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Put your hands together and give a big round of applause for National Third Shift Workers Day on the second Wednesday in May! This special day was created to recognize and honor the hard work and dedication of those who work third shift jobs. Often, these workers are overlooked but they provide essential services that keep our society running. They often fill roles that require long hours and irregular schedules, making them some of the most dedicated employees out there. These courageous people definitely deserve a special day of recognition!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1760s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Shift Work</div><div class='timeline-text'>The concept of shift work originated during the Industrial Revolution in the 1760s, due to high demands on factories.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Third Shift Work Defined</div><div class='timeline-text'>Shift work was officially defined in the 1920s to allow for 24-hour production in industries. The third shift, often called the night shift, was noted from approximately midnight to 8 am.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Study on Shift Workers</div><div class='timeline-text'>A landmark study on shift workers was conducted by the University of Michigan in 1975, highlighting the importance and challenges of night work.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition from NSC</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Safety Council (NSC) started a campaign in 1996 to raise awareness about the health and safety risks faced by third shift workers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Third Shift Workers Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Third Shift Workers Day was established in 2003 to honor those who work through the night, ensuring our societies keep functioning round-the-clock.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give a gift card</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your appreciation for third shift workers by giving them a gift card to their favorite restaurant, coffee shop, or store. This is a great way to show that you care and recognize the hard work they do.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an outing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to plan an outing for yourself and some of your third shift co-workers. Spend the day playing mini golf, go on a hike, or just grab lunch together. This is a great way to get out of the office and enjoy each other's company.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a thank you note</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to write a thank you note to the third shift workers at your workplace. Let them know how much their dedication and hard work is appreciated.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give extra time off</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you are able to offer extra time off as a reward or recognition for dedicated third shift workers, this would be greatly appreciated. A few extra days off could make all the difference for someone who works long hours.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Treat them to breakfast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring in breakfast for the whole team on National Third Shift Workers Day. This is a great way to show appreciation and start off the day with a smile.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Third shift workers are essential</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Third shift workers provide essential labor to many industries, such as hospitality and retail. Without them, many businesses would be unable to operate on a 24 hour basis, resulting in lost profits and lost opportunities for customers. This makes it important to recognize the contribution of these invaluable employees.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Third shift workers often go unrecognized</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While their work is incredibly important, third shifters rarely get the recognition they deserve for the long hours of hard work they put in. Therefore, National Third Shift Workers Day is an opportunity to thank and acknowledge these employees for their dedication to their jobs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Third shift workers have unique needs</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Due to their unconventional working hours, third shifters often have different needs than other employees. For example, they may require additional safety precautions due to working in dark or isolated areas. Recognizing this special day gives employers an opportunity to address these needs and ensure their workspaces remain comfortable and safe for all staff members.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Third Shift Workers Consistently Face Jet Lag-like Symptoms</h3><p class='facts-content'>Due to their non-traditional working hours, third shift workers often experience symptoms similar to jet lag such as fatigue, lack of concentration, and disturbed sleep patterns.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Third Shift Workers Tend to Have a Higher Risk of Health Problems</h3><p class='facts-content'>Numerous studies have found that night shift workers are at a higher risk of developing health issues such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and certain types of cancer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shift Workers are a Major Part of the Workforce</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 15 million Americans work full-time on evening shift, night shift, rotating shifts or other employer-arranged irregular schedules.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Night Shift Workers Help Keep 24/7 Societies Functioning</h3><p class='facts-content'>From healthcare to emergency services and from transport to hospitality, third shift workers ensure that essential services continue smoothly round-the-clock in our 24/7 societies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Third Shift Workers Often have Inverted Social Lives</h3><p class='facts-content'>Due to their work schedules, third shift workers often have to adapt to an inverted social life, finding opportunities for family time and social activities during the late morning or early afternoon hours when most are at work.</p></div></div>
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