What is a 2-2-3 shift pattern?

A 2-2-3 shift pattern is a repeating 14-day schedule: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, and 3 days off. It is also commonly known as the Panama schedule.

How many shifts do you work on a 2-2-3 schedule?

You work 7 shifts every 14 days, which means you work approximately half of all calendar days. The exact number of shifts in a month depends on where the cycle begins and the number of days in the month.

How many hours do you work on a 2-2-3 schedule?

With 12-hour shifts, you work 84 hours over each 14-day cycle, averaging 42 hours per week. The number of working hours in an individual month varies depending on how the cycle falls within that month. For night shifts that cross midnight, working hours are allocated to the calendar day on which they occur. As a result, monthly hours may differ even when the number of shifts is the same.

Is a 2-2-3 schedule the same as a Panama schedule?

The terms are commonly used for the same basic 2-2-3 pattern. Employees alternate between blocks of two or three working days and two or three days off, typically using 12-hour shifts.

Can a 2-2-3 schedule include day and night shifts?

Yes. The 2-2-3 pattern can use day shifts, night shifts, or a rotation between both. The way teams rotate between days and nights varies by workplace. Use the schedule selector above to choose the option that best matches your rota.

Do you get every other weekend off with a 2-2-3 schedule?

Yes, when the 14-day cycle is aligned with the standard 2-2-3 pattern, it provides a three-day weekend every other week. Working and non-working weekends alternate as the two-week cycle repeats.

How do I calculate my 2-2-3 shift schedule?

Select a known working day as your starting date and choose your shift option. The calculator will automatically repeat the 14-day cycle and show your shifts, days off and working hours for each month.

How can I check the standard working hours?

Monthly standard working hours are available in the full shift calendar after signing in to your account. You can compare the hours in your schedule with the standard working hours for each month.