If fatigue affects safe work, pause

Do not continue a task you believe you cannot do safely. Stop or avoid the unsafe task, and follow your site's established safety escalation procedure.

Take the next safe step

Use the local procedure for the actual handoff and escalation route.

  1. 1

    Notice the signs

    Pay attention if you are struggling to stay alert, concentrate, or carry out a task safely.

  2. 2

    Pause the unsafe task

    Stop or avoid the task if fatigue could make it unsafe. Follow any site-specific instructions for making the area or work safe.

  3. 3

    Tell the designated person

    Use the supervisor or safety contact named in your site's established procedure. This example does not specify a contact or escalation route.

  4. 4

    Follow the local handoff

    Follow the confirmed process for reassignment, coverage, or further escalation. Check Policy Hub or ask your manager where the current procedure is published.