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Submitting Incident Reports

Use the Giv app for Incident Reporting to log any unexpected events during a shift—like falls, behaviors, or medication issues.

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Step 1: open your active shift

  1. From the Giv app Home Screen, tap Go to Shift

  2. Tap the client’s name (e.g., Mike Tyson) to open their shift details


Step 2: navigate to incident reports

  1. Under the client’s profile, go to:

    • ReportsIncident Reports

  2. Tap the “Report Incident” button

🧠 If the button is grayed out at first, wait a moment for it to fully load.


Step 3: fill out the incident report

  1. Select the Incident Type

    • Your agency customizes this list (e.g., “Mild,” “Moderate,” “Critical”)

  2. Enter Notes detailing what happened

    • Be clear and specific for compliance and follow-up

🔧 Agencies can customize report fields in the Giv dashboard


Step 4: submit the report

  • Tap Submit

  • The report will be sent directly to the Giv dashboard for admin review

  • If your agency uses incident alert emails, the designated contacts will also receive an automatic notification


You can submit more than one

  • Need to report multiple incidents for the same shift?

    • Simply repeat the steps above—there’s no limit to how many reports you can log


Why it matters

  • Ensures timely and accurate documentation

  • Helps agencies stay compliant with state and organizational requirements

  • Supports client safety and staff accountability


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