Circadian Rhythms as a Basis for Work Organization

Abstract

The findings can be applied in any work design, but they are especially suited for highly demanding work carried out outdoors.

The effectiveness of organisational-level workplace mental health interventions on mental health and wellbeing in construction workers: A systematic review and recommended research agenda

“…We identified one cluster randomized controlled trial reported in two articles [ 72 , 73 ], one controlled before- and after study [ 74 ] and two uncontrolled before- and after studies [ 75 , 76 ] ( Table 2 ). Anger at al.…”

“…[ 75 ] presented a pilot study in preparation of a larger RCT. One study targeted the intervention (training to improve the psychosocial work environment) at supervisors only, with measurement of the changes in health outcomes in their subordinates [ 74 ], one study targeted the intervention at supervisors and shop-floor workers [ 75 ], and the remaining two studies targeted shop-floor workers only [ 72 , 73 , 76 ]. Total sample size across the four studies was 260 from a variety of occupations within construction.…”

“…Total sample size across the four studies was 260 from a variety of occupations within construction. Sample sizes of the individual studies ranged between five [ 76 ], and 171 [ 72 , 73 ] individuals. Studies included predominantly male participants.…”

“…The modification of the job and tasks featured in one study [ 76 ]. This study included the design and evaluation of a system of re-organising task allocation for live-line electricians to reduce physical and mental workload with consideration for circadian rhythm, the effect of heat and accumulation of fatigue over the work week.…”

“…Table 4 provides a summary of the quality appraisal results. The remaining three included studies did not receive a strong rating across any of the six criteria, with only two of six criteria rated as ‘moderate’ for Guimaraes et al [ 76 ] for Elo et al [ 74 ], and for Anger et al [ 75 ], respectively.…”