If the clowns had allowed the flight crew rest compartment to remain in its original location and configuration then the augmenting crew would be able to scurry away and read the paper without being in anyones way prior to departure. They could return to the flight deck once the operating Captain has given the go ahead to close doors.
Funny how simple ignorance leads to poor decisions that can cause repercussions down the line that managers just cannot see because they have no relevant experience in the field.