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[BenFF]

Just had my uniform fitting, dont actually take any kit away gets given to us on the induction.

Pin numb etc to be stitched. I had a PCSO stab vest which is being converted to a specials one because lack of stock I think. Most kit to be honest was a bit like 'closest to whats fits you', some of mine felt abit small

[SiGo]

I got L division, same as I asked for

Si, I think the info will be in the welcome letter, but I did find an old thread earlier (I was wondering the same thing) that said it was "smart casual". I hate that phrase...

I've not been off this site since got the call, looking over all the old treads.

I was thinking it would be a rush if needed boots for the weekend.

I have worn a suit to every part of the process so far but maybe abit over the top for the induction?

Edited by SiGo, 16 January 2012 - 09:46 PM.

[andituk]

I'm going for smart shoes + trousers with a shirt but no tie I think.

[Topman]

I've not been off this site since got the call, looking over all the old treads.

I was thinking it would be a rush if needed boots for the weekend.

I have worn a suit to every part of the process so far but maybe abit over the top for the induction?

I would advise you buy some boots before the weekend, you may need them for the Sunday, although don't quote me on that

Edited by Topman, 16 January 2012 - 10:02 PM.

[SiGo]

Just had my uniform fitting, dont actually take any kit away gets given to us on the induction.

Pin numb etc to be stitched. I had a PCSO stab vest which is being converted to a specials one because lack of stock I think. Most kit to be honest was a bit like 'closest to whats fits you', some of mine felt abit small

Think i maybe more of an average height so it was all spot on if not a little big.

Starting to feel real now seeing all that kit go into the bag.

I would advise you buy some boots before the weekend, you may need them for the Sunday, although don't quote me on that

Rush is back on!!

[Lee]

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Get your boots ASAP, they'll need lots of wearing in. At my induction we received part of our kit and were expected to wear it from then on while at Sedgley.

As the letter says, induction is "smart casual" . I wore a shirt and trousers but a lot of other people wore jeans and a smart top. I think you'll be fine as long as you don't turn up in shorts, sandals and vest

Any questions just ask.

[andituk]

Thanks for the help guys, its great to be able ask someone who's already done it.

Do you get issued uniform on day 1 or 2? When you say from then on, do you mean this weekend or after? Wondering if I can get away with waiting till I get paid next week..

[Topman]

Thanks for the help guys, its great to be able ask someone who's already done it.

Do you get issued uniform on day 1 or 2? When you say from then on, do you mean this weekend or after? Wondering if I can get away with waiting till I get paid next week..

You will probably get your uniform on Day 1 of your induction and will be expected to wear it on Day 2 (Sunday), that's why it's advisable to get your boots before the Sunday.

[andituk]

Thanks for that, I've stuck some on the credit card, should be here tommorrow

Had my uniform fitting earlier, thats an awesome feeling seeing yourself with all the kit on.

Did anyone think to ask what happens with out of stock stuff? I didn't think to ask until I was half way down the M602. My helmet was out of stock, along with my waterproof trousers and something else. I'm getting a PCSO stab vest too.

[Lee]

Thanks for that, I've stuck some on the credit card, should be here tommorrow

Had my uniform fitting earlier, thats an awesome feeling seeing yourself with all the kit on.

Did anyone think to ask what happens with out of stock stuff? I didn't think to ask until I was half way down the M602. My helmet was out of stock, along with my waterproof trousers and something else. I'm getting a PCSO stab vest too.

It'll be placed on order and you'll either receive it before your attested or it will be sent to your chosen station.

[MancAlan]

Just at the very beginning- received an email today confirming my application has been successful so just waiting on a date for my NAP

[BenFF]

Just at the very beginning- received an email today confirming my application has been successful so just waiting on a date for my NAP

Well done.
Assesment day is rewarding if your prepared, the people who sit in and monitor the written test and conduct the interview are usually serving specials in GMP themselves!

[andituk]

I found that too, once you've got passed the initial nervousness, the process is really good, extremely well run and lots of friendly people. The whole recruitment process has been really good. Good luck Alan.

[PCgill82]

Just at the very beginning- received an email today confirming my application has been successful so just waiting on a date for my NAP

Quick question, did you attend the January infomation evening on the 11th of Jan, as the closing dates for apps is the 22nd Jan, so for your app to be accepted so soon, I was just wondering when you sent it off to begin with. My understanding of this years intake was to be only 50 in MAY

[andituk]

I think they start on the forms as soon as they recieve them, I know I got told I'd passed before the closing date

[MancAlan]

Quick question, did you attend the January infomation evening on the 11th of Jan, as the closing dates for apps is the 22nd Jan, so for your app to be accepted so soon, I was just wondering when you sent it off to begin with. My understanding of this years intake was to be only 50 in MAY

I didn't no, i attended one in November so have been waiting about 2 months

[MancAlan]

Well done.
Assesment day is rewarding if your prepared, the people who sit in and monitor the written test and conduct the interview are usually serving specials in GMP themselves!

I found that too, once you've got passed the initial nervousness, the process is really good, extremely well run and lots of friendly people. The whole recruitment process has been really good. Good luck Alan.

Cheers Guys I'll try and update about how i get on as i go along

[hessy199]

Hi all i too have my induction this weekend cant wait now went for uniform fitting Tuesday was awesome trying all that on i too had a pcso vest in my kit bag was a good feeling tho cant wait now any1 else in this weekend ??

[BenFF]

Not looking forward to 7am start for OST on the monday

[andituk]

I know what you mean it was a killer for the fitness test

Anyone else think there was a slightly negative tone to the welcome letter

Edited by andituk, 19 January 2012 - 12:21 PM.

[SiGo]

I think that they said on the information evening that we do the physical again on day 1 OST to make sure everyone is still fit for duty.

And that's why it's early start.

[Lee]

I think that they said on the information evening that we do the physical again on day 1 OST to make sure everyone is still fit for duty.

And that's why it's early start.

You do a warm up every day. In my opinion, the warmup is harder than the initial fitness test

[Topman]

You do a warm up every day. In my opinion, the warmup is harder than the initial fitness test

Yes the warm up does certainly get the blood flowing They tend to start earlier due to the rush hour traffic

[al123]

Great, looks like I'll see some of you tomorrow at induction!

Is anyone else on M division?

[HA5808]

Had my fitting on the 19th.

Anyone on the Induction on the 21st?

What do we wear?

Cheers