can use an emergency call button if they feel unsafe, unwell, or in danger. In care settings, they are often part of personal alarm systems worn as pendants or wristbands, ensuring 24/7 assistance. In public spaces or workplaces, they can summon help during accidents, health incidents, or security threats.
A range of wireless call buttons to be used in different situations is available from companies such as www.dinggly.com/products/wireless-call-buttons/.
3. Do emergency call buttons directly contact 999?
Many systems first connect to a response centre, where operators determine whether the emergency services should be called. Some advanced systems, particularly in healthcare settings, may link directly to 999 when necessary.
You can also make a call from your mobile phone. Apple’s iPhone features an Emergency SOS function, which means you can call for help without having to scroll through a long contact list.
Emergency call buttons are an important part of the UK’s safety network, designed to ensure assistance and reassurance whenever help is needed.
