#Operator Fatigue

Operator fatigue is the loss of concentration, speed and accuracy that comes with many hours of continuous operating, especially in 48-hour contests. It shows up in the log as more errors, longer gaps and deeper rate dips, often in the second night. Planned rest in the quietest hours, regular food and water, and a comfortable station reduce its effect. Contest rules about off time and breaks also influence how rest can be taken. The articles under this tag explain how to read fatigue in your statistics and how to build a rest schedule that protects both rate and accuracy.