Living with Shiftwork Safety Meeting Series

1. Living with ShiftworkSafety Meeting Series Introduce topic. Distribute participant copies of all material. Introduce self. Review housekeeping details Washrooms location, beverage location/details, etc. Get up, move around, stay/go as needed Emergency procedures Ask questions throughout the presentation Breaks & End-time Facilitate introduction of participants. Invite participant to state: Name Organization One thing they are hoping to learn/increase their understanding of today Capture participants learning goals on flipchart. Give feedback regarding which will be addressed today and which we may have to follow-up with etc. (manage expectations) Introduce topic. Distribute participant copies of all material. Introduce self. Review housekeeping details Washrooms location, beverage location/details, etc. Get up, move around, stay/go as needed Emergency procedures Ask questions throughout the presentation Breaks & End-time Facilitate introduction of participants. Invite participant to state: Name Organization One thing they are hoping to learn/increase their understanding of today Capture participants learning goals on flipchart. Give feedback regarding which will be addressed today and which we may have to follow-up with etc. (manage expectations)

2. Introduction Shiftwork has been around for centuries bakers ancient Rome restricted deliveries to night-time Key difference is rotation The body must adapt to each change It�s not a job; it�s a way of life!! Review Overhead Although adaptation is required the adaptation is difficult - ask participants why? 1. Natural Circadian Rhythm 2. Most of the world does not work shift - cues in the world are different 3. Family life can be difficult for shiftworkerReview Overhead Although adaptation is required the adaptation is difficult - ask participants why? 1. Natural Circadian Rhythm 2. Most of the world does not work shift - cues in the world are different 3. Family life can be difficult for shiftworker

3. Introduction Any work outside the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Statistics Canada estimates 30% of Canadians work shifts 20% can�t cope and quit 20% cope reasonably well 60% struggle with it Go over points in list Discuss definition of what is shift work. 23 million in US work shiftwork Brian Kohler, National Rep, Health and Safety CEP stated in an article that 30% of workforce is engaged in workschedule other than during traditional hours. Not everyone can cope well with shiftwork because of natural body chemistry, age, pressures, illness, etc. Ask participants what they personality characteristics they feel best describe a shiftworker? We will be comparing these to those discussed on the first video. SHOW VIDEO # 1. The Shiftworker Reality 19:00 minutes Ask participants what is diurnal and nocturnal.Go over points in list Discuss definition of what is shift work. 23 million in US work shiftwork Brian Kohler, National Rep, Health and Safety CEP stated in an article that 30% of workforce is engaged in workschedule other than during traditional hours. Not everyone can cope well with shiftwork because of natural body chemistry, age, pressures, illness, etc. Ask participants what they personality characteristics they feel best describe a shiftworker? We will be comparing these to those discussed on the first video. SHOW VIDEO # 1. The Shiftworker Reality 19:00 minutes Ask participants what is diurnal and nocturnal.

5. Effects of Shiftwork Short and Long Term Health Effects Social Effects On the Job Effects

6. Short-term Health Effects Gastro-intestinal problems heartburn loss of appetite Junk food junkies and caffeine freaks The body simply doesn�t function as well Review Slide Ask participants if they experience any of these symptoms as a result of shiftwork. Do the symptoms occur on or about the same time every night? We will look later at why this occurs and what steps to take to reduce the occuranceReview Slide Ask participants if they experience any of these symptoms as a result of shiftwork. Do the symptoms occur on or about the same time every night? We will look later at why this occurs and what steps to take to reduce the occurance

7. Review Slide For each item expand on the item and ask participants if they have experienced the sleep disorders or have they tried alcohol to get to sleep. Review Slide For each item expand on the item and ask participants if they have experienced the sleep disorders or have they tried alcohol to get to sleep.

10. Circadian means �about a day� This rhythm is controlled by secretions of a specific set of cells (suprachiasmatic nucleus SCN) found in the hypothalamus. Light receptors in the retina linked to the hypothalamus. These receptors feed information to the pineal gland which secrets melatonin during the night. During the day melatonin secretion is inhibited The hypothalamus also triggers a neuroendocrine response which acts on the pituitary gland. This pathway profoundly influences other parts of the body including endocrine, immune, cardiovascular and urinary systems. Hormones influenced by circadian rhythm are growth hormone, prolactin and testosterone. See diagram next pageCircadian means �about a day� This rhythm is controlled by secretions of a specific set of cells (suprachiasmatic nucleus SCN) found in the hypothalamus. Light receptors in the retina linked to the hypothalamus. These receptors feed information to the pineal gland which secrets melatonin during the night. During the day melatonin secretion is inhibited The hypothalamus also triggers a neuroendocrine response which acts on the pituitary gland. This pathway profoundly influences other parts of the body including endocrine, immune, cardiovascular and urinary systems. Hormones influenced by circadian rhythm are growth hormone, prolactin and testosterone. See diagram next page

11. Shopping List for Better Sleep Good mattress Dark blinds/heavy drapes Eye mask & ear plugs Answering machine Fan for white noise

12. Tips for Better Sleeping Design your sleep area for sleep Avoid eating/drinking too close to bedtime Avoid alcohol before going to bed Avoid smoking before bed Exercise regularly to promote better sleep Go to bed when you are drowsy Keep your job interesting