As the end of the year approaches, we find a lot of departments scrambling to create next year's schedule. Tools in scheduling software, like PowerTime, help to make that process easier. But what if you're completely changing the way you schedule? Changing shift lengths, rotations, the whole thing...
Well in this post we are linking you directly to our different shift schedule examples. All these resources are throughout our blog but in hopes to save you time and get you what you're looking for, they are compiled here.
How do we know about 24/7 rotations?
Our company provides personnel scheduling and communication software to public safety agencies. We do not provide consulting services. But we are able to provide these examples because we set up our new client's schedules in the system when they purchase a subscription to use our software. So, we have seen and worked with hundreds of 24/7 schedules. We analyzed different methods and compiled the most common in law enforcement. Each department alters their schedule a little bit differently so we will explain just the core rotation as is, and let you decide how you need to adjust it from there.
The police personnel shift scheduling software examples are split into 2 groups below. One is organized by shift length (8, 10, or 12-hour) and the other is by size of department (number of officers).
1) By Shift Length:
12-Hour Shift Schedules
- 7 Different 12 Hour Shift Schedule Examples to Cover Round the Clock
- Top 3 12-Hour Shift Schedule Examples for Your Department to Evaluate
10-Hour Shift Schedules
- 10 Hour Shift Schedule Example to Evaluate Before Your Next Shift Bid
- 3 Types of 10 Hour Shift Schedules to Cover Round the Clock
8-Hour Shift Schedules
- 6 of the Best 8-Hour Shift Schedules to Cover 24x7
- Top 3 Schedule Examples for 24x7 Coverage with 8 Hour Shifts
2) By Approx. Department Size (Number of Officers):
What shift times are commonly used in 24/7 departments?
We do come across the same times often. Instead of discussing it here, check out this article that goes into detail: Common Shift Times for Day, Mid, and Night - 8, 10, and 12 hour
Looking for a tool to manage schedules like these?
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