Should Employees Be Allowed to Sleep During Working Hours

Should Employees Be Allowed to Sleep During Working HoursIf youre coming from the East (or have been assigned there), then sleeping at work is bedrngnislage an issue at all. You might have second thoughts after boarding the Tokyo Metro, on your way to Odaiba, where you may want to see the replica of the Statue of Liberty. A visibly-tired employee, who seemed heavily asleep during the train ride, would distract you, though.The topic of sleeping at work could be a debatable topic in America. For instance, the California employment law would state that employees are allowed an uninterrupted 30-minute lunch break. This rule should pertain to non-exempt employees and could be interpreted as that time of the (working) day when bosses (or supervisors) would relieve employees of all duties. In other words, employees could do anything they want to do. Power nap should be one of those things. There would be a catch, though.It might notlage be good to doze off on your desk while the lights are on. A colleague or two might remain on the desk during the lunch break, probably finishing a task that should have been done before the morning period is over. Bosses (or supervisors) may not have discussed it with employees, where curtains should be untied (to darken the room). The company may (or may not) provide throw pillows to sleep on. Employees who dont feel like taking a nap must go somewhere else. On the other hand, employees who wouldnt want to clarify this matter could play around the rule. (Bosses have too many things to do, as they dont have the time to move around the office. Someone might be sleeping under the table, which might be located on the far end.)Sleeping at work, or siesta time, could have long-term benefits. Employee performance wont dip after lunch hour. Some may not mind working overtime. (Friday can be an exception.) Sleep should lighten up the mood, which could yield to other (favorable) results. This subject matter may not be on the top of the list, wh ich includes salary and other benefits. It could have serious consequences if one wont address it right away. 5 Ways to Avoid the 40 Winks Sleep seven hours or more. Our northern neighbors (or many of them) have managed to have uninterrupted sleep for seven hours or more. Some cynics might point out the colder weather, forgetting Tim Hortons along the way. Canadians must have a high level of self discipline to do it for such a time, and they are not alone. (Germans and Mexicans have made long sleep a priority.) Its not the case with the Japanese employees (or many of them), which could be due to their workaholic culture. Its not difficult to relate to them. It doesnt mean that we must sleep less, as the body heals itself. A few hours of sleep (or no sleep) can lead to a variety of illnesses.Go to bed early. Its the only way to have that seven-hour sleep (or more). You should give up a lot of luxuries (or bad habits), like late-night viewing of Netflix shows. If you have a certain li festyle to keep for a certain period, like going to the gym, then you need a budget to maintain it. You could get into trouble if you have that undesirable habit of waking up late and procrastinating in your preparation for the first day of the working week.Dont drink too much coffee. You should need it during the working hours, but the afternoon period could pose a dilemma. If you have done your tasks, then you might fancy skipping another cup of coffee (or your third for the day). You may have regrets when you start counting those winks. Have another fill if you still have a task (or two) to finish.Sweat it off (and sweat some more). Exercising should keep you wide awake, if not energized, throughout the day. You wont need caffeine as long as you dont eat lots of donuts.Prioritize your tasks. The most challenging tasks must be done during the morning period. It should leave you with lighter responsibilities during the afternoon. You may (or may not) have another cup of coffee in t he afternoon, but make sure that you wont exert too much effort. You might not overcome the exhaustion. Know Your Rights, But Sleeping May Not Be Included It would help if you should make a thorough research on sleeping at work, if theres a certain law in the state where your company is located. Then again, you shouldnt go through that length. Theres nothing wrong about asking your boss (or supervisor) first hand. It wont be the right time to bring up the subject during the interview, though. (And you must hold your tongue during your first month in the office.)If you dont get a favorable response, then it doesnt mean that you must sleep on the sly (during your break). Youre taking a huge risk if you do it, as you cant expect your colleague(s) to watch your back. Youre old enough to know what is right and wrong. Read all news