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Postal workers discussion forum. Discuss the day to day life in a Blue Shirt.
cj_1985
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Post by cj_1985 »

Mezza wrote:After about 10 of us complained that our new trainer type shoes were falling apart and splitting our DOM informed us that unfortunately we'd all been supplied with the indoor version of the new shoe!!
never even knew there was an indoor/outdoor option, apparently the difference is the outdoor ones have a steel toecap.
He has now ordered us all outdoor ones.

Why can't we get a little pull out type thing in the Courier showing us what uniform is actually available??

the outdoor ones have a steel toe cap ?
mine dont.... probably just as wel... as my own pair of boots that i used for the first week had steel toe caps and iv ended up with a black toe/toe nail on one foot with my toe hitting off the steel plate
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Wiltshireboy
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Post by Wiltshireboy »

What I dont like about the Blue kit we have, is that after a good few washes, it goes purple. :roll: I look like a big grape!! :shock:
cj_1985
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Re: Uniforms

Post by cj_1985 »

Wiltshireboy wrote:What I dont like about the Blue kit we have, is that after a good few washes, it goes purple. :roll: I look like a big grape!! :shock:

atleast if RM goes belly up you could get a job in a Ribena Advert :dance
Postman Wishaw DO.
dvbuk55
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Post by dvbuk55 »

If the new fleece is red and it is washed a few times, weathered a fair bit and gets rained on a lot it will probably go PINK - and what's wrong with that may I ask?
Himaggen
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Pretty in pink!!!

Post by Himaggen »

I see enough 'pink elephants' in the DO on a Saturday morning…

Mind you, I'd still look good in persimmon and cerise with lavender highlights!

On a more serious note however, it is proven that red carries the strongest reaction of all the colors, and is seen by much of the animal kingdom as a sign of aggression. No longer will those canines attack just your bag and trolley, you will just be one huge target, unable to escape due to the weight of unsolicted crap weighing you down!
Vulcan
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Post by Vulcan »

dvbuk55 wrote:If the new fleece is red and it is washed a few times, weathered a fair bit and gets rained on a lot it will probably go PINK - and what's wrong with that may I ask?
You can then look like your mate ALAN!!!!! hahahahahaha
Happily Retired.
k979aaa
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Post by k979aaa »

dvbuk55 wrote:If the new fleece is red and it is washed a few times, weathered a fair bit and gets rained on a lot it will probably go PINK - and what's wrong with that may I ask?
You will look a picture in pink in a noddy car (smart car).
Wiltshireboy
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Post by Wiltshireboy »

Pink?.....Now theres a sight that would get us noticed dbvuk!! The competition would collapse because they would be too busy wetting their pants at the sight of us, to deliver any mail!! :left:
dvbuk55
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Re: Uniforms.

Post by dvbuk55 »

Wiltshireboy wrote:Pink?.....Now theres a sight that would get us noticed dbvuk!! The competition would collapse because they would be too busy wetting their pants at the sight of us, to deliver any mail!! :left:
Yes of course - a master stroke, Lil Adam and Big Al have it all in hand - whilst the competition are wetting their knicks we are busy delivering all their mail - 'er hang on we do that now without pink fleeces - still, all together now "I'm a lumberjack ......................."
pinstripe
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Post by pinstripe »

When I got my last storm proof coat a few years ago now, it was a shade of pink. No matter what the light it still looked pink. Strange how my first 2 storm proofs only lasted 18 months each but this one has lasted over 4 years. It's a conspiracy I tell you!

My manager says I should just wear it but I'd rather get wet. I've nothing against pink, I think it looks very pretty, but not on me. (and it doesn't suit Mr Leighton either) :whistle
dvbuk55
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Post by dvbuk55 »

pinstripe wrote:When I got my last storm proof coat a few years ago now, it was a shade of pink. No matter what the light it still looked pink. Strange how my first 2 storm proofs only lasted 18 months each but this one has lasted over 4 years. It's a conspiracy I tell you!

My manager says I should just wear it but I'd rather get wet. I've nothing against pink, I think it looks very pretty, but not on me. (and it doesn't suit Mr Leighton either) :whistle
Oh I don't know pinstripe - have you tried it with a blonde wig and whale net tights and try mincing a little bit more - you just have to be a little bit more flexible under the new agreement. :wink:
pinstripe
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Post by pinstripe »

dvbuk55 wrote:
pinstripe wrote:When I got my last storm proof coat a few years ago now, it was a shade of pink. No matter what the light it still looked pink. Strange how my first 2 storm proofs only lasted 18 months each but this one has lasted over 4 years. It's a conspiracy I tell you!

My manager says I should just wear it but I'd rather get wet. I've nothing against pink, I think it looks very pretty, but not on me. (and it doesn't suit Mr Leighton either) :whistle
Oh I don't know pinstripe - have you tried it with a blonde wig and whale net tights and try mincing a little bit more - you just have to be a little bit more flexible under the new agreement. :wink:
Cheeky......There's quite enough of that going on already :shhhhh
Wiltshireboy
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Post by Wiltshireboy »

Hang on a minute! dbv uk! You mean the blonde wig and tights ARENT part of the uniform?!!! Oh am I embarrassed now!! :oops: No wonder those nice boys were offering to help carry my bag! Ooer Missus!!
dvbuk55
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Re: Uniforms

Post by dvbuk55 »

Wiltshireboy wrote:Hang on a minute! dbv uk! You mean the blonde wig and tights ARENT part of the uniform?!!! Oh am I embarrassed now!! :oops: No wonder those nice boys were offering to help carry my bag! Ooer Missus!!
No need to be embarrassed - we all have to get in touch with our feminine side now and again. :shock: