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2. Preparation for Using the App

2. Preparation for Using the App

Clubs, Lifeguard Services and Support Services

Clubs, Lifeguards and Support Services need to ensure the following is entered in Surfguard prior to using App

  • Patrol Teams are created (Individual teams for some Support Services)

  • Patrol Rosters are created

State Centre

Update Patrol Positions in Surfguard to enable members in specific patrol positions to access the Operations App. To update positions in Surfguard:-

  • Click Patrols > Setup Patrol Positions > Setup Patrol Positions

  • Select Edit for the Patrol Position you want to enable access

  • Tick the box Allow API Usage

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Members

Need to have an SLS Hub account https://hub.sls.com.au/

  • Downloaded the SLSA Operations App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store

  • There are three ways members can access the SLSA Operations App

  1. iPhone/iPad

  1. Android phone/tablet

  1. SLSA Operations Website: https://operations.sls.com.au

 

2.1 Home Screen

Enter your SLS Hub login details and click ‘Log in’. When using the app on your own phone, you will not need to logout, the app will remember your login details and simply refresh every time you open the app.

Once logged in

  • The Home Page shows users their location, weather, awards and officer positions.

  • Display 4 most recent upcoming patrols.

  • Any critical Gear and Equipment issues will also be listed on the home page.

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