Worker reponsibilities
As a worker, you're responsible for managing fatigue in the workplace.
You must take reasonable care of your health and safety at work and not adversely affect the health and safety of others.
You must follow reasonable instructions and procedures relating to fatigue, such as policies about fitness for work and doing second jobs.
You should:
- know the symptoms of fatigue and assess your fitness for work each day
- understand your sleep, rest and recovery needs
- monitor your level of concentration while at work
- see your doctor if you’re concerned about your health
- talk to your manager if you think you’re at risk of fatigue and do something to manage it, such as taking a break or doing regular stretching
- don’t work overtime or do critical tasks when you know you’re fatigued
- look for signs of fatigue in your colleagues.