Written by Nicola Dobbie, Founder, The Site Book — Last reviewed
Construction Site Induction Software for UK Builders
Used by builders and contractors across the UK
Digital site inductions in minutes, not hours. Looking for a site induction template? Stop chasing paper sign-off sheets. The Site Book runs digital site inductions for builders on any device - workers sign off on their phone, records are stored automatically, and you can pull up proof for an HSE inspection in seconds. The easiest construction site induction software for UK builders.
How it works
Four steps. No printing. No chasing paper sign-off sheets around site.
Create your induction
Set up what your induction covers - site rules, hazards, emergency procedures, PPE requirements, welfare facilities. Tailor it to your specific site, not a generic template.
Send it to workers
Share a link or QR code. Workers read through the induction on their own phone or tablet before arriving on site. No printing, no paperwork.
Digital sign-off
Each worker signs off digitally - name, signature, and confirmation they've understood everything. The record is stored automatically in the cloud.
Instant proof
Pull up induction records in seconds for HSE inspections, client audits, or principal contractor requests. Every record is timestamped and signed.
Complete your induction before you arrive on site
Workers receive a link or QR code and complete their full induction on their phone before they set foot on site. No queuing at the gate. No lost time on the first morning. No paper forms stuffed in a van.
When they arrive, the record is already signed, timestamped, and stored. The Site Book flags anyone who hasn't completed it before work starts.
Subcontractor site inductions
Every subcontractor on your site needs to be inducted - not just your own workers. The Site Book lets you run inductions for subbies on any phone or tablet, captures their signature, and stores the record against your project. No separate system, no paper trail to chase.
If a subcontractor's insurance or qualifications are out of date, The Site Book flags it before they start work.
What's included in every site induction
- Site-specific induction content - tailored to your project, not a generic template
- Digital sign-off on any device - phone, tablet, or laptop
- Automatic record keeping - every induction timestamped and stored
- Worker tracking - see who has been inducted and who hasn't
- Visitor inductions - shorter version for non-workers visiting site
- Refresher alerts - flag workers overdue for a refresher induction
- Pre-filled from your project - site address, emergency contacts, hazards pulled in automatically
- PDF export - download induction records for your files or to share
Stop chasing paper sign-off sheets
Paper induction forms get lost, damaged, or left in the van. Looking for a site induction template? Skip the paperwork. The Site Book runs digital inductions on any device - workers sign off on their phone, and the record is stored automatically. Pull up proof of induction in seconds during an HSE inspection.
Every induction recorded. Every signature stored. Every record instant.
What's included at each tier
| Feature | Starter£0 | Pro Monthly£39/mo | Pro Annual£30/mo | Business£99/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First project free | — | — | — | |
| RAMS generator | ||||
| PDF download | ||||
| Worker sign-off | ||||
| Unlimited projects | ||||
| CPP generator | ||||
| COSHH library | ||||
| Team members | — | — | ||
| Priority support | ||||
| Site inductions | — | |||
| Toolbox talks | — | |||
| Multi-site rollout | — | |||
| Save £108/yr vs monthly | — | — | — |
Your induction is built from your project - not created separately
When you create a project in The Site Book, your site induction is pre-filled automatically from your CPP, RAMS, and COSHH data. Site address, emergency contacts, key hazards, PPE requirements, welfare facilities - all pulled in from what you've already entered.
Change a hazard in your RAMS and it updates in the induction. You don't manage two systems. You manage one project and the documents follow.
Common questions about site inductions
Is a site induction a legal requirement?
Yes. CDM 2015 Regulation 13 requires the principal contractor to provide each worker with suitable site-specific information and instructions before they start work. The HSE's Approved Code of Practice (ACOP L153) explicitly states this should be done through site inductions. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 also require employers to provide information, instruction, and training. In practice, a site induction is the standard way to meet these obligations.
What should a site induction cover?
A site induction should cover site rules and access, welfare facilities, emergency procedures and assembly points, site-specific hazards, PPE requirements, reporting procedures for hazards and incidents, and any permit-to-work systems. The content should be specific to your site - not a generic safety lecture.
How long should a site induction take?
Most construction site inductions take 15 to 45 minutes depending on the size and complexity of the project. For a domestic extension, 15-20 minutes covering the essentials is usually sufficient. For a large commercial site with significant hazards, 30-45 minutes including a site walk-around is more appropriate.
Do visitors need a site induction?
Yes, but a shorter version. Anyone entering a construction site - clients, architects, building control officers, delivery drivers - needs to know the key hazards, PPE requirements, areas they must not enter, and emergency procedures. A visitor induction typically takes about 5 minutes.
Can I do site inductions digitally?
Yes. Digital site inductions are increasingly common and accepted by the HSE. The worker reads through the induction content on a phone or tablet, then signs off with a digital signature. The advantage is that records are stored automatically, can't be lost or damaged, and can be retrieved instantly during an inspection.
Do I need to redo inductions when site conditions change?
Yes. If significant new hazards appear, work phases change, or new safety procedures are introduced, you should run a refresher induction covering what's changed. On longer projects, a brief refresher every 3-6 months is good practice.
Site induction template free
The Site Book includes digital site inductions free on your first project - not a blank template, but a fully set up induction with sign-off capability. Your first project is completely free, no credit card required.
What records do I need to keep for site inductions?
You need a written record showing the person's name, the date, what was covered, and their signature confirming they understood. Without this record, you have no evidence the induction took place - and in the eyes of the HSE, if it's not recorded, it didn't happen. Digital records with timestamped signatures are accepted.
What is the best site induction software for small UK builders?
The Site Book is built specifically for small UK builders, sole traders, and small firms. It runs digital site inductions on any device, pre-fills content from your project data, and stores signed records automatically. Unlike enterprise tools, there's no per-seat pricing and no kiosk hardware required.
What is a CDM 2015 site induction checklist?
A CDM 2015 site induction should cover: site rules and access points, welfare facilities (toilets, rest area, first aid), emergency procedures and assembly points, site-specific hazards identified in your RAMS and CPP, PPE requirements, reporting procedures for incidents and near-misses, and any permit-to-work systems in operation. The Site Book generates this checklist automatically from your project data.
How does The Site Book compare to GetOnSite for site inductions?
Both tools run digital site inductions on mobile devices. The Site Book's key difference is that inductions are pre-filled from your existing project data - your CPP, RAMS, and COSHH assessments - so there's nothing to set up separately. GetOnSite is a standalone induction tool. The Site Book is a full CDM compliance platform where inductions are one part of a connected system including RAMS, CPP, COSHH, toolbox talks, and worker certification tracking - all at a flat monthly rate with no per-seat fees.
Honest pros and cons
Pros
- Workers sign in from their own phone — no on-site kiosk needed
- Photo + signature captured and stored against the project
- Custom induction questions per site or project
- Out-of-date inductions flagged before work starts
Cons
- No native mobile app — induction runs in a mobile browser
- SMS-delivered induction links count towards our messaging quota
- Kiosk-mode deployment (shared tablet) is a manual setup
Why The Site Book
- Only UK construction compliance tool that ships RAMS + CPP + COSHH + inductions + worker sign-off in one flat-rate subscription.
- AI-generated documents are site-specific from a natural-language brief, not a template library you hand-fill -cuts writing a RAMS from 2 hours to under 5 minutes.
- Worker sign-off, PCPP import, cert tracking, and document checking are included at the entry tier, not locked behind an enterprise plan.
- Transparent flat-rate pricing starting at £30/mo -no per-seat surprise as the team grows.
Digital site inductions - try it now
No card needed. No catch. Set up your first site induction, get workers signed off digitally, and see how easy compliance can be.