""Heavy reliance on OT may create long-term operational and workforce risks, including employee fatigue, reduced morale, and potential impacts on safety and performance," Murdock said in her report on police and fire staffing, released on Thursday."
""This concentration of OT among a small group of employees suggests potential workload imbalances," Murdock said."
""Studies from other cities have shown extended work hours impair officer alertness and decision-making," Murdock said."
""The New York City Police Department Inspector General found officers were 36% more likely to get a substantiated complaint or a lawsuit after working OT.""
Palo Alto's police department faces risks due to heavy reliance on overtime, which reached nearly $3.5 million in 2024. City Auditor Kate Murdock reported that 10 officers accounted for over 35% of this overtime, indicating workload imbalances. Increased overtime correlates with higher risks of incidents, fatigue, and reduced morale. Studies show that extended work hours impair officer alertness and decision-making, leading to more complaints and accidents. Despite low averages of incidents, the trend in worker's compensation claims since 2020 raises concerns about the impact of overtime on officer performance and safety.
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