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2-2-3 Schedule
Work 2 days, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off – then repeat. See your 2-2-3 work schedule on a calendar from any start date.
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How the 2-2-3 schedule works
The 2-2-3 schedule is a 14-day cycle of 12-hour shifts: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off. You work 7 days in every 14, never more than 3 in a row, and get a 3-day weekend every other week.
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Frequently asked questions
How does a 2-2-3 schedule work?
Over 14 days you work 2 days, take 2 off, work 3, take 2 off, work 2 and take 3 off. With 12-hour shifts that averages 42 hours a week.
Is the 2-2-3 schedule the same as Pitman?
Yes, the 14-day 2-2-3 cycle is usually called the Pitman schedule. Some workplaces call it Panama, especially when crews rotate between days and nights.
How many hours is a 2-2-3 schedule?
84 hours every two weeks: one week of 36 hours (3 shifts) and one of 48 hours (4 shifts), or 42 hours a week on average.
Is my schedule saved?
No. The calendar is calculated in your browser and nothing is uploaded or stored.