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OFCA Episode 46. Paul Hasenmeier
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Does working fewer hours solve the challenges facing today’s firefighters—or does the conversation need to go deeper? Chiefs Clayton O’Brien and Josh Eberly welcome Dr. Paul Hasenmeier, Public Safety Director and Fire Chief for Hernando County, Florida, to discuss his doctoral research on reduced work hours in the fire service. Drawing on interviews with chief fire officers in the southeastern United States, Paul explores how leaders balance firefighter wellness, operational readiness, training, staffing, and fiscal responsibility. He also shares his experience implementing a 48-hour workweek with Kelly days in his department. The discussion goes beyond the 24/48 versus 24/72 debate to…