What to wear on the first day

[Barbel]

Hi,I've just been looking through all the info I've received but can't find anything about what to wear for the first few weeks. I've got a form to order uniform but I can't do this until I've been there for 6 weeks. I know they'll probably tell us at the induction tomorrow but I wanted to know asap so I can everything ready for when I start on Thursday. Cheers.

[clashcityrocker]

Wear stuff that is warm and comfortable.
Don't wear anything expensive because delivery is brutal and your clothes will get ruined.
And wear 2 pairs of socks because it cushions the knee joints a little bit more.

[TrueBlueTerrier]

Shoes/Boots - anything with good ankle support.

Trousers - Combats rather than Denim - denim is terrible to work in when wet.

waterproofs such as cagoules and leggings are a good idea when its forecast to rain.

Tops - anything as long as its warm and lets air flow. But no political, corporate messages or of garish design.

[fishtank]

But no political, corporate messages or of garish design.

Not even ...“Spit on your own and you can’t do anything, but if you all spit together you can drown the bastards.”?
How about "I'm with stupid"

[Barbel]

Thanks everyone! I better go shopping then because I've only got jeans and smart going out trousers lol

[thefemalepostie]

How long is your contract for barbel?

If its for 3 months or less they won't give you any uniform except a high vis. If its for longer than 3 months they let me order the uniform straight away.

If it is more than 3 months give the uniform line a call when you start. All they can do is say no!

[Barbel]

My contract is for 6 months femalepostie. I will give them a ring and try and order it after my first day. I just remember the guy who interviewed me saying that they don't let you order straight away because many people don't get through the first week. I will give it a go though, don't really fancy going out buying new tops and trousers if I can help it.

[POSTMAN]

I just remember the guy who interviewed me saying that they don't let you order straight away because many people don't get through the first week.

Where was this? I mean,wtf!

[Barbel]

Oh blimey shouldn't he have told me that?

[POSTMAN]

Well it's a bit strange that someone interviewing a job hunter would say that.
So where was it then,a mail centre a delivery office,wherever?
PM me details in confidence if you want.

[thefemalepostie]

I just remember the guy who interviewed me saying that they don't let you order straight away because many people don't get through the first week.

Where was this? I mean,wtf!

This was said to me at interview as well postman. I was also told they take on approx 5 people at a time as 3 dropped out in the first few weeks! It fills you with so much confidence doesn't it

[thefemalepostie]

My contract is for 6 months femalepostie. I will give them a ring and try and order it after my first day. I just remember the guy who interviewed me saying that they don't let you order straight away because many people don't get through the first week. I will give it a go though, don't really fancy going out buying new tops and trousers if I can help it.

Definitely call after your induction then. If you have a nice operator like I did she ordered me the full uniform instead of just the basics.

What should happen is straight away you get the basics of tops, trousers and kagool. Then after 6 weeks you can order the rest of your uniform so stormproof coat, waterproof trousers and other stuff. Nice lady on the phone ordered the full works and it arrived in DO in about 4 working days.

DO NOT get your manager to do it. They don't know how to do it properly and it will never arrive. Call the number on the form and order it yourself.

[Barbel]

To be honest It didn't bother me when he said that to me, I just thought maybe it's because people don't realise what hard work it is and just can't hack it? Even my own family don't seem to think I'm going to last more than a week and haven't been at all supportive or encouraging. Makes me all the more determined I will stick to it to prove them wrong.

Yes femalepostie I'll give the order line a call tomorrow when I get back from the induction if I have time. How long does the induction usually go on for? I also have to travel 50 miles so I might not get back in time if it doesn't finish until late.

[fishtank]

Yes femalepostie I'll give the order line a call tomorrow when I get back from the induction if I have time..

You will need a pay number before you can order uniform.
Once you have one you can order online at .....
https://duos.dimensionscorporatewear.co ... sCookies=1" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

In the meantime you can browse our new Autumm/Winter fashion line here..
https://www.myroyalmail.com/sites/defau ... _Guide.pdf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Red is the new blue this year.

[Barbel]

Thanks for the links fish and very nice too! I'm liking the red very much, my favourite colour! I already have my pay number which is on my contract so I will have a good look through tomorrow and have a go at ordering online.