A site tablet is a device (such as an iPad or Android tablet) that can be set up on-site for workers to use when signing in and out each day. It acts as a central check-in station, giving workers the choice to log in using a unique PIN code or by scanning a QR code with their mobile phone via the Chime app.
Setting up a site tablet ensures workers can always sign in — even if they don’t have their phone — and creates an accurate, centralised record of attendance and compliance. Before it can be used, the tablet must be configured with the correct site and sign-in method.
Adding a New Tablet
Select the Address Book tile.
At the top of the screen, select the Tablets tab.
Click the Add Tablet button.
A pop-up will appear.
In the pop-up:
Select Directory Role.
Choose Site Tablet from the pick list.
Press Select.
Give your tablet a name and press Save.
The new Tablet Profile Screen will appear.
Assigning Tablet to a site / project
On the tablet profile screen:
In ‘Tablet Auto Sign-In’ section, press the pen icon.
Toggle the green switch to enable auto sign-in.
⚠️ Do not toggle “Use Site Location.”
Press the Select Site icon, choose your site from the pick list, and press Select.
Press the green Save tick.
Choose the signing in Method
Still on the tablet profile screen:
Under Tablet Sign-In Method, press the pen icon.
Choose from the drop-down list:
PIN code – workers use a unique PIN (no mobile needed).
QR code – workers scan with the Chime app.
Both – allows workers to choose.
Press Save.
Download the Chime App & Log in
On your tablet, download the Chime App onto your device
The sign in screen will now appear that requires a phone number and pin. To find these, go to the Tablet profile screen:
On the Tablet Profile Screen, locate the Address Book ID.
Enter this number into the Telephone field when logging into the tablet.
Press the Get Access Code button to generate a PIN.
Enter this PIN into the Password field.
Your site tablet will now be logged in.
Check signing in settings for your site
Check site signing in settings before going live:
Select the Chime Time tile.
Select the Sites tab.
Open the site where your tablet has been set up.
On the Site Profile Screen, check the Sign-In Section on the right-hand side.
Ensure the following are ticked:
QR code login via tablet and self.
Selfie required.
Your site tablet is now fully set up and ready for workers to use.
Use Case
Site tablets are usually set up by:
Project admins
Super-users
Contracts managers
💡 Tips
Always name tablets clearly (e.g., “Reception Tablet”) to avoid confusion if you manage multiple.
Enable both PIN and QR code options for flexibility — some workers may not have their phone with them.
Double-check the selfie required option is ticked to keep compliance strong.