{"id":2518,"date":"2021-02-04T20:11:02","date_gmt":"2021-02-04T10:11:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fasttrainingaustralia.com.au\/?p=2518"},"modified":"2025-05-27T12:43:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T02:43:20","slug":"how-to-spot-the-10-signs-of-fatigue-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fasttrainingaustralia.com.au\/how-to-spot-the-10-signs-of-fatigue-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Spot the 10 Signs of Fatigue"},"content":{"rendered":"

Recognizing the Signs of Fatigue in the Workplace<\/h2>\n

Fatigue is more than just a case of feeling tired or drowsy. On a work perspective, it can include both mental and\/or physical exhaustion, which can impact you to do your job safely. This could result in injury. Could YOU spot the signs?<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s break it down\u2026..<\/p>\n

What are the 10 signs of Fatigue?<\/h3>\n

1. Blurred vision or impaired visual perception<\/p>\n

\"blurred-vision\"<\/p>\n

Blurred Vision or Impaired visual perception could be a sign<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Feeling unusually tired or drowsy\/lack of energy<\/p>\n

\"man-feeling-fatigued\"<\/p>\n

Whilst extreme tiredness and drowsiness is a sign of fatigue – it isn’t the only sign<\/em><\/p>\n

3. Headaches<\/p>\n

\"man-with-headache-feeling-fatigued\"<\/p>\n

Headaches are a common sign (it is also a sign of dehydration)<\/em><\/p>\n

4. Feeling dizzy<\/p>\n

5. Finding it difficult to concentrate\/memory problems<\/p>\n

6. Finding it difficult to get up from sleep during days off work<\/p>\n

\"person-fatigued-laying-on-couch\"<\/p>\n

If you are sleeping a lot on your days off – find out what’s causing your fatigue.<\/em><\/p>\n

7. Muscles feel sore or ache\/Muscle weakness<\/p>\n

8. Reflexes and responses are slower<\/p>\n

9. Changes in behaviour such as increased moodiness and irritability<\/p>\n

\"woman-getting-angry\"<\/p>\n

Fatigue may affect your moods and behaviour – keep an eye on your colleagues<\/em><\/p>\n

10. Impaired decision-making and judgement<\/p>\n

What causes Fatigue?<\/h3>\n

It is important to understand what the causes are. It could be related to personal circumstances and\/or factors at the workplace which may contribute.<\/p>\n

Different workplaces or industries may be more impacted with workplace fatigue. e.g. shift workers, night workers, remote workers, fly in\/fly out workers, emergency response workers, seasonal workers, health professionals, disability support workers.<\/em><\/p>\n

This list is not exhaustive and careful risk assessment should be undertaken to understand how your workers may be impacted.<\/p>\n

Talk to your workers<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\"group-of-people-talking-consulting\"<\/p>\n

Keep the conversations flowing at work to understand what fatigue risks exist<\/em><\/p>\n

Workplace fatigue factors include:-<\/h3>\n
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  1. Changes to organisational process<\/li>\n
  2. Lengthy commutes<\/li>\n
  3. Exceptionally hot or cold working environments<\/li>\n
  4. Insufficient time between shifts to recover<\/li>\n
  5. Roster systems\/work scheduling<\/li>\n
  6. Lack of sleep\/disruption to your internal body clock<\/li>\n
  7. Long shifts\/shift work<\/li>\n
  8. Tasks involving hazardous manual tasks<\/li>\n
  9. Tasks requiring prolonged or intense mental and\/or physical activity.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What kind of risk does fatigue pose in a workplace?<\/h3>\n

    It is important to understand the risks associated with fatigue in order to manage them.<\/p>\n

    Increased fatigue may result in:<\/h3>\n

    \"man-looking-fatigued\"<\/p>\n

    If you are able to spot the signs early you can try to manage the risks<\/em><\/p>\n