Maintenance and Modifications
Torqued: Fatigue issues get closer to scrutiny
There were many times during my years as a mechanic when I was working totally exhausted, but for a number of reasons I continued past the point that I was

There were many times during my years as a mechanic when I was working totally exhausted, but for a number of reasons I continued past the point that I was in danger of causing damage to an aircraft or to myself. For years many of my coworkers and I believed that we were OK to work and not impaired by a lack of rest.

Today’s mechanics often have the same attitude. I have observed many working well past the point that they should just go home and sleep. For most mechanics today that just doesn’t happen. With pay reductions and the cost of living increasing, most mechanics need to work overtime or face some serious lifestyle adjustments. Quite a few have told me that they would leave their present position if the amount of overtime were reduced.

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