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Fire unions press council for cancer testing, second bunker sets, faster apparatus replacement and staffing changes
Summary
Atlanta firefightersrepresentatives asked the Finance Committee to fund recurring cancer screenings, a second set of bunker gear for all sworn members, accelerated apparatus purchases, improved fleet repairs and incentives to boost paramedic staffing, and they urged measures to reduce call volume and fatigue.
The International Association of Fire Fighters Local 134 told the Atlanta City Council Finance Committee on May 20 that firefighters face rising workload and health risks and asked council to back measures in the coming budget to address those problems.
Major requests: IFF Local 134 President Nate Bailey said the union wants recurring cancer screening for all sworn personnel, a second set of bunker gear for every firefighter, accelerated apparatus procurement and higher repair standards. "Cancer testing has to be in the budget," Bailey said, adding that catching cancer early is critical and that turnout…
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