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November 1986

Shift work and flexitime: how prevalent are they?

Earl Mellor

New data reveal that shift work and flexitime are not widespread; only 1 of 10 full-time wage and salary workers is on an evening or night shift, and only 1 of 8 has a flexible schedule.

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