Staying compliant with the Working Time Directive1 (WTD) can be a complex, time-consuming task – especially for businesses operating across multiple sites with large teams. With legal requirements to track working hours, prevent fatigue-related incidents, and manage compliance, companies face serious risks if mistakes are made.
Re-flow’s fatigue tracking2 feature streamlines operations, eliminates human error, and protects workers, all while ensuring safety standards are upheld through WTD compliance.
The Working Time Directive overview: what you need to know
The WTD, of course, sets legal limits on working hours to protect employees from fatigue and overwork. Key points include:
Overtime pay and opt-out considerations
On-call hours and working time rules
For industries requiring 24-hour staffing tracking compliance manually is a challenge. On-call time4 often creates grey areas:
Why fatigue tracking matters
Fatigue isn’t just a compliance issue – it’s a serious safety risk. Poorly managed working hours lead to:
The consequences can be severe, from life-threatening accidents to major fines and legal action. Managing compliance effectively isn’t just about following the rules – it’s about protecting your workforce and business.
How Re-flow automates compliance and fatigue tracking
Ensuring these rules are followed across multiple shifts, locations, and teams is complex. Re-flow automates this process5, ensuring no worker is scheduled beyond their legal limit.
Customisable Automation for your business
Re-flow’s intuitive interface makes compliance simple, with configurable settings that match your company’s specific needs.
You can set automated restrictions on working hours, including:
With Re-flow, companies can eliminate human error and ensure compliance runs seamlessly in the background – so you can focus on running an efficient, safe business.