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Work handover — free printable document template

A work handover document template. For leave, leaving or cover — capture everything a colleague needs to keep things running smoothly while you're away.

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✓ Editable in any free PDF tool✓ A2 · A3 · 18×24"✓ Print-shop ready
Free · No email required Work handover document template printable leave leaving cover colleague needs things running smoothly away annual leave maternity
What you get

Designed to look bought, priced at nothing

Three print sizes

A2 and A3 for home printers, plus 18×24" for a print shop or easel.

Fully editable

Change the wording in any free PDF editor — no design software needed.

High-resolution

Crisp 300 DPI vector text that stays sharp at poster size.

How to use it

From download to display in three steps

  • Personalise. Open the PDF in Canva, Acrobat online or Apple Preview and edit the text.
  • Print. Heavyweight matte card at home for A3 and under; a print shop for 18×24".
  • Display. Frame it or stand it on an easel at your .

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Frequently asked questions

What should a good work handover include?
Everything a colleague needs to cover for you without having to chase you while you're away: the status of ongoing work, anything urgent or time-sensitive, key contacts (and who to escalate to), regular recurring tasks with their deadlines, where things are and how to access them, and any pitfalls to watch for. A thorough handover before annual leave or parental leave protects both your peace of mind and your reputation — and means you return to far less chaos.
Is it really free?
Yes — no email, no sign-up.
Can I print it more than once?
Yes — print as many copies as you need.