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End of Daylight-Saving Time Can Be Hazardous

End of Daylight-Saving Time Can Be Hazardous

Early this Sunday morning November 6th, most people in Canada will turn their clocks back one hour for the end of Daylight-Saving Time. Most of us think: “Fantastic! I get another hour of sleep” and yes, you will. However, there is a huge difference between the “society clock” and the “biological clock” we all work from. During such time changes there is statistically an increase in safety incidents.

The end of daylight-saving time can leave many people feeling fatigued, which can pose safety risks both at home and in the workplace. Some things to keep in mind when switching back to standard time are:

Fatigue: Studies suggest that it takes people who work traditional hours several days to fully readjust their sleep schedule after the time change. While it may seem a welcome gift to get an extra hour of sleep as opposed to losing an hour in the spring, there is a physiological consequence to changing our clocks. Don’t be surprised if you feel a bit sluggish during the first week or so after time change.

Accidents: Evidence suggests that time changes increase safety problems both at work and at home. Just being aware of the increased risk of accidents in the period immediately following the time change may help you stay alert. Try to avoid building up a sleep debt in the days before the change.

 

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