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Why Do Firefighters Work 24-Hour Shifts?

June 14, 2013 7 Comments

We are all together in recognizing and addressing the significant unmanaged risks posed by Fire & EMS personnel suffering from fatigue. The dots are out there. We just need to start connecting them before, once again, someone else does it for us.

The Slow Death of the 24-Hour Tour?

May 19, 2013 9 Comments

Put simply, long work hours -- defined as shifts lasting more than 10 hours -- have been clearly linked to errors in tasks that require vigilance and focused alertness, such as driving an ambulance and providing patient care.

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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
Sometimes it’s easy to recognize the signs that you need to talk to someone about how you’re doing. But it can also become routine to ignore the effects of stress and trauma as you respond to calls, take extra shifts, and manage all the usual stressors day after day.
It’s essential to practice self-care and check in with yourself regularly. Be aware of how you’re feeling, especially after difficult shifts. Don’t let symptoms of trauma or stress reach a dangerous level. Visit the Public Safety Professionals page on our website for more info!