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Old 18th May 2005, 17:01
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Old Smokey
 
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I think that it is a very good idea. I regularly take a nap on very long sectors, and, in turn, allow my F/Os to do the same.

My Company also thinks that it's a good idea.

My boss (who writes the SOPs) also thinks that it's a good idea, but steadfastly refuses to issue an SOP or even guidance material on the matter - WHY?

Because the regulatory authority DO NOT think that it's a good idea, and would immediately issue a compulsory instruction banning it if the company acknowledged the practice. Then we could never take a snooze.

Unfortunately there are those amongst us who require an SOP or guidance material for just about everything, sad sad Pavlov's dog cases. My advice to them is to go take a snooze in the corner.

Regards,

Old Smokey
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