The influence of rest break frequency and duration on physical performance and psychophysiological responses: a mining simulation study.
Kanon UchiyamaJames KingKaren E WallmanSarah M TaggartCory W DuganOlivier GirardPublished in: European journal of applied physiology (2022)
Shorter, more frequent rest breaks have little impact on physical performance, thermal strain and exercise-related sensations. Current practices should remain in place until further studies can be conducted on an actual mine site during summer where outdoor workers perform their work duties.