Abstract
This review of the shiftwork area focuses on aspects of safety and productivity. It discusses the situations in which shiftworker performance is critical, the types of problem that can develop and the reasons why shiftworker performance can be impaired. The review ends with a discussion of the various advantages and disadvantages of several shift rotation systems, and of other possible solutions to the problem.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 17-23 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Applied Ergonomics |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Feb 1996 |
Keywords
- Circadian rhythm
- Human
- Night work
- Performance
- Shift
- Shiftwork