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A trial scheme in Trafford will see 70 lone workers employed by the Primary Care Trust's Provider Services issued with personal security alarms.
In May 2009, the Government announced plans to give 30,000 alarms to lone workers in the NHS, enabling them to monitor and record incidents where they feel their safety is threatened.
Now, the NHS Counter Fraud and Security Management Service has provided Trafford Provider Services with 70 alarms to trial with its staff.
The alarm uses Location Based Service technology to help locate the user, and is linked to trained individuals who can summon help if needed. It is able to capture credible evidence in the event of an incident, which can be passed on to police.
Should the scheme be deemed a success, plans to buy more of the personal security alarms will be considered.
Mark Brandreth, managing director of Trafford Provider Services, said: "The new alarms will help make lone workers' jobs safer by giving them an extra level of protection against violence and intimidation. Nobody should ever experience abusive behaviour, or the threat of it, at work, but sadly, it is a reality for some NHS staff. The devices will not only help us protect our staff but also help bring people who behave unacceptably to justice.
"We acknowledge that not all staff will be covered by the alarms, but we will endeavour to support those staff who have not received them when dealing with violence or abuse.
Trafford Primary Care Trust, 2nd Floor Oakland House, Talbot Rd, Old Trafford, Manchester M16 0PQ