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03/03/2015
61% Of People 'Have Fallen Asleep At Work'
A new survey has revealed more than 60% of people have fallen asleep at work.
The research, conducted by Peninsula Ireland, found 61% of employees had fallen asleep at work. 72% however, admitted they regularly consumed caffeinated drinks at work in order to stay awake.
Interestingly, the number of those falling asleep in the office or work place has actually fallen from the previous year (69%).
The findings have been described as a "rude awakening" for employers.
Alan Price, Managing Director at Peninsula Ireland, is quoted by RTÉ as saying: "In sectors that require a high level of concentration, and a clear understanding of health and safety processes and requirements, falling asleep mid-task could cause a fatal accident."
"For employees regularly driving long-distances for work, a lapse in concentration could cost more than just the repairs of a damaged company vehicle, people's lives are at stake," he added.
(JP)
The research, conducted by Peninsula Ireland, found 61% of employees had fallen asleep at work. 72% however, admitted they regularly consumed caffeinated drinks at work in order to stay awake.
Interestingly, the number of those falling asleep in the office or work place has actually fallen from the previous year (69%).
The findings have been described as a "rude awakening" for employers.
Alan Price, Managing Director at Peninsula Ireland, is quoted by RTÉ as saying: "In sectors that require a high level of concentration, and a clear understanding of health and safety processes and requirements, falling asleep mid-task could cause a fatal accident."
"For employees regularly driving long-distances for work, a lapse in concentration could cost more than just the repairs of a damaged company vehicle, people's lives are at stake," he added.
(JP)
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