When an emergency strikes—whether it’s a fire, earthquake, active shooter, or hazardous spill—the first 15 minutes are critical. As a facility manager, these moments aren’t just high-pressure—they’re decisive. Your actions in those early minutes shape how effectively your organization responds and recovers. But when panic sets in and information is scattered, how do you stay in control?
The Problem: No Real-Time Visibility
Facility managers are responsible for much more than building maintenance. In a crisis, you’re expected to:
- Evacuate or shelter employees based on the situation
- Notify leadership about employee safety and headcounts
- Coordinate with emergency responders and security teams
But here’s the challenge: most organizations still rely on outdated tools—manual roll calls, printed floor plans, walkie-talkies, or mass emails. In the chaos of a real emergency, these tools fail to give you what you need most: real-time visibility.
What Really Happens Without a System
Without a centralized, fast communication system:
- People go unaccounted for—You don’t know who’s safe or missing.
- Conflicting updates cause delays—Different team leads provide different information.
- You waste precious minutes—Manually verifying each person’s status when every second counts.
You need one clear source of truth—fast, accurate, and accessible from anywhere.
The Solution: “Are You Safe” for Microsoft Teams
“Are You Safe” is a safety check and incident management app built specifically for Microsoft Teams. It empowers facility managers to act quickly and confidently when it matters most.
With just one click, you can:
- Launch an emergency safety check to your entire team
- Monitor live status updates—see who’s marked safe, unresponsive, or requesting help
- Reach out instantly via Teams chat, call, or video
- Use saved templates for specific emergencies like fires, lockdowns, or extreme weather
Everything You Need in One Dashboard
When chaos hits, simplicity saves lives. “Are You Safe” gives you:
- A real-time visual dashboard showing the safety status of every team member
- Audit-friendly reports with CSV export for compliance and record-keeping
- Role-based controls for facility leads, HR, or safety officers to manage responses collaboratively
Why It Matters
The faster you can locate your team and confirm their safety, the faster you can report to leadership, assist those in danger, and coordinate with emergency services. “Are You Safe” turns confusion into clarity—and empowers you to lead with confidence.