30 Questions
Fatigue can be associated with ______ exertion
physical
Managing fatigue is one of the components of an overall approach to fitness for ______
work
VersaTech is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff by eliminating conditions and work practices that would lead to illness, personal injury, equipment or other ______ damage
property
All employees are required to take reasonable steps to ensure their own and others health and safety at work by being fit for ______
work
This procedure aims to provide an overview of VersaTech’s process for controlling the occupational risks associated with ______
fatigue
Informed decisions are made in relation to VersaTech LLC’s Reasonable Working Hours ______
Guidelines
Employees shall report ______ to supervision and supervisors shall take appropriate action to assist the employees.
fatigue
Ensuring that they are fit for work, and in particular, not adversely affected by lack of sleep or by physical or mental ______;
fatigue
Raising any concerns about their fitness for work with their ______;
supervisor
Employees use the time between periods of work to obtain sufficient sleep, rest and ______;
recuperation
Attend and participate in scheduled training activities that provide education about ______.
fatigue
Extended Working Hours: Working hours in excess of established scheduled hours including ______.
overtime
An evaluation plan could include the following _______
predetermined
Senior management and executive commitment to carry out and act on the reviews as scheduled _______
management
A feedback method involving all affected personnel and incorporating _______ accountability and participation
management
A reliable data collection method _______ and anecdotal
empirical
A meaningful analysis process with evaluation criteria based on overall program goals and specific performance objectives _______
goals
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a counseling service provided by VersaTech LLC, which is free, voluntary and _______
confidential
Fatigue incidents are more likely to happen in circadian low points, such as ______ time, especially between the hours of 2am to 6am
night
The effects of fatigue are cumulative; workers are more likely to feel fatigued in the final hours of a work shift than in the first few ______
hours
Incidents are more likely to occur if workers are not given a sufficient opportunity to recover from ______
fatigue
Generally, the more often a worker is fatigued, the greater the likelihood is that an incident will ______
occur
Generally, the longer a person is fatigued, the more likely an incident will ______
occur
Incidents are more likely to occur in work that is generally hazardous, such as when operating heavy machinery or ______
plant
Management and other appropriate staff will receive specific training in their responsibilities and in the recognition, management and referral for assistance of any concerns relating to this ____________.
Procedure
Initial and annual training must be provided on how to recognize ____________, how to control fatigue through appropriate work and personal habits, and reporting of fatigue to supervision.
fatigue
Education programs to raise employee awareness of Fitness for Work issues (especially fatigue, emotional state, and the effects of alcohol and other drugs) and ways of reducing their impact will support this ____________.
procedure
All employees will have access to the Fatigue ____________ and will be required to attend education sessions on this procedure.
Procedure
These sessions are designed to familiarize employees with this ____________ and its requirements.
procedure
Implementing a Fatigue Prevention Program is a critical component of the Fitness for Work ____________.
Framework
Test your knowledge on managing fatigue in the workplace, a key component of overall fitness for work. Learn about the association of fatigue with physical exertion, mental exertion, and sleep disturbances, as well as its long-term health implications. Explore how VersaTech aims to provide a safe working environment for its staff.
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