Allow firefighters to work up to 48 hour shifts

HB 3122 would allow paid firefighters in West Virginia to work 48-hour shifts with majority department approval, replacing the current limit of 112 hours in a 14-day period. Firefighters could choose 48-hour shifts but must take at least 96 hours off afterward, and shifts exceeding 48 hours would only be permitted during emergencies requiring over half the department's service. This bill directly affects all paid firefighters in West Virginia fire departments by changing their allowable shift duration and rest requirements. The change aims to provide more flexible scheduling while maintaining safety standards through the emergency exception and mandatory rest period.