Who checked what when is now documented in a structured way with check boxes – instead of on paper, in Excel lists, or just in the head of the person responsible.
„Forester convicted after dry branch accident» – this SRF headline has kept many forestry operations busy over the past few days. The verdict itself is not the subject here: the complete case files and legal expertise are lacking for that. However, the headline raises a question that affects every operation, regardless of the individual case: How can it still be proven years later who controlled what, when, and where?
With Checkbox, ForstControl now provides an answer to this: a new extension for the central creation of digital checklists, forms, and logs. All participating employees work with the same structured templates and receive a clear, up-to-date overview of completed checks, inspections, and instructions—fillable directly out in the field on a smartphone or tablet.
Form builder with drag & drop
At the core of Checkbox is a form builder that allows any forms to be assembled via drag & drop: with custom sections and fields for text, numbers, dates, checkboxes, radio buttons, dropdowns, photos, files, and signatures. Photos, files, signatures, and log numbers are captured directly within the form – nothing needs to be gathered afterward..
What can be documented with a checkbox
- Safety and tree inspections as well as further inspections
- Playgrounds, fitness trails and benches
- Machine introductions as well as machine and vehicle handovers
- PSA checks
- Employee training and instructions
- Maintenance and service logs
- Water reservoirs and other facilities
- Photos, remarks and multiple signatures
- User, date and timestamp
- complete history and PDF logs
The checkbox is available as a standalone extension directly in ForstControl It is useful and suitable for forestry companies as well as for municipalities, workshops and anyone who needs to document recurring inspections of trees, facilities or machinery in a structured manner.
The extension is activated and is currently free of charge (0.00 CHF) to use. Existing ForstControl users can test Checkbox free of charge for 90 days with immediate effect and provide practical feedback; in addition, the plugin can be tested for 30 days upon request.
A checkbox does not prevent accidents and does not replace technical inspections or legal requirements. However, it creates a simple basis for recording performed inspections in a structured and traceable manner – so that a business can prove what was actually done in an emergency.
