The Fighting Fatigue in the Workplace course introduces learners to the causes and consequences of fatigue, a leading contributor to workplace incidents. Fatigue impairs judgment, slows reaction time, and increases the likelihood of errors that can lead to serious injuries or fatalities. Beyond the physical risks, fatigue also lowers productivity and creates significant financial burdens for employers. In the U.S. alone, fatigue is estimated to cost businesses more than $130 billion each year.

This training helps employees understand how fatigue develops, the hazards it creates, and practical strategies to reduce fatigue in day-to-day work. Learners explore how factors such as sleep habits, diet, hydration, and general health influence alertness and overall well-being. The course also outlines effective workplace practices and personal habits that can help prevent fatigue-related incidents, while promoting a healthier, safer work environment.

Fatigue management is essential in preventing workplace injuries, especially in environments that require sustained attention, physical effort, or long working hours. Understanding what causes fatigue—and how to reduce its effects—helps workers stay alert, make safer decisions, and maintain high levels of performance.

Understanding Fatigue

• What fatigue is and the factors that cause it
• Physical, cognitive, and emotional impacts of fatigue

Hazards of Fatigue

• How fatigue increases the risk of workplace incidents
• Recognizing warning signs before they lead to injury

Reducing Fatigue in the Workplace

• Work practices and scheduling considerations
• Strategies to promote safer, more alert work habits

Sleep Hygiene

• Importance of quality sleep
• Techniques to improve sleep habits and restfulness

Healthy Diet and Exercise

• How nutrition affects energy levels
• The role of physical activity in reducing fatigue

Additional Best Practices

• Practical steps for sustaining alertness throughout the workday
• Long-term habits that support overall health and safety

This online fatigue safety training takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Learners may start, pause, and resume at their convenience.

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the final assessment. The course may be taken up to three times. Short quizzes throughout reinforce key learning objectives and support knowledge retention. A downloadable student manual is included as a helpful future reference.

Upon successful completion, a digital certificate will be available for download and printing, confirming the learner’s training in workplace fatigue awareness and prevention.