MADISON, Ala. (WHNT) — Firefighting is a physically and mentally demanding job. That’s part of why Madison Fire & Rescue is prioritizing recovery time with a new shift schedule.
The department is now operating on a 48/96 schedule. Captain Dan Pickens told News 19, “It’s just a better fit for us.”
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Firefighters will now work for 48 hours on and have 96 hours off. Previously, they worked 24 hours on and had 48 hours off.
Pickens said the new schedule is a drastic improvement from the previous one…