Factors Associated with Fatigued Driving among Australian Truck Drivers: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Xinyi RenElizabeth PritchardCaryn van VredenSharon NewnamRoss A Iles Ting Xia

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2023)

The increased risk of fatigue in truck drivers is associated with prolonged working hours, poor sleep, and social aspects such as loneliness. Further interventions seeking to reduce driver fatigue should consider the impact of work schedules, the availability of quality sleeping spaces, and the level of social connections.

Keyphrases

sleep quality
mental health
physical activity
healthcare
risk factors
depressive symptoms
quality improvement