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A daily activity report (DAR) is a chronological log of everything that happens during a security guard’s shift. It documents patrol times, observations, incidents, visitor logs, and actions taken. DARs provide proof of service to clients and create a legal record of security operations.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Shift Information | Report date, site name, address, guard name, badge #, shift time, post assigned, weather |
| Activity Log | 15 rows — time, location, activity/observation, action taken |
| Shift Summary | Total patrols, incidents, maintenance issues, visitors/deliveries, items for next shift |
| Handoff Section | Relieved by, handoff time, verbal briefing notes |
| Signatures | Guard signature + supervisor review with dates |
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