Check a break in Dispatcher Workspace

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title: Check a break in Dispatcher Workspace
description: Check whether a break on a work order task has been taken or is still planned, without leaving Dispatcher Workspace.
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last_updated: "2026-09-10"
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# Check a break in Dispatcher Workspace

Check whether a break on a work order task has been taken or is still planned, without leaving Dispatcher Workspace.

## Before you begin

Role required: wm\_dispatcher

## Procedure

1.  Navigate to **All** > **Field Service** > **Dispatching** > **Dispatcher Workspace**.

2.  Select **Dispatcher Workspace**.

3.  Select the work order task that shows the break icon.

4.  In the contextual side panel, view the break's status.

    |Status|Description|
    |------|-----------|
    |**Planned**|The break hasn't been taken yet.|
    |**Taken**|The break has already been taken.|