Download the BuildPass App (using the links below) to automatically get signed on/off as you walk on and off site.
iPhone - App store (AU)
Android - Google Play store
NOTE: Workers will have to manually sign on once to set up auto sign-ons
iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Open the BuildPass app and go to Profile > Settings > Notifications
Turn on Location alerts and Auto sign-ons
When prompted, grant Location Access as Always Allow
Manually sign on to the project at least once to enable automatic detection
Sign on manually at least once to the project
Verify it works by leaving the site geofencing radius without opening the BuildPass app - you should be notified when you are signed on or off.
Android
Open the BuildPass app and go to Profile > Settings > Notifications
Turn on Location alerts and Auto sign-ons
When prompted, grant Location Access as Always Allow
Manually sign on to the project at least once to enable automatic detection
Sign on manually at least once to the project
Verify it works by leaving the site geofencing radius without opening the BuildPass app - you should be notified when you are signed on or off.
Troubleshooting
Make sure you’ve downloaded the latest version of the app from the App Store or Google Play
Double-check your settings under Profile > Settings > Notifications. It should look like this:
On iOS, you may occasionally see reminders about background location access – auto sign-ons won’t work unless Always Allow is selected.
Important: If permissions are not correctly configured, you may not be able to sign on at all.
Improving Location Accuracy
To ensure the BuildPass app records your location accurately, it’s recommended to enable “Precise Location” in your device settings.
📱 iOS
Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Tap Privacy & Security → Location Services.
Make sure Location Services is turned on.
Scroll down and select BuildPass.
Toggle on Precise Location.
🤖 Android
Long press the BuildPass app icon.
Select App info → Permissions.
Tap Location under the “Allowed” section.
Ensure Use precise location is enabled.