Comparison of ACGME resident duty hours standards for PGY-1 residents, 2003 and 20111
| 2003 Standards | 2011 Standards | |
|---|---|---|
| Supervision | Appropriate supervision of residents in patient-care activities | PGY1 residents should be supervised either directly or indirectly with direct supervision immediately available |
| Hours per week | 80, averaged over 4 weeks | 80, averaged over 4 weeks |
| Days off | One in 7 days, averaged over 4 weeks | One day every week, averaged over 4 weeks |
| Maximum duty period | 24 h plus 6 h to transfer care | 16 h |