GRAHAM, N.C. — Graham firefighters have officially adopted the 48/96 shift schedule, working two consecutive days followed by four days off, after completing a five-month trial period.
The change was made official on June 3 after the city manager approved Fire Chief Tommy Cole’s request, WFMY reported.
“Chief Cole commended his captains for their leadership in managing sleep and rest schedules, ensuring our firefighters remain alert and mission-ready throughout their 48-hour shifts,” the fire department said in a social media post…