48/96 Shift Calendar

The 48/96 schedule is a 6-day cycle: two consecutive 24-hour shifts, then four days off. Same total hours as 24/48, arranged into longer blocks.

About the 48/96 schedule

The 48/96 schedule is a 6-day cycle: two consecutive 24-hour shifts, then four days off. Same total hours as 24/48, arranged into longer blocks.

Who works it: Fire departments that have moved away from 24/48 for the longer time-off blocks.

Cycle length
6 days
Shift length
24 hours (×2)
Shifts
3 (A / B / C)
Longest break
4 days
Hours per week
56 average

Common questions

What does “cycle start date” mean?

The first day your crew works at the beginning of the rotation. If you're not sure, pick any day you know you were on shift and adjust it until the calendar matches a month you remember.

How do I get this on my phone?

Click Download .ics and open the file. iPhone and Android will both offer to add it to your calendar, with every working day as an all-day entry.

Is it free?

Yes. No account, no email, nothing stored. It all runs in your browser.