Rest and readiness: what is the optimal nap length during night shifts? This project aims to investigate the duration of on-shift naps during night shifts for safety and productivity. On-shift naps bo

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Rest and readiness: what is the optimal nap length during night shifts? This project aims to investigate the duration of on-shift naps during night shifts for safety and productivity. On-shift naps boost performance and safety at night, but taking a nap removes the worker from the job, and temporary performance impairments upon waking from naps may mean additional downtime. By employing a rigorous sleep laboratory protocol, this project will determine the best nap length for safety and productivity – something we cannot determine from current evidence. The expected outcome is to establish evidence-based guidelines for on-shift napping, aiming to improve workplace productivity and safety with minimal disruption to operational efficiency.. Scheme: Discovery Projects. Field: 3505 - Human Resources and Industrial Relations. Lead: A/Prof Grace Vincent