HCSS Field: Time cards & more 2024.2.0

No more paper in the field! Experience increased efficiency and productivity with this robust app designed specifically for the heavy civil construction workforce. It seamlessly integrates with the HCSS suite of software to keep you connected and productive with an array of features.

Field

Streamline data collection in the field while staying connected to the office and shop, with the following key features:

• Time Cards: Ditch pen and paper for the industry's easiest time cards. Save valuable time by entering time and production with just a few taps, even across multiple jobs and without an internet connection.
• Diary: Record weather, tag days with searchable keywords, and note events using speech-to-text for easy documentation.
• Photos: Capture photos, annotate them with notes, and effortlessly share them with the office.
• Needs: Send resource requests directly to your dispatcher to ensure production goals are met (requires HCSS Dispatcher).
• Maintenance: Instantly share equipment issues with your shop to prevent costly breakdowns and downtime (requires Equipment360).
• Materials & Subs (iPad only): Track materials received and installed on site for improved invoicing accuracy and faster payments.
• Forms (iPad only): Collect owner-requested information using PDF forms that can automatically fill themselves with data from the app. Or manually fill custom-built forms created by the office.
• Multilingual: Support for English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French.

Management

Elevate your project management skills and make informed decisions with real-time information from the field (requires HeavyJob). Key features include:

• Time Card Review (iPad only): Approve time cards or provide feedback to foremen for corrections.
• Daily Digest (iPad only): Start your day with a quick overview of each job, including health, progress, and important details.
• Job Analysis: Ensure profitability, identify activities with the greatest impact, and take proactive measures. Foremen can also access this feature.
• Production Planner (iPad only): Forecast next week's performance based on current data to effectively plan work and allocate resources. Foremen can also access this feature.

Safety

Prioritize safety with features designed specifically for the field (requires HCSS Safety). Key features include:

• Meetings: Hold meetings, record attendance, and capture digital signatures using our extensive library of templates influenced by OSHA, AGC, DOD, and Army Corps of Engineers. You can also access custom templates created by your company.
• Observations: Report hazards and provide positive reinforcement for exemplary safety practices.
• Near Miss: Capture near misses in real-time to facilitate timely training and prevent incidents before they occur.
• Incidents (iPad only): Report incidents promptly and accurately. Reports are automatically sent to the office for easy reference in compliance with OSHA and insurance requirements.
• Inspections: Perform thorough inspections in the field using our comprehensive library or by accessing your company's tailored library.
• JHA/AHA/JSA (iPad only): Effectively conduct job hazard analyses with pre-built templates or custom templates specific to your job.
• Skills & Certs: Ensure the right person is assigned to the job by accessing crew qualifications, documentation, and expiration dates.

Ready to experience the benefits? Tap "Explore the app" on the login screen (best on an iPad for a guided experience). Please note that full app usage requires a subscription plan.