Assessing the Effects of Fatigue on Cognitive Performance for Shift Workers in the Petrochemical Industry: A Scoping Review

Abstract: Each industry has its challenges and risk factors for workplace fatigue, shaped by the nature of the work, the work environment, and regulatory frameworks. The petrochemical industry requires shift systems to keep their productions operational continuously. These systems pose significant risks associated with worker fatigue. Workers are frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, posing a risk to their health and further exacerbating fatigue. It might lead to decreased safety and productivity. To investigate this issue, we conducted a scoping review of literature published according to PRISMA guidelines in the past two decades using Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase databases. The objective is to investigate the question: "What does the current literature indicate about the effects of fatigue during shift work in the petrochemical industry?". Our review highlights the complex relationship between shift work patterns and their physiological and psychological impact on workers in this industry. Our paper aims to provide industry-specific recommendations and interventions that effectively reduce the adverse effects of shift fatigue in the petrochemical sector.

Keywords: Fatigue, Ergonomics, Petrochemical, Stress, Human factors

DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1004751

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