SHIFT HANDOFF CHECKLIST

Use at the end of a shift or before a team transition.

1. Current status
- What is running normally?
- What is down, unstable, or waiting?

2. Open issues
- What problem is still unresolved?
- What troubleshooting has already been tried?
- What should the next shift avoid repeating?

3. Quality and customer risk
- Any parts, checks, or shipments that need extra attention?
- Any issue that could create scrap, rework, or delay?

4. Staffing and coverage
- Any gaps, call-offs, training needs, or role changes?

5. Materials and equipment
- Any shortages, tooling concerns, or maintenance items that matter next shift?

6. Priority for the next team
- What matters most in the first hour?
- Who owns the first follow-up?

Good handoffs reduce surprises before they turn into firefighting.