Psychosocial implications of shift work: a case study

Abstract

Explores possible effects of work related problems and fatigue on shift workers’ attitude, aptitude and job satisfaction. Uses a simple case study to explore views identified from a literature review. Data were collected from subjective responses using questionnaires among adult male subjects working on a weekly rotating three‐shift system in a shoe factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Results indicate that this particular form of shift work is seen as disruptive to family, conjugal and social life; it curtails leisure activities, affects sleep and causes health problems.

Citation

Ahasan, R., Mohiuddin, G. and Khaleque, A. (2002), "Psychosocial implications of shift work: a case study", Work Study, Vol. 51 No. 3, pp. 116-120. https://doi.org/10.1108/00438020210424244