30 Questions
Which type of Power Engineers commonly work regular Monday to Friday office hours?
Chief Engineers and Assistant Chief Engineers
What is the purpose of scheduling multiple crews in power plants?
To ensure continuous coverage
What is the circadian rhythm?
The natural, individual cycle of being tired and energized
Which of the following is a characteristic of the body during the parts of the cycle requiring low energy?
Slower reaction time
What is the term used to refer to the sleep adaptation that travelers must make when visiting different time zones?
Jet lag
What are some common problems that can occur when the working day does not match the body's circadian day?
Symptoms of insomnia
During the accident, what caused the protagonist to slide off the road?
A patch of black ice
How did the accident affect the protagonist's life?
They broke their back
What was the protagonist's role at the plant before the accident?
Shift supervisor
How did the protagonist's coworker's family matter affect their work schedule?
The protagonist had to cover for the coworker
Which type of Power Engineers may work part-time or on an emergency basis?
Power Engineers assigned to special duties
What is the purpose of scheduling multiple crews in power plants?
To ensure continuous coverage
In Canada, what percentage of workers are employed in some form of shift work?
30%
Which of the following is a recommended strategy for shift workers to reduce disruptions in health, performance, and work preparation?
Maintain regular social activities
What are some common problems that can occur when the working day does not match the body's circadian day?
All of the above
What is the term used to refer to the sleep adaptation that travelers must make when visiting different time zones?
Jet lag
Which of the following best describes the protagonist's role at the plant before the accident?
Shift supervisor
What was the protagonist's motivation for volunteering to look after the shifts?
To help their coworker with a family matter
What physical symptoms did the protagonist experience from working too many shifts?
Upset stomach and sleepiness
What was the protagonist's initial reaction to the accident?
Relief and gratitude
Which of the following is true about Power Engineers and shift work?
Power Engineers may be assigned to special duties requiring day shift only.
What is the purpose of scheduling multiple crews in power plants?
To ensure continuous coverage.
What is the circadian rhythm?
The natural, regular cycle of being tired and energized.
Which of the following is a common problem that can occur when the working day does not match the body's circadian day?
Reduced sleep duration
What is a recommended dietary consideration for shift workers to stay awake and alert during working hours?
Eating high energy foods before work
What are some health issues that shift workers are more likely to suffer from compared to non-shift workers?
Heart disease and stroke
What was the protagonist's main reason for volunteering to look after the shifts at the plant?
To help his coworker with a family matter
What physical symptoms did the protagonist experience from working too many shifts?
Upset stomach and lack of sleep
What was the protagonist's initial reaction to the accident?
Shock and disbelief
What caused the protagonist to slide off the road during the accident?
A patch of black ice
Test your knowledge on shift work in power engineering with this quiz. Learn about the different types of shifts, staffing requirements, and roles of power engineers in maintaining plants 24/7.
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