Instead of working 9-hour shifts, officers will now work 10-hour shifts and have an extra day off during the week.
“By offering officers an additional day off each week, SPD hopes to reduce the toll on their physical and emotional health, which have led to an increase in retirements and resignations,” SPD said.
SPD leadership will make any adjustments necessary to limit potential impacts on SPD response times and public safety.
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