Purpose Statement
The Daily View within Events & Activities provides personnel with a focused view of scheduled activities for a single day. Users can review events from multiple modules, apply filters, navigate between dates, print or share the daily schedule, and create new activities directly from the Daily View.
This view helps departments improve situational awareness and organize daily operational activities in one location.
Background Information
Daily View is available within Events & Activities → Daily Operations. Daily Operations initially opens in the Calendar View, where users can switch between Day, Week, and Month views.
The Daily View can display information from multiple areas of First Due, including:
- Events
- Training
- ePCRs
- Inspections
- Assets
- Work Shifts
- Time Off
- Daily Log
Users can also narrow the displayed information using additional filters, including personnel and apparatus.
Common uses for Daily View include:
- Reviewing activities scheduled for the current day
- Checking assignments and events before or during a shift
- Filtering activities by module, personnel, or apparatus
- Printing a daily operational schedule
- Sharing calendar information outside the agency using an iCal link
- Creating events or Daily Log entries
- Reviewing existing events
Prerequisites:
- Access to Events & Activities
- Access to Daily Operations
- Access to any associated modules whose records need to be viewed or managed
Required Permissions
Permissions within Daily View depend on the actions the user needs to perform and the modules associated with the displayed records.
Users must have appropriate agency-configured permissions to access Events & Activities and Daily Operations.
Additional permissions may be required to:
- View records associated with other modules
- Create events
- Edit events
- Delete events
- Access or manage module-specific records
For example, the availability of the Delete option for an event depends on the permissions assigned to the user.
Permission names and access levels may vary based on the agency's configuration. Administrators should review the user's assigned role and permissions if an expected action is unavailable.
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Step-by-Step Guide
1. Open the First Due module stack.
Select the First Due logo in the upper-left corner of the screen to open the module stack.
2. Navigate to Daily Operations.
Select Events & Activities, then select Daily Operations.
Daily Operations opens in the Calendar View by default.
3. Switch to the Day view.
Near Filters, select the current calendar view option and change the view to Day.
The screen will update to display activities for a single day.
4. Expand or collapse the calendar panel.
Use the control beside Today under the Calendar section to expand or collapse the left-side calendar panel.
Collapsing the panel provides additional screen space for viewing daily activities.
5. Navigate between dates.
Use either of the following options to move to another date:
- Select a date from the calendar on the left side of the screen.
- Use the navigation controls at the top of the Daily View to move forward or backward between dates.
6. Return to the current day.
Select Today to return to the current date after navigating to another day.
Depending on the current layout, a Today option may be available within the calendar panel or the main Daily View controls.
7. Filter the Daily View.
Use Filters to select the information you want displayed.
Available module filters may include:
- Events
- Training
- ePCRs
- Inspections
- Assets
- Work Shifts
- Time Off
- Daily Log
Additional filters can be used to narrow results by information such as:
- Personnel
- Apparatus
- Time Off
Select the filters that best match the information you need to review.
8. Print the Daily View.
Select the Print icon at the top of the Daily View.
Choose the applicable print options, then continue with the print process.
9. Add a Daily Log entry.
Select the option to Add Daily Log at the top of the screen when a Daily Log entry needs to be created.
10. Add an event from a template.
Select Add Event From Template to create an event using an existing configured template.
11. Create a new event.
Select Add Event to manually create a new event.
You can also select an available area within the Daily View calendar to begin creating an event for that date and time.
12. Open an existing event.
Select an event displayed in the Daily View.
Use the Eye icon to view the event details.
13. Manage an existing event.
Available actions depend on the user's assigned permissions.
If permitted, the user may have the option to delete the event.
Select Close when finished reviewing the event.
Best Practices
Use Filters to Reduce Screen Clutter
Display only the modules, personnel, or apparatus relevant to the activity you are reviewing.
Use Day View for Shift-Level Planning
Daily View is useful when crews or supervisors need to focus specifically on activities scheduled for the current operational day.
Use Today for Faster Navigation
After reviewing past or future dates, select Today rather than manually navigating back to the current date.
Use Templates for Repeated Events
When standardized event templates are available, use Add Event From Template to reduce manual data entry and maintain consistency.
Review Permissions When Actions Are Missing
If a user can view an event but cannot perform an expected action, such as deleting it, verify the user's assigned permissions.
Collapse the Calendar When More Space Is Needed
Hide the left-side calendar panel when additional screen space is needed to review scheduled activities.
Use iCal Sharing Appropriately
Use the iCal option when calendar information needs to be shared through a compatible external calendar application.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
Why does Daily Operations open in Month or Calendar View instead of Daily View?
Daily Operations opens in the Calendar View by default. Use the view selector near Filters and select Day.
How do I return to today's schedule after viewing another date?
Select Today from the available Daily View or calendar controls.
Why don't I see an expected event or activity?
Review the selected date and Filters. Confirm that the applicable module, personnel, apparatus, or other filter is selected. Access to records may also depend on your assigned permissions.
Why can't I delete an event?
The ability to delete an event depends on the permissions assigned to your user account. Contact an administrator if you believe you should have access to this option.
Can I view more than one module in Daily View?
Yes. Daily View can display activities from multiple supported modules. Use Filters to select the information you want displayed.
Can I create an event without selecting Add Event?
Yes. Selecting an available area within the Daily View can also open the option to create an event.
Can I share the Daily View with someone outside my agency?
The Daily View includes an iCal sharing option that can be used with compatible calendar applications.
Can I switch back to Week or Month View?
Yes. Use the view selector to switch between Day, Week, and Month.