Staffing evaluation could mean layoffs for firefighters
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Medicine Hat Fire Service may be reducing its workforce without compromising safety, says the chief.
“The city is evaluating staffing models that do not compromise firefighter or resident safety, and at the same time find opportunities for cost reduction,” said Brian Stauth in an email. “The 2020 Fire Service Strategic Plan was adopted by city council on Jan.4 and commits to upholding current response time targets and the current number of firefighters (14) on duty.”
The union representing Medicine Hat firefighters was notified of possible layoffs in accordance with the collective agreement, said Stauth.