Safe Distance is an innovative technology solution designed to help businesses maintain safe distancing protocols within the workplace, thereby reducing the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19 and Influenza. By monitoring close-proximity interactions among employees, Safe Distance ensures adherence to distancing guidelines and facilitates efficient contact tracing when necessary. This enables organizations to safely reintegrate employees into the workplace while minimizing health risks. Key Features and Functionality: - Employee-Worn Bluetooth/LoRa Badge Sensor: Employees wear badges equipped with Bluetooth and LoRa technology to detect and record close-proximity interactions. - LoRa/4G LTE Gateway: The system utilizes gateways that collect data from the badges and transmit it securely to the cloud-based platform. - Cloud-Based Distancing Platform: This platform offers several functionalities: - Simplifies contact tracing by identifying and isolating individuals who have been in close contact with an infected employee, preventing potential workplace shutdowns. - Promotes compliance with distancing guidelines by tracking and cataloging close-proximity interactions. - Provides both historical and real-time data on employee interactions. - Supports monitoring of interactions across multiple locations, accommodating both employees and guests. - Offers a straightforward and cost-effective solution suitable for organizations of all sizes. Primary Value and Problem Solved: Safe Distance addresses the critical need for maintaining health and safety in the workplace by ensuring employees adhere to distancing guidelines and enabling rapid contact tracing when necessary. By effectively monitoring and managing close-proximity interactions, the solution helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases, thereby safeguarding employees and their families. Additionally, it minimizes operational disruptions by reducing the likelihood of full workplace shutdowns, ensuring business continuity.