Workers over age 50 may be facing a ‘sleep crisis’

University of Edinburgh researchers studying 45 British workers aged 50-66 discovered that nighttime sleep disturbances occur more frequently than previously documented, revealing a hidden sleep crisis among older workers. Construction companies should consider this finding when managing aging workforces, as sleep quality directly impacts worker safety and productivity on job sites.

Edinburgh, Scotland — A recent study of healthy older workers has uncovered a “hidden sleep crisis,” with nighttime disturbances occurring more often than previously believed. For the yearlong study, University of Edinburgh researchers followed 45 British workers between the ages of 50 and 66.…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.