Driving for extensive periods increases the risk of incidents related to fatigue – it’s important to know the signs and understand how the Go People Runner app helps you manage fatigue.
Common signs of fatigue
- Excessive yawning
- Heavy eyes
- Stiffness or cramps
- Microsleeps (sudden, uncontrollable episodes of sleep lasting up to 10 seconds)
How fatigue affects your driving
Fatigue increases your chance of having an accident. It affects your driving by causing:
- Slower reaction times
- Lack of concentration
- Poor judgment
Fatigue and other work and activities
When driving or delivering using the Go People Runner app, it’s important to assess your level of fatigue prior to logging on. Think about how long you may have been awake for, and whether you’ve had enough sleep. Remember, driver-partners have a legal obligation to manage their fatigue at all times whilst driving on the app.
Managing fatigue
Sleep is the only true preventative measure against the risk of fatigue. Here are some tips to help you manage fatigue:
- Get a good night’s sleep (at least 7-9 hours is recommended)
- If you are doing a Shift, there are paid break times included in the EWT: 20 mins included for a 4 hour shift. Make sure to take breaks every now and then
- It’s a good idea to take a couple of days off to recharge if you’ve been driving for a number of consecutive days
- Check if any medicine you are taking may affect alertness
- Know the early warning signs of fatigue. If you experience any of the 4 warning sides above, or just generally feel tired or drained, log off and call it a day.
- Contact support if you do not feel that you can continue working. GoPeople support will assist to find a backup driver to continue your deliveries.
- Pay attention to the App notification for taking break during your shifts
Fatigue Management Policy
To help safeguard your safety, if you’re driving and feel tired, you should take a break. Additionally, state transit authorities in Australia now outline the responsibilities for driver-partners to manage risks regarding health and safety (such as fatigue).
Remember, Runners have a legal obligation to ensure that they do not drive while fatigued.
