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and work-family balance, showing positive short term effects on sleep and fatigue if shift schedules rotated forwards (clockwise rotation of shifts) and quick returns (<11 hours rest between shifts) were prevented. Furthermore, it seems plausible that work-family balance can be improved by providing work time control and by preventing work during the weekends. Only a few studies examined the role of personal characteristics, showing no clear relation between shift schedule, health and wellbeing, and personal characteristics. These results can be used by HRM professionals to inform line managers and workers about ergonomic recommendations to support sustainable employability of shift workers.