The relationship between the pattern of shift work and sleep disturbances in Korean firefighters

ConclusionsThis study found a significant association between the frequency of emergency and off-duty work and insomnia in Korean firefighters, whereas the pattern of shift work showed no significant relationship. Therefore, measures to reduce the frequency of emergency and off-duty work are required to prevent sleep disturbances in firefighters.
Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health - Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research