RECRUITMENT 2011

[BT085]

Does anyone know how likely they are to be running more than one drill squad from this intake?

I think you can only go by history, and they took 3 or 4 squads from the 09 intake. I am hoping they do the same!!

[BT085]

Passed pat2. Measured up for uniform. Just got medical to go.

Howd u find it thor?

[Monger]

Does anyone know how likely they are to be running more than one drill squad from this intake?

The rumour a couple months ago was the first squad this year and perhaps 2 early next year. This will depend on retirements and funding from government.
They have only ever taken 4 squads once(2008-09), this was due to 2 new stations opening up so they needed a lot more recruits.

[triple j]

Thor...did you find the Pat 2 hard? if so what part?

Tammey... How did you go with your pat 2?

[Thor]

Trained for it mate. But didn't allow for the equipment pants jacket ect. Toughest part is tunnel crawl. No idea where u r. Need to relax and try not to worry about the time. Loved it.

[triple j]

Do you think it would be hard for older people? How old are you?

[Sammy]

How old are you Thor? What number shot was this for you?

[BT085]

Trained for it mate. But didn't allow for the equipment pants jacket ect. Toughest part is tunnel crawl. No idea where u r. Need to relax and try not to worry about the time. Loved it.

Well done thor! How long in total do u think u would hav been in tunnel for? If you keep hold of that rope you cant go wrong yeah??

[Thor]

35 yrs old. Tried a few times when I was younger. Wasn't really fully prepared till this time. As for the rope question... It's hard to explain! U hav hold of the rope but hav to find the other end after it's been tied off. Pitch black! Just hav to remain calm. No idea how long I was in there. Any word on how tammey went???

[gasman]

good work Thor, might have to have a chat to you about your interview, see if i can work out where i keep going wrong. Pat 2 is a blast isnt it?

[Thor]

no worries mate

[BT085]

good work Thor, might have to have a chat to you about your interview, see if i can work out where i keep going wrong. Pat 2 is a blast isnt it?

Wouldnt they tell you where u are going wrong from feedback offered?

[flyonthewall]

 

Posted by: BT085  


Well done thor! How long in total do u think u would hav been in tunnel for? If you keep hold of that rope you cant go wrong yeah??

sounds like someone is a bit worried?

here's a tip....... if you are trying to simulate working/searching in the dark, don't do it with your eyes closed. Put something over your head so you can't see anything and turn off the lights. Closing your eyes is a different sensation (it also sends a signal to your brain telling it that you are trying to go to sleep!), also practice relying on feel.

[Monger]

Posted by: BT085  


Well done thor! How long in total do u think u would hav been in tunnel for? If you keep hold of that rope you cant go wrong yeah??

sounds like someone is a bit worried?

here's a tip....... if you are trying to simulate working/searching in the dark, don't do it with your eyes closed. Put something over your head so you can't see anything and turn off the lights. Closing your eyes is a different sensation (it also sends a signal to your brain telling it that you are trying to go to sleep!), also practice relying on feel.

Just hold the rope and keep moving forward, just steadily and feel the ground infront of you. Its more to see if you freak out in the dark and not knowing where you are.

[Thor]

So anyword on if all got through on pat2???

[triple j]

I've heard from a couple of sources that there were a few that didn't pass the pat 2 this time!

[BT085]

Posted by: BT085  


Well done thor! How long in total do u think u would hav been in tunnel for? If you keep hold of that rope you cant go wrong yeah??

sounds like someone is a bit worried?

here's a tip....... if you are trying to simulate working/searching in the dark, don't do it with your eyes closed. Put something over your head so you can't see anything and turn off the lights. Closing your eyes is a different sensation (it also sends a signal to your brain telling it that you are trying to go to sleep!), also practice relying on feel.

Haha... Not really worried, just giving myself the best chance with finding out as much as I can .. especially wen iv heard that not all hav passed pat 2

[triple j]

Have you heard that too BT085?

[Sammy]

I've heard from a couple of sources that there were a few that didn't pass the pat 2 this time!

If this is true, how disappointing for them. Would they be first called up for the second squad? Or once you fail, goodluck next intake?

[Monger]

I've heard from a couple of sources that there were a few that didn't pass the pat 2 this time!

If this is true, how disappointing for them. Would they be first called up for the second squad? Or once you fail, goodluck next intake?

Apparently now once you fail it is all over, try again next time. I would be very suprised if too many people have failed. 1 or 2 max. It aint hard

[BT085]

Have you heard that too BT085?

I have heard similar yes

[Scott.]

So, does anyone know if there was more than one letter sent out to applicants after interviews or did everyone who was not successful receive the same "maintain fitness" etc letter.

[BT085]

So, does anyone know if there was more than one letter sent out to applicants after interviews or did everyone who was not successful receive the same "maintain fitness" etc letter.

Scott- I have friends that received unsuccessful letters.. By the sound of it- two types of letters were sent out

[gasman]

Definately two types of letter. One asking you to maintain fitness the other saying you have been unsuccessful and please try again. Also gives details of how to obtain interview feedback

[triple j]

Well it sounds as tho they are more than likely going to run more than one drill squad!!!!! Tammey.. How did you go with your Pat2?? where have you gone?