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What is a Site Log

Understand what a site log is using this step-by-step guide for effective site management and record-keeping.

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Written by Gilad Goldman
Updated over 2 months ago

Understanding and Using the Site Log

Your Site Log is a daily record of activities, events, and observations on your construction site. It serves as a crucial tool for tracking progress, resolving disputes, and maintaining accurate historical records.

Only users with BuildPass Admin access—including Owners, Managers, or Project Managers—can view and update Site Logs.

Step 1: Select the Correct Project

Before creating a Site Log, ensure you’re working within the correct project. Click the dropdown arrow in the upper-left corner to select from the project list.

Step 2: Open the Site Log Module

Navigate to Project Management and select Site Log to access your log entries.

Step 3: Create a Log for Today

There are two ways to create a Site Log entry for today:

  • Option 1: Within the Site Log module, click "Create Today's" on the left side of the page.

  • Option 2: Click the "New" button at the top of the page, then select "Create Site Log" from the dropdown menu. This can be done from anywhere in BuildPass.

Step 4: Create a Log for a Different Date

To create an entry for another day:

  1. Click the "More" option (three dots).

  2. Select "Create a Site Log for Any Date" and enter the desired date.

Step 5: Fill in Log Details

Once you’ve selected the date, start adding details, such as:

✅ Weather conditions (including any delays due to inclement weather).
✅ Attendance records, including the option to manually add workers.
✅ General work descriptions summarizing daily activities.
✅ Photos documenting site progress.

Step 6: Upload Photos and Documents

Uploading images and documents helps create a thorough project record.

  1. Click the "Upload" button and select the files you want to attach.

  2. Click "Save" to finalize the upload.

Step 7: Access and Manage Past Logs

To view past Site Logs:

  • Go to the Site Log module.

  • Sort entries by date (newest to oldest) or switch to calendar view for a different layout.

For any questions or assistance, click here to contact BuildPass Support.

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