by Fiona Johnston | Aug 17, 2025 | Sleep and fatigue
Introduction:Until recently, I worked as a mental health professional for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, providing care across remote communities. Even during daytime shifts, long and irregular hours, extended drives, and extreme temperatures could lead to fatigue...
by Fiona Johnston | Jul 21, 2025 | Sleep and fatigue
I recently ran a Train the Trainer workshop for Contact Energy, working with their managers and team leaders who support staff in the control room — a safety-critical environment where alertness is essential. Shiftwork brings real challenges with sleep, fatigue, and...
by Fiona Johnston | Feb 22, 2025 | Roster Design
Understanding FAID: A Biomathematical Approach to Fatigue Risk Assessment Fatigue is a serious concern in many high-risk industries, leading to decreased performance, safety incidents, and overall wellbeing issues. Understanding and managing fatigue is crucial for...
by Fiona Johnston | Sep 3, 2024 | Sleep and fatigue
This blog is about alertness strategies for shiftworkers offering practical tips and evidence-based solutions to maintain peak performance throughout your shift. Recently while discussing alertness strategies with a shiftwork client, participants expressed a keen...
by Fiona Johnston | Aug 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
How to review your roster using the ABC approach. A – Assess the Current Roster • Analyse Data: Gather and review the current roster data, including a biomathematical assessment of fatigue risk, hours worked, and any existing issues like absenteeism, overtime,...
