The Handbook of Fatigue Management in Transportation: Waking Up to the Challenge

Fatigue is a silent killer in the transportation industry, and this book provides a comprehensive reference point for managing it. It brings together international expertise from fatigue science and industry practitioners and is divided into six sections. It is suitable for professionals, transport managers, government advisors, policy makers, students, and anyone interested in supporting alert and safe transportation operations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 580 pages
Publication date: 02 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In the realm of transportation, fatigue emerges as a stealthy adversary, capable of impacting us all. Grasping its essence, including strategies for effective management, holds paramount significance in ensuring safety. While acknowledging the gravity of fatigue as a critical safety concern, establishing a robust and scientifically grounded fatigue risk management program poses a formidable challenge. This invaluable book serves as a comprehensive resource, drawing upon international expertise from esteemed leaders in the field of fatigue science and presenting insightful perspectives from practitioners within the transportation industry. Comprising 40 authored chapters, the book is organized into six sections, designed to enhance our understanding of fatigue science, the consequences of fatigue in transportation, the factors contributing to fatigue, strategies for managing fatigue, promoting alertness, and examining real-world case studies of fatigue management in practice. While each chapter can be approached independently, the greatest benefits will be derived from reading the book as a whole. Each chapter begins with an abstract overview, providing a concise summary of its key points, and concludes with summary bullet points, offering a convenient reference for quick review. This accessible text is tailored to those with a keen interest in fostering alert and secure transportation operations. It is of utmost relevance to professionals, transport managers, government advisors, policy makers, students, academics, and anyone seeking to expand their knowledge in this domain. The scope of this handbook extends to all transport modes, including road, rail, maritime, and aviation. For those embarking on the intricate journey of fatigue management, this handbook stands as an indispensable guide.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032081397