The
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and OSHA have published a
new guidance document, "Preventing Worker Fatigue Among
Ebola Healthcare Workers and Responders"
(*PDF). Healthcare workers and emergency responders are often required to
work extended, rotating, consecutive or otherwise unusual shifts. They also
need enhanced personal protective equipment when working with Ebola patients or
in Ebola-contaminated areas. These conditions increase the risk of injuries and
can contribute to poor health and worker fatigue. The new guidance document
provides information for protecting workers in these conditions. For more
information about protecting workers from occupational exposure to Ebola virus
and related hazards, also see OSHA's Ebola Web page.
Source: OSHA
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