HGV Driver Sleep Tips: How to Stay Alert and Legal on the Road

Practical sleep tips for HGV drivers. Legal rest requirements, shift work sleep science, cab blackout curtains, sleep apnoea and the DVLA.

Sleep is the single most important factor in road safety for professional HGV drivers. This guide covers the legal rest requirements, the science of sleep for shift workers, practical tips for improving sleep quality in the cab and at home, and the DVLA's rules on sleep apnoea.

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