The Effects of the Compressed Workweek: A Review of the Evidence.

Dawkins, Peter; Tulsi, Narmon

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ERIC Number: EJ414499

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1990

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The Effects of the Compressed Workweek: A Review of the Evidence.

Dawkins, Peter; Tulsi, Narmon

Australian Bulletin of Labour, v16 n2 p104-27 Jun 1990

A literature review showed substantial growth in the use of compressed work weeks. Employees benefited from increased leisure but suffered from increased fatigue and work disruption. Organizations might experience enhanced morale and less absenteeism as well as work coordination and communication problems. (SK)

Descriptors: Employee Absenteeism, Fatigue (Biology), Flexible Working Hours, Leaves of Absence, Leisure Time, Supervision, Time Management, Work Environment

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses

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Language: English

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Note: Available from National Institute of Labour Studies, Flinders University of SA, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide 5001, Australia.