Inforgraphic: Riskiest Work Schedules

Safety incidents are 30 percent higher during night shifts. You're also at risk if you work an irregular shift, rotating schedule or long hours.

Jan 9, 2019
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Safety incidents are 30 percent higher during night shifts. You're also at risk if you work an irregular shift, rotating schedule or long hours. Any of these types of schedules can upset your body clock.

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