[barb-tex]

Why all the tears over Overtime? I, for one think the base salary is not out of line, and if the overtime is necessary, pay the man, or increase the staff and pay at least that much In benefits and over head. If not necessary don’t schedule it.
If you work a man OT you really get him for half time.
barbra ann

[Species8472]

One of the unique aspects of the fire service is that a community has the ability to determine the level of service desired in the local community. If you hire a lot of firefighters and buy them good equipment along with an adequate water supply, (high taxes) you get a lower ISO fire protection rating (Low fire insurance rates).

Staff with volunteers and minimal equipment (low taxes) you get a higher ISO rating along with high fire insurance rate.

There are no federal mandates in this respect. It is one of the few areas left where a local community still has control.