The Impact of Commute Times on the Fatigue and Safety of Locomotive Engineers and Conductors

This is a new collection of information and is entirely voluntary and will focus on locomotive engineers and conductors as participants. This is a one-time collection. The purpose of this data collection effort is to develop an in-depth understanding of the factors that contribute to fatigue in locomotive engineers and conductors, with a particular focus on commute times and the resulting impact on safety. An assessment of the important factors contributing to fatigue and the effects of these factors on safety from the perspective of the rail worker (i.e., locomotive engineers and conductors) is necessary to facilitate mutually beneficial solutions between workers and management. Oftentimes, disconnects exist between the opinions and experiences of front-line workers and management personnel, particularly when it comes to the impact of fatigue (Camden et al., 2014). This information is a critical first step in developing effective fatigue-mitigation strategies and may also inform regulatory decision making specifically for locomotive engineers and conductors.

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