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New Recruit · 02-09-2008 11:14pm

Wanalaugh wrote: »

......enjoy Sunday its a total shock to the system chaps. So prepare yourself.

How do you do that???

Gee-22 · 02-09-2008 11:25pm

I dont know why i keep reading comments on this thread, it just makes me soooooo depressed

But good luck to everyone starting.... lucky swines

Wanalaugh · 03-09-2008 8:15pm

What I mean by prepare yourself is.....your no longer in civi street, where you can come and go as you please, watch tv when you want, answer back to who you want etc etc. Do as your instructed and work as a team. Dont leave anybody behind, in anything ie PE, drill, classroom work etc.
Trust me, after week 4 things start falling into place. Work hard guys, and remember there is a reason why they do what they do. And being honest, the training team are a good bunch of peeps, and treat them with the respect that they deserve. They are there to help you, if they fault you with something, dont answer back and try and challenge what they have said. These guys know their stuff......now hurry up and get packed, cause your in on Sunday lol arrrrrggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhh

goodcopbadcop · 05-09-2008 11:04am

The Police and Criminal Evidence (Northern Ireland) Order 1989

Since it was mentioned to get this book and amazon are sold out, here is a link to an online version.

http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si1989/uksi_19891341_en_1
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Mr.Anderson · 05-09-2008 4:47pm

Anyone who is starting on October 12th, but doesn't drive, are welcome to leave their stuff in my car, if they wish...

Also, i seriously need a good gym to go to before i start so i can increase my fitness levels. Anyone know of any decent ones, that don't have the usual posers and machine hogs?

Cheers:cool:

given1 · 05-09-2008 5:07pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

Anyone who is starting on October 12th, but doesn't drive, are welcome to leave their stuff in my car, if they wish...

Also, i seriously need a good gym to go to before i start so i can increase my fitness levels. Anyone know of any decent ones, that don't have the usual posers and machine hogs?

Cheers:cool:

L.A, adelaide street sounds like the place your looking for;) YMCA gym over in stranmillis, its quiet,average?? (less likley to see many machine hogs:D)
membership deals arnt to bad to!!

Mr.Anderson · 05-09-2008 5:10pm

given1 wrote: »

L.A, adelaide street sounds like the place your looking for;) YMCA gym over in stranmillis, its quiet,average?? (less likley to see many machine hogs:D)
membership deals arnt to bad to!!

Thanks given1, I considered LA before but thought it would be quite like fitness first, so might give it a shot! Wonder if they'll do a 5 week membership only

given1 · 05-09-2008 5:33pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

Thanks given1, I considered LA before but thought it would be quite like fitness first, so might give it a shot! Wonder if they'll do a 5 week membership only

my m8t works there, ill find out for ya, it will be sunday at least though before i can get word of him,hes away for the weekend!! theres another one in shawsbridge too, so whatever ones suits your location best!!

chat soon

goodcopbadcop · 05-09-2008 9:57pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

Anyone who is starting on October 12th, but doesn't drive, are welcome to leave their stuff in my car, if they wish...

Also, i seriously need a good gym to go to before i start so i can increase my fitness levels. Anyone know of any decent ones, that don't have the usual posers and machine hogs?

Cheers:cool:

I do drive but its my parents car, im just insured on it so might be hard to get them to leave it there all day. Might take you up on that offer if its ok :cool:

Mr.Anderson · 06-09-2008 1:29am

goodcopbadcop wrote: »

I do drive but its my parents car, im just insured on it so might be hard to get them to leave it there all day. Might take you up on that offer if its ok :cool:

Absolutely mate, if you pm me tomorrow i'll let you know the car reg etc so you know what car to look for. Speak soon :cool:

alanbelfast · 06-09-2008 8:12am

Good luck to all going in on Sunday.......especially goodcopbadcop......well done mate..........ya finally got the call.

Be prepared people...........just like wannalaugh said..it will be a hell of a shock to the system, your first 3 days ain't so bad as you will be away for them team building and diversity training. Sunday is a nightmare to be honest...........a complete nightmare. It will be a hell of a long day, put it like that with a lot of sweat thrown in lol ( o how the memory makes me shudder). Take it on the chin peeps as this is the beginning of a brill career. It does all fall into place and you will feel like throwing the cards in...........DON'T.......We all felt like that but if you get your first week or 2 over you ......then you will be grand. There is good fun here and there too and getting drill and show parade is actually good fun. You will hear all sorts of analogies that will make you roar....but don't be doing that lol....well not in front of drill staff anyways.
Keep your rooms spotless.....mirrors, shelves, no dust, no fluff, bed made well, you get the picture.

Come to any of us yellows and don't be afraid to ask anything as we were there 5-6 weeks ago.
Look forward to seeing yas all

Alpha bravo out

Rob-117 · 08-09-2008 12:14am

I heard from a friend in the gardai that your allowed bring your ppw cross border as long as you turn it in to your local station for the duration of your stay. Does anybody know anything about this??

Mr.Anderson · 08-09-2008 1:00pm

goodcopbadcop wrote: »

The Police and Criminal Evidence (Northern Ireland) Order 1989

Since it was mentioned to get this book and amazon are sold out, here is a link to an online version.

http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si1989/uksi_19891341_en_1

Just looking on my lunch break and came across the book on this site, in stock and can be dispatched within 1-2days @£;10. Worth taking a look.
http://www.tsoshop.co.uk/bookstore.asp?FO=1160012&DI=581579

Par827 · 08-09-2008 10:18pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

Just looking on my lunch break and came across the book on this site, in stock and can be dispatched within 1-2days @£;10. Worth taking a look.
http://www.tsoshop.co.uk/bookstore.asp?FO=1160012&DI=581579

If the book is retailing at £10 then it's the 'Codes of practice', this can come in handy but I'm sure it has more value out in the real world as opposed to within the Hotel. There is legislation and an ammendment if you really want to go in to it but for GV they'll give you handouts with as much info in them as you'll need. Remember GV is only like taking the theory part of your driving test, the real learning starts when you hit the streets.

Wanalaugh · 08-09-2008 10:38pm

Par, your right so you would be better getting a provisional licence first and stick them big 'L' plates up lol
And ill give you a 55/8 to produce it at a station of your choice

wanalaugh

Now get back to the pre-reads.

given1 · 09-09-2008 12:53pm

hey mr anderson found out about the gym, theyre doing half price membership atm and you can also have a sample day where you can use all facilties, including swimming pool, sauna and sunbeds;) to get a feel for the place! let me know if your interested or need to know any more infomation!

Griffer2 · 13-09-2008 5:06pm

Mr. Anderson, Just letting you know there is a place on boucher road that used to be fitness first called fit space its £16 per month with no contract (perfect for you if you only want it for 5 weeks or so) The webside is http://www.fitspacegyms.co.uk/ if you wanna check it out! or alternatively if you are in belfast you can join the council gym at you local leisure centre for £30 a month and cancel it when you like!!

goodcopbadcop · 16-09-2008 4:51pm

Got some supplies for starting today. Brushes, socks, polish, iron. I think I need a few more bits and pieces but its a start.

MrsGeneHunt · 16-09-2008 4:56pm

goodcopbadcop wrote: »

Got some supplies for starting today. Brushes, socks, polish, iron. I think I need a few more bits and pieces but its a start.

Love Love LOVE the Matt Damon.....*swoons*

conor123 · 16-09-2008 7:50pm

goodcopbadcop wrote: »

Got some supplies for starting today. Brushes, socks, polish, iron. I think I need a few more bits and pieces but its a start.

ive only got socks and polish so far. finish my job this saturday so i can get properly stuck in after that. so much to get sorted

Wanalaugh · 17-09-2008 6:36pm

Dont worry about a ironing board guys. There are a load of them up there, trust me......

How you guys feelin about startin. Its good crack, and when your in a few weeks in all starts to come together and you feel a little better.

Wanalaugh

Rob-117 · 18-09-2008 12:30am

Did everyone bring their parents to the SRN?

conor123 · 18-09-2008 3:40pm

Rob-117 wrote: »

Did everyone bring their parents to the SRN?

i am anyway

carlty888 · 18-09-2008 3:51pm

Rob-117 wrote: »

Did everyone bring their parents to the SRN?

I imagine some will bring wives/husbands/partners etc. It's entirely up to yourself who you bring.

Rob-117 · 19-09-2008 12:04am

so what's all this about being whisked away to a secret location to get to know each other?

MrsGeneHunt · 19-09-2008 7:55am

Rob-117 wrote: »

so what's all this about being whisked away to a secret location to get to know each other?

Too much information to be given out on a public forum. You'll find out in good time!! Patience!;)

Gee-22 · 19-09-2008 12:21pm

Rob-117 wrote: »

so what's all this about being whisked away to a secret location to get to know each other?

Rob-117 can i ask you a question.
I see you are from Dublin, why do you want to join the PSNI and not the Garda?

Rob-117 · 20-09-2008 3:50am

Gee-22 wrote: »

Rob-117 can i ask you a question.
I see you are from Dublin, why do you want to join the PSNI and not the Garda?

Gardai are only interested in what's best for themselves and I have zero respect for them as an organisation

MrsGeneHunt · 20-09-2008 1:39pm

People on this board keep some bizarre hours!!!!!!!!!:D

MAKEPEACE · 20-09-2008 5:14pm

See on the start of the video for the pca it says the circuit has to be done three times. Is this in the 3min43 deadline?

New Recruit · 20-09-2008 5:16pm

MAKEPEACE wrote: »

See on the start of the video for the pca it says the circuit has to be done three times. Is this in the 3min43 deadline?

Yep, 3 circuits in 3mins 43 sec and then straight onto the Push Pull where your have to average over 26kg of force over 20 seconds...We did it on Thursday and I must say it was much easier than I thought it was going to be and I passed it easily....:cool:

MrsGeneHunt · 20-09-2008 5:32pm

New Recruit wrote: »

We did it on Thursday and I must say it was much easier than I thought it was going to be and I passed it easily....:cool:

Oh stop showing off and making us all jealous!:p

MAKEPEACE · 20-09-2008 5:42pm

hope so. went to gym last night for the first time with an instructor. She was impressed I could do the exercises holding 4kg weights and I got the technique for the hydrolic machines quite quickly so hopefully I'll pass it.

FootyFan24 · 20-09-2008 7:47pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

Anyone who is starting on October 12th, but doesn't drive, are welcome to leave their stuff in my car, if they wish...

Also, i seriously need a good gym to go to before i start so i can increase my fitness levels. Anyone know of any decent ones, that don't have the usual posers and machine hogs?

Cheers:cool:

The public gym on the Boucher Road (Olympia) is fairly good. £30 a month by DD, but you get to use any of them across N.I. Olympia's good, busy in the mornings for the old timers but if you can get there bout 12 or 1 its usually fairly quiet. Totally dead Sat morns (opens at 10). Hmm, i wonder if I should ask for commission for mentioning it to people...

All the best to those starting soon

Rob-117 · 21-09-2008 1:30am

MrsGeneHunt wrote: »

People on this board keep some bizarre hours!!!!!!!!!:D

You talking to me??

MrsGeneHunt · 21-09-2008 9:04am

Rob-117 wrote: »

You talking to me??

Are you imagining Robert De Niro in your head when you typed that?!:D

Mr.Anderson · 25-09-2008 12:52pm

See for the SRN, what's the dress code if any? It's just i wouldn't want to turn up in casual clothes if everyone else is wearing trousers and shirts etc!!:P

MrsGeneHunt · 25-09-2008 1:01pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

See for the SRN, what's the dress code if any? It's just i wouldn't want to turn up in casual clothes if everyone else is wearing trousers and shirts etc!!:P

The August boys said very smart, casual frowned upon.

Mr.Anderson · 25-09-2008 2:40pm

MrsGeneHunt wrote: »

The August boys said very smart, casual frowned upon.

Thanks MrsGeneHunt, Shirt and tie definitely then! I cannot wait til monday night now, reality has really set in and tomorrow is my last day in my old job!!:D

MrsGeneHunt · 25-09-2008 3:40pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

Thanks MrsGeneHunt, Shirt and tie definitely then! I cannot wait til monday night now, reality has really set in and tomorrow is my last day in my old job!!:D

i'm not jealous at all*

*except I reeeeeaaaaallllllly am!!! LOL

Mr.Anderson · 25-09-2008 4:20pm

MrsGeneHunt wrote: »

i'm not jealous at all*

*except I reeeeeaaaaallllllly am!!! LOL

lol If i can get in MrsGeneHunt, then I'm pretty sure you'll have no problems getting in either! I wish you all the best though and hope you do get that call!!

MrsGeneHunt · 25-09-2008 5:54pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

lol If i can get in MrsGeneHunt, then I'm pretty sure you'll have no problems getting in either! I wish you all the best though and hope you do get that call!!

Well this is only my first time so to get in would be totally off the chart! Fingers crossed but not epecting to. Will know better by the end of Monday I guess when we know our merit numbers!!

I bet getting the call is the most amazing feeling!:D

Best of luck for Monday night!;)

PS: We're friends, you can call me MGH!!!! :cool:

Rob-117 · 25-09-2008 6:46pm

MrsGeneHunt wrote: »

PS: We're friends, you can call me MGH!!!! :cool:

Can I??............

MrsGeneHunt · 25-09-2008 6:48pm

Rob-117 wrote: »

Can I??............

Fo shizzle!:cool:

conor123 · 25-09-2008 6:50pm

MrsGeneHunt wrote: »

Well this is only my first time so to get in would be totally off the chart! Fingers crossed but not epecting to. Will know better by the end of Monday I guess when we know our merit numbers!!

I bet getting the call is the most amazing feeling!:D

Best of luck for Monday night!;)

PS: We're friends, you can call me MGH!!!! :cool:

i got in on my first time so you never no MGH:)

MrsGeneHunt · 25-09-2008 6:53pm

conor123 wrote: »

i got in on my first time so you never no MGH:)

I think if I got the call I would sh1t a kitten then pass out. In that order.

Mr.Anderson · 25-09-2008 8:37pm

MrsGeneHunt wrote: »

I think if I got the call I would sh1t a kitten then pass out. In that order.

LOL now that sounds like a painful sequence!! MGH i only tried the once and got the call, to be honest though, i was sort of doubting that i would get in at one stage, and low and behold, thats when the call came, so chin up Mrs, the call has your name on it, just needs a date yet lol!:cool:

MrsGeneHunt · 25-09-2008 8:44pm

Mr.Anderson wrote: »

LOL now that sounds like a painful sequence!! MGH i only tried the once and got the call, to be honest though, i was sort of doubting that i would get in at one stage, and low and behold, thats when the call came, so chin up Mrs, the call has your name on it, just needs a date yet lol!:cool:

I'm looking forward to and dreading getting merit number in equal measure.
Guess I'll be sitting down with a bottle of wine Monday night either way LOL

I'd love to get in first time, the thought of all this again next year and the year after and the year after that.... sheesh.:(

PapaYankeeGirl · 25-09-2008 9:06pm

Save it for Friday hun!!!!!! Blitzed PYG and MGH.

Mr.Anderson · 25-09-2008 9:06pm

MrsGeneHunt wrote: »

I'm looking forward to and dreading getting merit number in equal measure.
Guess I'll be sitting down with a bottle of wine Monday night either way LOL

I'd love to get in first time, the thought of all this again next year and the year after and the year after that.... sheesh.:(

You know something MGH, i never actually wanted to find out my merit number, just incase it was too high and it put me right off...it seemed to have worked anyway!

Im sure that bottle of wine will be in celebration MGH...to a low merit number, then you'll probably be more at ease!

Yeah i totally agree with you on doing it over and over again, i think all in all took 15 months or thereabouts for me, so i would NOT have liked to do that over again lol!:p

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