Therefore, a shift worker s circadian rhythm never adjusts. Whether you work the night shift or not, you are most likely to feel sleepy between midnight and six a.m. And no matter how many years on works a night shift, sleeping during the day remains difficult. Shift workers should avoid caffeine during the last half of they workdays, block out noise and light at bedtime, and stay away from alcohol and alerting activities before going to sleep. Driving while drowsy is no different than driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, said NSF executive director Richard Gelula when the poll results were released.
Sleepiness slows reaction time, decreases awareness and impairs judgment.
Now we re finding that sleepy drivers are more tense and impatient, and may even be speeding up when they really should be stopping to rest. Cite irresponsible and negligent drivers in non-criminal situations under a careless driving law that needs to be instituted. Driver s license should be revoked, if a life is negligently and recklessly taken. Aggressive enforcement of the laws would enhance awareness of all drivers. Revisit the DMV Vehicle and Traffic Laws and Sanctions and make the necessary changes to protect innocent victims from actions that can be avoided.