10 - Safety and Security
INSIGHTS INTO HUMAN FATIGUE: STATISTICAL ANALYSIS IN AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
J.C. Silva, Brazil; A. Barqueira, Portugal; L.B. Magalhães, Portugal; L.F.F.M. Santos, Portugal
Study shows 52.90% of aircraft maintenance technicians face significant fatigue, affecting those aged 36-50 and night shift workers. It links fatigue to drowsiness and high workload, impacting quality of life. The findings prompt regulatory bodies to develop specific fatigue management strategies, crucial for aviation safety and relevant to other industries where fatigue is a key safety issue.