r/Firefighting • u/Launch_Rockface • Jul 10 '25

General Discussion Unpopular Opinions In the Fire Service

I am curious what other peoples unpopular opinions of the fire service are? I know there are alot of things we are doing or trying to do to improve the fire service as far as training and wellness, but I also know alot of it is just not that great in my opinion.

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u/paddy_wagoneer Jul 11 '25

Finding time for loved ones isn’t nearly as tough as they make it seem. Me and my girlfriend do just fine, although i will admit it’s a bit challenging with me and my wife

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u/wolfey200 Ass Chief Jul 15 '25

I argue with people all the time on this, people claim that Monday through Friday is better for family time but it’s just not true. I was on a 7-10 Monday through Thursday for a few months and it was awful for family time. 3 days off in a row is nice but I was fighting to get through 4 days to make it to the weekend. I’d rather do my 24 and have 2 full days with the family. Three 12s might be the next best thing.