Effects of caffeine on occupationally important functions of locomotive operators
Zhuravleva, G.N.
Meditsina Truda i Promyshlennaia Ekologiia 2: 25-28
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 1026-9428 PMID: 7767611 Document Number: 442133
The study covered effects of Caffeine on simple and integral reactions of locomotive drivers. A total of 224 individuals was polled. Caffeine appeared to stimulate significant occupational functions of the drivers in first hours and subsequently hamper them by 2nd--4th hours. Low doses (about 0.04 g) occurred notably effective. Primary paradoxical reactions were frequent. The authors presented practical recommendations on intake of Caffeine-containing drinks against the drivers' sleep at work, with consideration of doses, schedule of intake and individual response.