Which action is NOT recommended when fatigue is detected?

Which action is NOT recommended when fatigue is detected?

• A. Continue working.
• B. Take breaks.
• C. Notify supervisor.
• D. Stay alert.

Answer: (A)

Fatigue management and safe decision-making on the job is the idea being tested. When fatigue is detected, your ability to notice hazards, react quickly, and make good judgments around rail equipment is reduced. The safest move is to pause and rest by taking a break to restore alertness, and to notify your supervisor so they can arrange relief or adjust the workload. Staying alert is important, but if fatigue is present, simply trying to stay awake may not be enough to prevent mistakes. Continuing to work through fatigue keeps you and others at higher risk. So, the not-recommended action is to continue working while fatigued.

Fatigue management and safe decision-making on the job is the idea being tested. When fatigue is detected, your ability to notice hazards, react quickly, and make good judgments around rail equipment is reduced. The safest move is to pause and rest by taking a break to restore alertness, and to notify your supervisor so they can arrange relief or adjust the workload. Staying alert is important, but if fatigue is present, simply trying to stay awake may not be enough to prevent mistakes. Continuing to work through fatigue keeps you and others at higher risk. So, the not-recommended action is to continue working while fatigued.