Overview
The Field Tablet interface (/square) is where crews execute shifts. This manual covers every feature in detail.
1. Home Screen
The home screen provides two paths:
Manager Path
- Click "Safety / Project Manager"
- Selfie capture required
- Access Manager Console (setup, manage, operations)
Crew Path
- Select project from dropdown
- Click "Start Shift"
- Proceed to Task Selection
Language Toggle
- Click "EN" or "ES" to switch interface language
- Persists across sessions
2. Task Selection
Choose how to begin:
Start New Task
- Creates fresh session
- Enter new task name
- New job step list
Continue Existing Task
- Resume from previous shift
- Existing job steps preserved
- Version history maintained
3. Communication Setup
Configure shift communications:
| Field | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Unit | Facility area (e.g., "Unit 4") |
| Area | Specific location (e.g., "Reactor Bay") |
| Task | Work description |
| Radio Channel | Quick-select or custom |
| Lead | Crew lead name + phone |
| Backup | Secondary contact (optional) |
4. Square Dashboard (9 Actions)
The main interface presents 9 action buttons:
Row 1
- Condition Change - Log environmental changes
- Add Job Step - Add work steps with Guardian AI
- Crew Check-In - Add/manage crew members
Row 2
- Team Briefing - Run face-gated briefings
- Messages - View/acknowledge broadcasts
- Report Incident - Log safety events
Row 3
- FYI Notes - Notes for next shift
- Full JSA Scope - View all job steps
- Shift Sign-Off - End shift safely
Additional Access
- Safety Logs Hub - Fire Watch, Atmospheric, Bottle Watch
Status Bar
- Work state indicator (Active/Paused/Incident)
- Sync status
- Crew count
5. Condition Change
Log changes to site/environmental conditions:
- Description: Text input or voice - describe what changed
- Weather Selection: Clear, Rain, Wind, Cold, Lightning (triggers warning)
Important: Condition changes are included in next briefing but do NOT trigger re-briefing. They're informational, not scope changes.
6. Add Job Step (Guardian AI)
The core safety feature:
- Description: Type or speak the job step. Be specific: "Remove 6-inch flange bolts on V-101"
- Hazard Selection: Browse by category, work-type-specific options appear first
- Control Selection: Browse by category, match controls to hazards
- Permit Type: None, Confined Space, Hot Work, LOTO, Fall Protection, Excavation
- Guardian AI Analysis: Reviews your step and may identify Safety Flags, Missing Hazards, and Suggested Controls
On Save:
- Step added to session.jobSteps[]
- Step added to mother.changeLog[]
- Version increments (1.0 → 1.1)
- All crew marked "outdated"
- Re-briefing required
7. Crew Check-In
Manage crew members:
- Add New: Enter full name, select language preference (EN/ES), worker added with "New" badge
- Status Badges:
- New - Never briefed, needs full briefing
- Outdated - Briefed on old version, needs delta
- Current - Briefed on current version
- Search: Search existing crew by name
8. Team Briefing
Run face-gated safety briefings:
- Briefing Modes: Group (all crew together) or Individual (one at a time)
- Language Options: English only, Spanish only, or Bilingual (both)
- Face-Gating: Camera detects face presence, audio pauses if face not detected
- Checkpoints: Key points require "I understand" confirmation
- Completion: Photo captured, version recorded, status updated
- Re-Briefing: After new job steps, delta briefing covers only new content
9. Messages
View and acknowledge broadcasts:
| Type | Display | Action Required |
|---|---|---|
| FYI | Badge increment | No |
| Warning | Orange banner | Acknowledge |
| Action Required | Alert banner | Acknowledge |
| STOP WORK | Full screen + alarm | Mandatory acknowledge |
10. Report Incident
Document safety events:
- Event Type: Near Miss, Injury, Property Damage, Environmental
- Severity: Low, Medium, High, Critical
- Description: Text or voice input, be specific and factual
- Photo: Required for documentation
On Save: Incident logged immediately, dashboard alerted, task state changes to "Incident"
11. FYI Notes (Shift Notes)
Leave information for the next shift:
- Equipment issues
- Incomplete work
- Safety concerns
- Helpful information
12. Full JSA Scope
View complete job step list with hazards, controls, and permit types for each.
13. Shift Sign-Off
Checklist verification plus photo of secured work area required for completion.
14. Safety Logs Hub
Access specialized monitoring modules:
- Fire Watch Module
- Atmospheric Monitoring Module
- Bottle Watch Module
15. Pause/Resume Work
Work States:
- Active - Work in progress
- Paused - Temporarily stopped (reason required)
- Incident - Safety event occurred
16. Manager Console
Accessed via selfie capture from Home Screen:
- Tab 1: Project Setup - Create new Mother JSAs
- Tab 2: Project Management - View, edit, archive projects
- Tab 3: Project Operations - Monitor sessions, send broadcasts