The Military Leadership Handbook by Robert W. Walker

Author:Robert W. Walker
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781459706316
Publisher: Dundurn

As a guideline, general combat effectiveness can be maintained on four hours of sleep for every 24-hour period. Most individuals can maintain an acceptable level of physical performance for 9–14 days on such a schedule. However, the risk for mission-critical errors is increased, but still remains at acceptable levels. In addition, an extended rest (i.e. three days) would be necessary at the end of the period. Nonetheless, every opportunity to have short sleeps should be utilized. The longer the “nap,” the greater the benefits in improving alertness, mood, and performance. Even short naps of 10–30 minutes (although not ideal) are still better than nothing.

In general, fatigue prevention can be achieved by:

imposing sensible work demands and schedules;

maintaining an appropriate diet;

fostering morale; and

whenever possible, reduce sleep debt.

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