Interclass were spending a considerable amount of time delivering face-to-face inductions for every new operative that worked on site. Attention was taken away from other equally important tasks such as health and safety and quality. Site teams were finding it more difficult to spend quality time with operatives who needed extra support to understand work safety.
Online inductions would help Interclass:
- Save several hours per week and increase productivity within site teams
- Allow site teams to concentrate on work specific tasks such as understanding of their RAMS and work safety
- Allow operatives to focus on the tasks in hand as soon as they were onsite
Solution
Interclass became aware of online inductions through an IT innovation seminar, and soon identified GetOnSite through a general search of providers.
“The team at GetOnSite were enthusiastic about the product and provided clear demonstrations, via Webinar, to show the ease of use. The pricing structure was simple to understand and competitive.” Peter Hood, Construction Director.
Working with GetOnSite, Interclass developed their preferred induction format using GetOnSite’s template. After their 30-day free trial, Interclass gathered feedback and implemented it across all projects.
Benefits
The benefits of moving their inductions online became clear very quickly. Not only did it solve the initial problem of time spent on inductions, but it also helped provide consistency across all sites and helped Interclass maintain operations through COVID-19.
“Signing up in January 2020, just before the Covid-19 pandemic, was a stroke of luck (or genius!). Having a remote, online induction process, obviating the need for face-to-face contact on site was (and is) a Godsend and our clients were immediately impressed that we could demonstrate how we were adhering to social distancing rules.” Peter Hood, Construction Director.
Other benefits included:
- Enabled additional checks and balances across all live sites.
- Alerts for expiry date of health and safety qualifications, allowing issues to be flagged with supply chain partners
- Platform was simple to use and access for all operatives attending sites
Results
The GetOnSite platform has not only fulfilled its core induction function but has also become a good marketing tool for Interclass with their clients and supply chain.
“We have had no adverse responses from our supply chain and all those using the system have been positive about the way it operates. Our own visiting staff have commented on how the system gives them a good understanding of site controls/rules and our clients and their teams all use the system.” Peter Hood, Construction Director.
Interclass has saved time and increased productivity by moving their site inductions online. For more information about the GetOnSite platform arrange a call or book a demo with one of our induction specialists.
