How to avoid workplace napping.

Over the last couple of days two photographs of sleeping TTC employees have surfaced.

It is well known that TTC employees do not have the typical 9am to 5pm work shift; shifts start and end at various times of the day, plus they can pick up "split shifts" where they must turn around be back on the job within eight hours.

To avoid sleeping on the job it is important to keep a few things in mind:

-  Oxygen. Make sure you give yourself a break from your typical work position.  If your job requires mostly sitting in a chair then get up and stretch at least once an hour. This will help you feel refreshed.  If you need to talk to a co-worker walk over and have the conversation.  

-  Eating.  Make sure you replenish your body with food and water.  This will give your body energy so that you can work throughout the day without falling asleep.  Skip the sugary snacks they will only temporarily give you energy.  

-  Sleep.  Get the recommended amount of 8 to 10 hours of sleep every day.  

-  Avoid heavy meals.  Have small portions of food throughout the day.  This will help you avoid sugar spikes then a potential crash.  If you are consuming caffeine at work lower your doses.  

-  Adjust the temperature.  Some people fall asleep when they are too warm, other when they get chilled.  Find your alert zone and add heat or a fan to maintain it.  

Posted by: suhujitha on 2010-01-25 12:16:16

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