Daily Logs

Daily Logs

Purpose

This page captures day-level operational summaries so teams can document outcomes, issues, and handover context.

Prerequisites

  • Shift leads should be identified for logging responsibility.
  • Teams should follow a standard daily summary format.
  • Users must have permission to create/edit daily logs.

Main Actions

  • Create daily summaries for each shift or day.
  • Record notable events, actions, and outcomes.
  • Include unresolved issues for handover.
  • Review historical logs for trend analysis.

Field/Status Reference

  • Log Date/Shift: Time period covered by the summary.
  • Summary Notes: High-level overview of the day.
  • Issues/Risks: Problems requiring follow-up.
  • Actions Taken: What was done during the period.
  • Handover Notes: Items next shift must continue.

Workflow

  1. Open the daily log for the current period.
  2. Add key events and outcomes throughout the shift.
  3. Record unresolved issues and owner details.
  4. Finalize handover notes before shift end.
  5. Confirm next team acknowledges open items.

Connections

  • Summarizes outputs from Daily Tasks and Safety Logs.
  • Supports incident review with operational context.
  • Helps maintain accountability through Staff Directory ownership.

Common Mistakes

  • Writing logs only at end of shift from memory.
  • Omitting unresolved risks from handover notes.
  • Using vague language that is hard to act on.

Troubleshooting

  • If entries are incomplete, use a standard shift template.
  • If handover issues are missed, require owner + due-time notation.
  • If trends are unclear, improve consistency in summary headings.

Quick Tips

  • Update the log during the shift, not just at close.
  • Keep each note specific and actionable.
  • Include clear owner names for follow-up items.