Work schedule tool
Shift Calendar Generator
Build a repeating work/off schedule, preview the upcoming dates, and download the calendar as an ICS file or CSV spreadsheet.
Configure schedule
Choose the first work day, cycle length, and export range.
Upcoming events
The first 20 generated rows are shown here before export.
| Date | Label | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-10 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-11 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-12 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-13 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-18 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-19 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-20 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-21 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-26 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-27 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-28 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-05-29 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-03 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-04 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-05 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-06 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-11 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-12 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-13 | Work shift | Work |
| 2026-06-14 | Work shift | Work |
Import your shift calendar
Export the generated schedule as an ICS file for calendar apps or as a CSV file for spreadsheets and planning workflows.
Google Calendar
Download the ICS file and import it from Google Calendar settings.
Outlook
Use Outlook's calendar import option to add the generated shift events.
CSV
Download CSV when you want a spreadsheet-friendly list of generated dates.
Comprehensive Guide to Rotating Shift Schedules
Around-the-clock operations—such as emergency healthcare, municipal law enforcement, petrochemical refining, utilities, and high-volume manufacturing—rely on systematic shift rotations to provide 24/7 continuous coverage (168 hours per week). Choosing the right schedule directly impacts operational uptime, employee circadian health, fatigue management, and overtime costs.
Standard 24/7 Shift Patterns Compared
A side-by-side comparison of the most widely adopted rotating shift templates in North American and international industry.
| Schedule Name | Cycle Length | Shift Length | Avg Hours / Week | Weekend Off Pattern | Primary Industries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitman Schedule (14-Day 2-2-3) | 14 Days | 12 Hours | 42 Hours | Every Other Weekend (3 Days) | Police, EMS, Dispatch, 24/7 Plants |
| 2-2-3 Shift Pattern (7-Day) | 7 Days | 8 to 12 Hours | 40 to 60 Hours | Fixed 2-Day Break / Repeating | Healthcare, Fixed Shift Blocks, Logistics |
| DuPont Schedule | 28 Days | 12 Hours | 42 Hours | 1 in 4 + 7-Day Vacation Block | Petrochemicals, Refineries, Mining |
| 4-on-4-off | 8 Days | 10 or 12 Hours | 42 Hours (at 12h) | Rotates Every 8 Weeks | Warehousing, Security, Data Centers |
| 24/48 Firefighter | 3 Days (72h) | 24 Hours | 56 Hours | Rotates Continuously | Fire Departments, Paramedic Stations |
| 9/80 Schedule | 14 Days | 9 Hours | 40 Hours | Every Other Friday Off (3 Days) | Aerospace, Government, Defense |
| 4/10 Schedule | 7 Days | 10 Hours | 40 Hours | Fixed 3-Day Weekend (Fri–Sun) | Tech, Municipal Services, Trades |
The Pitman (14-Day 2-2-3) Rotation Mechanics
The classic Pitman schedule operates on a strict 14-day repeating cycle utilizing 4 separate squads. In Week 1, the squad works Monday & Tuesday, takes Wednesday & Thursday off, and works Friday through Sunday (a 3-day weekend on). In Week 2, the schedule reverses: Monday & Tuesday off, Wednesday & Thursday on, Friday through Sunday off (a full 3-day weekend off). For simple 7-day fixed cycles, see our 2-2-3 Shift Pattern.
Key Benefit: Employees never work more than 3 consecutive 12-hour shifts, significantly reducing physical and mental exhaustion.
The DuPont 28-Day Rotation Mechanics
Developed in the 1950s by DuPont Corporation for continuous chemical processing, this 4-team rotation sequences: 4 consecutive night shifts → 3 days off → 3 day shifts → 1 day off → 3 night shifts → 3 days off → 4 day shifts → 7 consecutive days off.
Key Benefit: The built-in 7-day rest period gives workers a full vacation week every 28 days without using paid time off (PTO).
FLSA Overtime & Circadian Rhythm Management
Overtime Compliance (FLSA)
Under the United States Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must be paid 1.5× their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Because 12-hour 2-2-3 and DuPont schedules average 42 hours/week (or alternate 36h / 48h weeks), employers commonly utilize 14-day payroll periods or FLSA 7(k) exemptions for public safety to properly structure overtime pay.
Circadian Clock & Shift Lag
Rotating between day shifts and night shifts requires strategic light exposure, temperature regulation, and anchor sleep protocols. The American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) recommends forward-rotating schedules (Day → Evening → Night) to support natural biological circadian drift.