Fully Involved: An important update from us. 7.21.26
GSFA • July 22, 2026
Fire Department Shift Schedule Survey
Good afternoon,
The Spalding County Fire Department is gathering information from fire departments across Georgia regarding current shift schedules and any future plans to change scheduling models.
If your department is able, please take a few minutes to complete this brief three-question survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6SMZMX3
Your feedback will help the Spalding County Fire Department evaluate scheduling options and better understand current practices across the state.
Thank you for your participation!
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