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Fatigue and its management in the workplace
John A Caldwell1, J Lynn Caldwell2, Lauren A Thompson3
1Oak Ridge Associated Universities, Oak Ridge, TN, United States.
Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews
|November 5, 2018
Summary
Modern industrial society causes fatigue and workplace sleepiness, primarily due to insufficient or disrupted sleep. Implementing evidence-based strategies for sleep and work/rest schedules can significantly reduce performance and safety hazards.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Sleep Science
- Human Performance
Background:
- Fatigue and workplace sleepiness are prevalent issues in modern industrial societies.
- Fatigue is a complex biological response influenced by wake duration, time of day, workload, health, and lifestyle.
- Insufficient or disrupted sleep is the primary driver of fatigue, leading to significant safety risks and adverse health outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the causes and consequences of fatigue and workplace sleepiness.
- To identify evidence-based strategies for mitigating fatigue and sleep loss.
- To emphasize the importance of education and scientifically-proven interventions for sleep and alertness management.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of fatigue and sleepiness in industrial and occupational settings.
- Analysis of biological factors contributing to fatigue, including homeostatic sleep drive and circadian rhythms.
- Examination of various countermeasures, including scheduling, technological aids, and pharmacological options.
Main Results:
- Excessive workplace sleepiness poses serious safety hazards, contributing to accidents and negative health effects.
- Optimizing work/rest schedules and promoting adequate sleep are crucial for mitigating fatigue.
- A range of strategies, from nap scheduling to fatigue detection technologies, can reduce performance decrements.
Conclusions:
- Evidence-based strategies for sleep enhancement and alertness management are essential for reducing fatigue-related risks.
- Implementing proper sleep scheduling, work breaks, and fatigue monitoring tools can improve workplace safety.
- Education on sleep hygiene and the dangers of fatigue is vital for both individual well-being and occupational safety.
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