{"id":1622,"date":"2023-04-17T07:10:04","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T07:10:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unitedsafety.net\/uslblog\/?p=1622"},"modified":"2026-07-02T11:39:35","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T11:39:35","slug":"access-control-and-geofencing-how-limiting-access-can-limit-incidents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unitedsafety.net\/uslblog\/2023\/04\/access-control-and-geofencing-how-limiting-access-can-limit-incidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Access control and geofencing \u2013 how limiting access can limit incidents"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Access control is a critical aspect of security management in any industry. This is especially true in industrial and oil and gas settings. The importance of access control in these industries cannot be overstated. These industries often deal with hazardous materials and equipment. Such materials and equipment can pose a serious risk to workers and the environment if not properly handled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>In the past, access control systems in industrial and oil and gas settings were typically limited to manual check-ins. Security personnel also monitored entry points. However, with the advancement of technology, real-time location systems (RTLS) solutions have emerged as a reliable and efficient way to manage access control. This applies especially in these settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RTLS solutions utilize various technologies such as RFID, GPS, and Wi-Fi to track the location of people and assets in real-time. As a result, organizations can monitor access points and track personnel movements. They can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedsafety.net\/safety-solutions\/real-time-solutions\/access-control\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.unitedsafety.net\/safety-solutions\/real-time-solutions\/access-control\/\">control access<\/a> to sensitive areas through geofencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-advantages\">Key Advantages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/static1.unitedsafety.net\/uslblog\/files\/2023\/04\/Access-control-and-geofencing-600x400-1.jpg\" alt=\"Access control and geofencing \u2013 how limiting access can limit incidents\" class=\"wp-image-1623 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static1.unitedsafety.net\/uslblog\/files\/2023\/04\/Access-control-and-geofencing-600x400-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/static1.unitedsafety.net\/uslblog\/files\/2023\/04\/Access-control-and-geofencing-600x400-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/static1.unitedsafety.net\/uslblog\/files\/2023\/04\/Access-control-and-geofencing-600x400-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>One key advantage of RTLS solutions is the ability to set up geofenced areas around critical infrastructure such as machinery. It is also useful for high-risk activity areas like confined space entries and hazardous material storage areas. The system can detect when an unauthorized person enters a geofenced area. It can also alert security personnel or automatically trigger access controls to prevent access.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedsafety.net\/safety-solutions\/real-time-solutions\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.unitedsafety.net\/safety-solutions\/real-time-solutions\/\">RTLS solutions<\/a> can also be integrated with other security systems such as video surveillance and alarms. This provides a more comprehensive security management system. The ability to track personnel movements and assets in real-time also enables organizations to quickly respond to emergency situations. For example, they can act quickly during fires or gas leaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another benefit of RTLS solutions is the ability to generate detailed reports on personnel movements and access control activities. These reports can be used to analyze security vulnerabilities and improve security measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, RTLS-based access control and geofencing solutions have emerged as a reliable and efficient way to manage access and enhance worker safety in industrial and oil and gas settings. For a detailed report on how real time solutions and other digital safety technologies are revolutionizing the industry, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedsafety.net\/blog\/2023\/03\/31\/industrial-digital-safety-trends-report-2023\/\">download your free copy of the 2023 digital safety trends repor<\/a>t here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Access control is a critical aspect of security management in any industry. 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