Jobsite Tablets, Laptops & Shared Devices

Many crews now use tablets for plans, laptops for scheduling and phones for photos. A tablet left in a truck or a shared login that never signs out can expose company data, customer information and your own accounts.

• Construction
• Crews
• Supervisors

Common risks

• Loss or theft from trucks, trailers and the jobsite.
• Shared logins that let anyone see anything, and make it unclear who did what.
• Unlocked screens and apps that stay signed in.
• Public or open Wi-Fi. See Public Wi-Fi.
• Unupdated software with known security holes. See Software Updates.
• Dust, water, drops and heat that wreck devices and lose data.
• Personal use that brings malware or scams onto a company device. See Malware & Antivirus.

Habits that help

• Use your own login or user profile when the system supports it. Do not share passwords. See Strong Passwords.
• Turn on two-step verification for company email and apps. See Two-Factor Authentication.
• Set an automatic screen lock with a short timeout, and lock the screen when you walk away.
• Sign out of apps on shared devices when you finish. Do not tick "remember me."
• Keep devices out of sight in vehicles, or take them with you. Use a cable lock or secure box where needed.
• Install updates when they arrive, and use only approved apps.
• Use a rugged case and a screen cover for dust and water.
• Back up important files to company storage, not just the device. See Backups.

Photos and files

• Jobsite photos may show customers, plans, license plates or security details. Follow company rules before posting. See Jobsite Photos Online.
• Save photos to the project folder, not to your personal cloud account, if the employer requires it.

If a device is lost or stolen

1. Tell your supervisor or IT contact right away. Speed matters.
2. Use remote lock or wipe if available. See Lost or Stolen Phone.
3. Change passwords for accounts that were on the device.
4. Report theft to the police if the company requires it.

Last updated: October 8, 2026