Why Fatigue Matters
Fatigue is one of the most significant risks to safety in complex, high-stakes industries that rely on human performance. Scientific research shows that fatigue impairs alertness, slows reaction time, reduces decision-making quality, and increases the likelihood of error. Whether in aviation, transportation, healthcare, or other safety-critical environments, unmanaged fatigue can lead to costly incidents, degraded performance, and reduced workforce wellbeing.
At Fort Hill Group, we help organizations design and operate comprehensive Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS) aligned with industry guidance and grounded in proven human factors science.
FRMS Components
Safety Policy & Documentation
A successful FRMS begins with clear policies that define responsibilities, commitments, and procedures. We work with leadership to establish fatigue policies that integrate seamlessly with your Safety Management System. Our team develops tailored documentation, including FRMS manuals, reporting protocols, and accountability frameworks. We align your policies with both regulatory requirements and operational realities.Safety Assurance
FRMS must be continuously monitored and improved. We help establish performance indicators and data streams that track fatigue risk across operations. Our analysts design feedback loops that connect reporting systems, biomathematical models, and operational data. We conduct regular safety reviews, benchmarking your fatigue outcomes against industry standards and scientific evidence.Safety Risk Management
Understanding when and how fatigue creates risks is essential. We apply advanced risk analysis methods—drawing on data, scientific models, and human factors expertise—to identify fatigue hazards. We help design proactive controls, such as duty/rest guidelines, shift scheduling strategies, and workload management approaches. Our team guides organizations in prioritizing and mitigating risks using defensible, data-driven methods.Safety Promotion
Culture and training are the foundation of fatigue management. We design and deliver training programs for employees, supervisors, and executives that explain fatigue science and practical strategies for risk reduction. We support the development of a strong reporting culture, encouraging employees to engage with the FRMS as active partners in safety. Our team helps organizations foster leadership commitment, workforce buy-in, and long-term safety culture improvements.Why Work With Us
Deep expertise in human factors, fatigue science, and safety system design.
Team of Ph.D. Fatigue Scientists with experience in all aspects of sleep and fatigue science
Proven track record supporting government and industry leaders, including the FAA.
Tailored solutions that integrate seamlessly into your operations, not one-size-fits-all checklists.
Take the Next Step
Fatigue is a manageable risk, but only with the right systems in place. Let us help you build or strengthen your FRMS so your teams can perform at their best, safely and sustainably.
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