Security Guard how-to
How to Write a Daily Activity Report
Daily activity reports show clients what happened and protect you and your employer.
Daily activity reports show clients what happened and protect you and your employer. In short: record; log; note, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Record your name, post, date and shift times.
Log each patrol with start and end times.
Note observations: open doors, lighting issues, hazards, visitors.
Record any calls, alarms or incidents with times.
Reference separate incident reports for significant events.
Use clear, factual language and avoid opinions.
Review and submit before the end of your shift.
Safety reminders for security guards
- Follow post orders and stay within your legal authority
- Maintain radio contact and lone-worker check-ins
- Avoid physical confrontation; call police when needed
- Know evacuation routes and emergency procedures
Key terms
Post orders · Patrol (tour) · Daily activity report (DAR) · Incident report · Access control · CCTV: see the full security guard glossary.