# PG Smart — Lone Worker Protection

> Lone worker safety app with SOS alarm and two-way audio. (iPhone/iPad app by Pick Protection Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pg-smart/id1175127329 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pick Protection Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1175127328)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 81 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-03-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pg-smart/id1175127329/reviews.md

## What is PG Smart?

PG Smart by Pick Protection is an easy to use lone worker application that contains proactive and reactive features built to protect lone and high risk workers. Your device must be registered on Pick Protection's system before you are able to set up the app (see www.pickprotection.com for more information).

PG Smart is BS8484 accredited and works over a mobile or WiFi data connection.

In the event of an emergency, the PG Smart Application allows you to raise an SOS alarm by pressing the alarm button for two seconds. This will open a 2-way audio connection allowing the monitoring centre to establish the appropriate course of action including escalating to the emergency services if appropriate.

Disclaimer: PG Smart App requires continued background usage of location services to ensure accurate reporting of your location in an emergency which can decrease battery life.

## Key features

- SOS alarm activation
- Two-way audio connection
- Location tracking
- BS8484 accredited
- Mobile and WiFi connectivity

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pg-smart/id1175127329/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2019-01-04*

Works perfectly!

## Frequently asked questions about PG Smart

### How do I set up PG Smart?

Your device must be registered on Pick Protection's system before you can set up the PG Smart app. More information can be found on www.pickprotection.com.

### Does PG Smart require an internet connection?

Yes, PG Smart works over a mobile or WiFi data connection to ensure that alarms and communication can be transmitted effectively.

### What happens when I activate the SOS alarm on PG Smart?

Pressing the alarm button for two seconds on PG Smart opens a two-way audio connection. This allows the monitoring centre to assess the situation and escalate to emergency services if necessary.

### Does PG Smart affect my device's battery life?

PG Smart requires continued background usage of location services for accurate emergency reporting, which can decrease battery life.

### Is PG Smart available on Android devices?

PG Smart is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is not explicitly mentioned as being available for Android.

### When was PG Smart last updated?

PG Smart was last updated on October 5, 2022, with version 2.6.4.

### Does PG Smart have ads?

No, PG Smart does not contain advertisements.

### What is the age rating for PG Smart?

PG Smart has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6.4 — 2022-10-05

We have added the ability to toggle Fall Detection on/off when allowed by your administrator.

### 2.6.2 — 2022-05-12

+ Fixed an issue where Time at Risk sessions repeatedly notified a user it was overdue if attempted in poor network conditions.

### 2.6.1 — 2022-04-12

This version adds support for a custom time at risk warning tone to be used for your organisation, which can be set from PG Cloud.

### 2.6.0 — 2022-04-06

We have added a new way for you to test your time at risk alert volume and improved the time at risk alert with more frequent vibrations. We have also introduced a new Home Zone feature so that you can set your home location to stop Time at Risk alerts escalating to SOS when you are back home or have returned to the office.

### 2.5.1 — 2022-03-25

We've re-engineered parts of the app to better communicate with PG Cloud that allow us to build more exciting and sophisticated features.

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