Shift planning

A good shift roster is fair, predictable and complies with the Working Hours Act and the collective agreement.

You will need

• Shift planning software or a spreadsheet
• Collective agreement
• Employees' preferences

Steps

1. Know the rules

   Familiarise yourself with the Working Hours Act and the provisions of the collective agreement.

2. Collect preferences

3. Define the need

4. Draw up the roster

5. Account for rest periods

6. Publish it in time

7. Manage changes

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