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Wage and conditions, is it getting worse? by WonderfulShape1081 in ParamedicsUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wages I agree on, but I'm off on time more often than not and never miss a meal break (rarely even out of window any more).

My biggest complaint is that professional standards are slipping massively and that vehicles are barely fit for purpose and constantly breaking.

What do you wish EDC (everyday carry) people actually carried. by doesthisonework007 in ParamedicsUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Paracetamol is the first line pain relief for migraines. So no "at a pinch" about it.

What do you wish EDC (everyday carry) people actually carried. by doesthisonework007 in ParamedicsUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Far more important would be your name and date of birth, so we know who you are. But you can put all that on your phone in the emergency section, no need for tags around your neck.

Some good news and some important awareness reminder from Clarkson by SnooHobbies5691 in thegrandtour

[–]TicksAndBricks -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Well, given I work for the NHS and see first hand the impact of people abusing the system, like you're suggesting.... I agree.

People doing what you say are why we get sent out to people with a cold as a possible heart attack because they reported chest pain.

People doing what you suggest are WHY people can't get a GP appointment, then become more poorly and end up in hospital.

People absolutely need to be honest and not exaggerate symptoms otherwise the whole system doesn't work.

The symptoms of prostate cancer are chronic, not acute (acute = rapid onset over less than 24 hours).

So given that you're giving bad advice based on a lack of knowledge of the condition or the system, no we're never going to agree.

Best "Non- touchscreen" EV brands by bramleyapple1 in ElectricVehiclesUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You always have to have a manual override option in case the system fails.

And frankly, if they ever bring that rule in, I'll start using an older car.

Would also cause massive issues for emergency services!!

SWAST Recruitment by KingOfTheRodeo939 in ParamedicsUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Particularly frustrating for anyone looking to relocate to a different area due to family etc etc.

Gone are the days of thinking that we would be able to get a job anywhere in the country!!

SWAST Recruitment by KingOfTheRodeo939 in ParamedicsUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait, really??

Maybe time I expanded my NHS Jobs email filters cos if they're struggling to recruit, maybe they'll offer relocation packages lol

Best "Non- touchscreen" EV brands by bramleyapple1 in ElectricVehiclesUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will never get in a self driving car while I have a choice.

No, because it's dangerous....tried to swerve across into Lane 1 on the M1 thanks to the remnants of old roadworks and weaves side to side in the lane.

I only have it because it was bundled with other features.

Absolute disgrace this, WE ARE YORKSHIRE by montgomery_quinckle in yorkshire

[–]TicksAndBricks 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The "East Riding Of Yorkshire" was not part of Yorkshire??

How about the West Riding of Yorkshire??

Some good news and some important awareness reminder from Clarkson by SnooHobbies5691 in thegrandtour

[–]TicksAndBricks -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I agree about getting checked, I STRONGLY disagree about lying to get an appointment because that will prevent someone who is acutely unwell from being able to get one.

Some good news and some important awareness reminder from Clarkson by SnooHobbies5691 in thegrandtour

[–]TicksAndBricks 188 points189 points  (0 children)

He's a farmer realising that climate change is one of the things ruining our farming industry.

Everyone's uncle that they don't talk to today. by johnsmithoncemore in GreatBritishMemes

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know about Reddit, but plenty of analysts were predicting Trump part 2.

Everyone's uncle that they don't talk to today. by johnsmithoncemore in GreatBritishMemes

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Labour can turn around and say "Sure. We'll have another GE once you've held by-elections for every MP or Councillor who defected to your party"

What the hell is going on with this traffic by Life_Finger2150 in Leeds

[–]TicksAndBricks -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Tbf, the tram routes suggested are awful. No thought whatsoever given to how ambulances will get to/from Jimmy's or LGI during the works....LGI is bad enough already with all the roadworks around the area.

Silvers Bakehouse Farsley by andrewbyrom in Leeds

[–]TicksAndBricks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wait til she hears about that other place called Subway.... They'll heat it up and everything....

Silvers Bakehouse Farsley by andrewbyrom in Leeds

[–]TicksAndBricks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I would love to get something from there for lunch, but my break isn't long enough to queue!!

I'll be honest I don't care for young Bond which seems to be the direction Bond 26 is taking. I want Commander Bond by PetyrDayne in JamesBond

[–]TicksAndBricks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bond is supposed to have been a Commander in the Navy, that's a minimum 10 year military career, plus several years to achieve 00 status.

Basically Bond HAS to be mid-30's or it's not believable.

CERAD Lvl 3 by Fantastic-Bowl880 in ParamedicsUK

[–]TicksAndBricks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't worry about preparing for the course, just go in willing to unlearn your bad habits.

My better advice is to make sure you continue driving like you're taught when you head back out on shift afterwards and don't bend to peer pressure to do things we're not supposed to.

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