Change from slowly rotating 8-hour shifts to rapidly rotating 8-hour and 12- hour shifts using participative shift roster design

摘要

Objectives The study examined the impact of change, from slowly rotating continuous 8-hour shifts to more rapidly rotating continuous 8-hour and 12-hour shifts, on the health and quality of life of shift workers. Methods Self-report survey data were collected from 72 shift workers at 3 sewage treatment plants before and Several months after roster change. Conclusions The results show that the prior level of support for change may best explain the impact of roster Redesign on individual well-being. They lend further support to shift worker participation in roster design.