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SPOT LONE WORKER SOLUTIONS

INTRODUCING

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SPOT delivers affordable, location-based messaging and life-saving emergency notification technology to tens of thousands of EMEA users, completely independent of mobile phone coverage. SPOT products make it easy to track adventurers in the wild and provide anti-theft protection for valuable assets such as boats, cars and bikes.

Thanks to its affordability and reliability, it is no longer just sailors, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts who have come to depend on SPOT’s life-saving capabilities. Globalstar has seen increasing interest from the B2B sector as businesses and NGOs fulfill their duty of care obligations to lone workers. Many emergency services organisations have come to rely on SPOT technology as well as recent new customers including the UK Forestry Commission, Northumbrian Water Group, Spanish Firefighters and the Lebanese Red Cross.

WHAT IS SPOT?

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TESTIMONIALS ......................................................................... 4

UK FORESTRY COMMISSION ................................................. 5

NORTHUMBRIAN WATER GROUP ........................................... 5

SPANISH FOREST FIREFIGHTERS .......................................... 6

LEBANESE RED CROSS ........................................................ 7

PRODUCTS .............................................................................. 8

SPOT GEN3® ........................................................................ 9

SPOT TRACE® .................................................................... 11

COVERAGE ............................................................................ 12

TABLE OFCONTENTS


TESTIMONIALS

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UK FORESTRY COMMISSIONIn February 2016, Global Telesat Communications (GTC), a leading value added reseller of Mobile Satellite Solutions (MSS) announced that the Forestry Commission in England and Scotland chose to deploy Globalstar’s SPOT GEN3 messengers under a new sales and support contract with GTC. With the deployment of the new SPOT GEN3 devices, the Forestry Commission improved the safety of its staff when working in areas with unreliable mobile phone and radio communications.

The Forestry Commission chose SPOT because of its small size and ease-of-use as well as its long battery life and affordability. The Commission intends to deploy approximately 550 units between 2016 and 2017.

“In an emergency situation, particularly if a person is in danger of going into shock, having a device that is quick and easy to use is paramount. We wanted something small enough to fit in a pocket, yet able to provide a lifeline in critical situations,” said a spokesperson for the Forestry Commission. “Many members of our team work in the most remote parts of the UK which are unreachable by radio and mobile phones. With the SPOT GEN3, they have a satellite-based device that brings peace of mind.”

NORTHUMBRIAN WATER GROUPIn January 2016, SPOT GEN3 safety devices were deployed by major UK water provider Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) to track and protect lone and remote workers.

The well-being and safety of NWG’s employees is a top priority and the initial deployment of over 300 SPOT GEN3 devices enhances the safety of 1,500 employees who carry out checks on reservoirs in remote areas, where GSM signal can be unreliable or non-existent. A “low-risk” category of occasional lone workers, either in offices or in the field, have access to a bespoke smartphone app for summoning help as part of a unique solution developed by Globalstar’s specialist partner, Lone Worker Solutions™, who spearheaded the agreement.

Northumbrian Water Group conducted a lengthy and rigorous competitive selection process involving 46 technology providers before selecting staff security specialists Lone Worker Solutions to provide a hybrid satellite and smartphone solution based around Globalstar’s competitively priced SPOT GEN3. This

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hybrid approach results in better operational efficiency and the affordability of both the device and subscription fees helps to optimise return on investment.

Northumbrian Water - Health, Safety and Environment Consultant Team Leader Diane Somerville commented: “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff is an extremely high priority for Northumbrian Water Group and it helps us attract and retain skilled employees. Feedback from staff on the new solution and SPOT has already been overwhelmingly positive. Our employees are telling us that the system is easy to use and we are delighted that we are delivering on our ongoing commitment to constantly ensure that our people are safe while at work while they provide vital services to our customers.”

SPANISH FOREST FIREFIGHTERSIn July 2015, SPOT GEN3 safety device was selected to track and protect teams of firefighters as they battle against forest fire and wildfires in the vast expanse of Castilla La Mancha in central Spain.

Junta de Castilla La Mancha, the administrative authority whose responsibilities include forest and wildfire management for this region, selected wildfire solutions specialist Technosylva to provide 250 SPOT GEN3 devices in order to safely track its forest fire and wildfire response teams and vehicles. Fire is a major problem in the dry and often hot region, and some 2,000 response personnel are always on standby to help keep forest and wildfire at bay.

Technosylva provides sophisticated fire behaviour analysis and management software. Joaquin Ramirez Cisneros, Principal Consultant at Technosylva, explains why Globalstar’s SPOT GEN3 was chosen to be an integral part of his company’s Wildfire Management System: “To keep our crews safe, it is critical to track where the firefighters are at all times, in relation to the engine and equipment resources, and how far away they are from the heart of the fire. Providing these professional teams with the communications and support they need in the extremely dangerous situation of wildfire is an absolute must.”

WE ARE DELIGHTED THAT WE ARE DELIVERING ON OUR ONGOING COMMITMENT TO CONSTANTLY ENSURE THAT OUR PEOPLE ARE SAFE WHILE AT WORK.

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Ramirez Cisneros points to the SPOT GEN3’s integrated sensors that report when the device is moving, and its ability to be powered by USB as particular major benefits to firefighters.

With SPOT, emergency services can precisely track fire fighting team’s location, via a user-friendly display of GPS positions in near real-time via the Technosylva fiResponse™ platform, a wildfire decision support system based in ESRI™ technology. If a firefighter needs help urgently, with the single press of a button, emergency services will be alerted, their GPS coordinates will be transmitted, and their rescue operation be initiated.

LEBANESE RED CROSSIn November 2015, the Lebanese Red Cross, the sole provider of emergency medical services in Lebanon, deployed 125 handheld SPOT GEN3 safety devices to enhance the safety of its workers.

The Lebanese Red Cross use SPOT GEN3 to track the location of its volunteers and search and rescue teams as they respond to critical emergencies. In such situations, volunteers can simply press an S.O.S. button to send their coordinates over the Globalstar satellite network.

Red Cross managers can also install the SPOT app on their smartphones and tablets to read messages and see where each volunteer is located using Google MapsTM.

SPOT GEN3’s small size and long battery life make it ideal for remote volunteers in Lebanon’s remote areas and mountains to keep in touch.

According to Rodney Eid, Assistant Director for Crisis Management at Red Cross Lebanon, “Our volunteers and staff are working in some of the most difficult environments across the country. With SPOT GEN3 we will have the reassurance that our hard working team is safe and, if they are in life-threatening situations, they can press a single button and we can quickly respond and work with other emergency services to rescue them.”

WITH SPOT GEN3 WE WILL HAVE THE REASSURANCE THAT OUR HARD WORKING TEAM IS SAFE.


PRODUCTS

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PRODUCTS SPOT GEN3 gives you a critical, life-saving line of communication when you travel beyond the boundaries of cell service. The latest generation of award-winning SPOT devices, SPOT GEN3 lets colleagues, family and friends know you’re okay, or if the worst should happen, sends emergency responders your GPS location - all with the push of a button. Add this rugged, pocket-sized device to your essential gear and stay connected wherever you roam.

GLOBAL SATELLITE GPS MESSENGER

SPOTGEN3

HELP/SPOT ASSISTRequest help from your friends and family at your GPS location. Or, ask for help from professional assistance organizations.

CUSTOM MESSAGE Let contacts know where you are by sending a pre-programmed message with your GPS location.

TRACK Automatically send and save your location and allow contacts to track your progress using Google Maps™.

CHECK IN Let contacts know where you are and that you’re okay with a pre-programmed message.

S.O.S. In an emergency, send an S.O.S. with your GPS location to GEOS, who facilitates search and rescue.

FEATURES


ENHANCED TRACKING SERVICESCUSTOM TRACKING RATE: SPOT GEN3’s customized tracking allows you to change the rate tracks are sent to 2 ½, 5, 10, 30, or 60 minutes when you upgrade to one of the new tracking services: Unlimited or Extreme Tracking. MOTION-ACTIVATED TRACKING: A vibration sensor tells SPOT to send your GPS location when you are moving and to stop when you do. This conserves battery power and avoids sending duplicate tracks.

CONTINUOUS TRACKING: When you upgrade to Unlimited or Extreme Tracking, SPOT GEN3 will send track messages until you turn off your SPOT. No need to reset after 24 hours.

STOP/START MOVEMENT ALERTS: If the user stops moving for a period of time (minimum 30 mins), a STOP alert is sent. This can act as a “heads-up” that something is wrong when a person stops moving in an area where they are supposed to be on the move.

HEIGHT: 3.43 in (8.72 cm) WIDTH: 2.56 in (6.5 cm) THICKNESS: 1 in (2.54 cm)WEIGHT: 4.0 oz (114 g) with lithium batteriesOPERATING TEMP: -30° C to 60° C (-22° F to 140° F)OPERATING ALTITUDE: -100 m to +6,500 m (-328 ft to +21,320 ft)HUMIDITY RATED: MIL-STD-810F, Method 507.3, 95% to 100% cond.VIBRATION RATED: Per SAE J1455WATERPROOF RATED: IPX7 (1 m for up to 30 minutes)

BATTERY TYPE• 4 AAA Energizer® Ultimate lithium 8x batteries (L92)• 4 AAA Energizer® NiMH rechargeable batteries (NH12)• Line Power with a 5v USB connection

LONGER BATTERY LIFE• 18 month battery life in standby mode or 17 days sending positions every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day • More than 2x the battery life of the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger• Send 1,250 Check In and Custom Messages on a single set of lithium batteries

SPOT GEN3 INCLUDESStrap; Carabiner; USB Cable; Batteries; Quick Reference Guide

SPECIFICATIONS

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SPOT TRACE is a theft-alert tracking device that provides satellite GPS location services and movement alert monitoring, independent of cell towers, radio frequency and Wi-Fi. Track Anything. Anytime. Anywhere.

Once activated and powered on, SPOT TRACE will acquire its exact coordinates from the GPS network. SPOT TRACE sends the GPS location to communication satellites. The satellites relay the message to a ground network, which uses the internet to route the message to your phone or computer. SPOT TRACE allows you to monitor your asset and track its movement in near real-time via Google Maps. Because SPOT TRACE uses satellite technology, it can communicate from some of the most remote locations around the world. Never let your most valuable asset disappear without a trace.

THEFT-ALERT TRACKING DEVICE

SPOTTRACE

FEATURES• Receive text/email messages when SPOT’s vibration sensor detects new movement• Monitor asset’s GPS coordinates using Google Maps in near real-time• Satellite technology tracks beyond the reach of traditional cellular coverage• Select from 2 ½, 5, 10, 30 or 60 minute tracking intervals depending on service plan• Small, easy-to-mount size (options: reversible mounting bracket, industrial double sided tape, adhesive grip pad or adhesive velcro strips)• Long battery life & plug-in power options


COVERAGEHEIGHT: 2.02 in (5.13 cm) WIDTH: 2.69 in (6.83 cm) THICKNESS: .95 in (2.14 cm)WEIGHT: 3.1 oz (87.9 g)OPERATING TEMP: -30° C to 60° C (-22° F to 140° F)OPERATING ALTITUDE: -328 ft to 21,320 ft (-100 m to 6,500 m)HUMIDITY RATED: MIL-STD-810F, Method 507.3, 95% to 100% cond.VIBRATION RATED: Per SAE J1455WATERPROOF RATED: IPX7 (1 m for up to 30 minutes)

BATTERY TYPE• 4 AAA Energizer® Ultimate lithium 8x batteries (L92) - included• 4 AAA Energizer NiMH rechargeable batteries (NH12) - sold separately• Line Power with a 5v USB connection (not waterproof) - included• SPOT TRACE Waterproof DC Power Cable - sold separately MULTI-PURPOSE DESIGN• Compact, inconspicuous design allows device to blend in seamlessly with surroundings • Made from durable, long-lasting materials• Lightweight, goes anywhere INCLUDED MOUNTING OPTIONS• Reversible mounting bracket• Industrial strength double-sided tape• Adhesive grip pad• Adhesive hook and loop tape SPOT TRACE INCLUDESUSB Cable; Batteries; Quick Reference Guide; Mounting options;

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COVERAGE


96% Or better probability of successfully sending a single message within 20 minutes.

Reduced coverage available within a 20 minute period.

Last Updated 2015-02-09. Estimated coverage area. Actual coverage may vary. Success rates are forecasts for a SPOT messenger to successfully deliver a single message during a 20-minute period, based on network availability. Additionally, in everyday conditions it is normal for some messages to be blocked by your environment, such as hills or buildings. That’s why the SPOT Messenger is scheduled to automatically send multiple messages in every mode – giving you excellent overall reliability.

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— RODNEY EID Assistant Director for Crisis Management at Red Cross Lebanon

Our volunteers and staff are working in some of the most difficult environments across the country. With SPOT Gen3 we will have the reassurance that our hard working team is safe and, if they are in life-threatening situations, they can press a single button and we can quickly respond and work with other emergency services to rescue them.


Visit FindMeSPOT.com to find out more about what SPOT can do for you or contact Gary King, SPOT Regional

Sales Manager - EMEA, [email protected]

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