firetender
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Started out working 5 days a week/24 hrs. per day and 10 years later was working 48 on 48 off.
The mitigating factor was in all cases, I was stationed at a quarters where I had the option to lay down and nap (or full on sleep) when needed.
My personal preference over those years (usually low-volume areas) was 72 on 72 off for the three days off in a row.
But I agree, during those times when things get real hairy and you have no choice but to keep working, it can get dangerous for you and others.
The mitigating factor was in all cases, I was stationed at a quarters where I had the option to lay down and nap (or full on sleep) when needed.
My personal preference over those years (usually low-volume areas) was 72 on 72 off for the three days off in a row.
But I agree, during those times when things get real hairy and you have no choice but to keep working, it can get dangerous for you and others.