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DB Cargo - Trainee Train Driver (2021/2022)
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ThePeakNed
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Medical booked in for a couple of weeks time. How long on average did hear back regarding the results?
I got told on the day I had passed except for the urine sample which gets sent away for testing.
ThePeakNed
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Sounds similar to my experiences at Northern. What company do DB use, it’s not Medigold is it…?
Health Management I believe
I’m starting on the 21st also, not had contracts yet but just returned uniform order form.So I got all my contracts and paperwork to fill in. Finally seems more real! I just want to know if there is anyone else starting on the 21st November at Toton? Be nice to get to know a few people before starting!
Looking forward to it, just over 3 weeks till start!
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FlyingVixen
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Oh my word this is amazing news!! So there is 5 of us altogether on here going on the 21st! I know! Can’t wait! 2 weeks left in my current job!
It’s a weird but nice feeling that this is the last couple of weeks in current jobs
ThePeakNed
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Cheers!
Praying I’m not a bit on the heavy side. Current employer was fine with it at my last medical, cutting it a bit fine to be trying to shift some pounds mind. Eek.
FlyingVixen
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I know! It’s so exciting!! You’re always welcome to DM since you will be a fellow classmate!! Be good to get to know you!It’s a weird but nice feeling that this is the last couple of weeks in current jobs
Invasionwithin
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Been given a date for medical. Such a tense few weeks. Absolutely thrilled.
FlyingVixen
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That’s awesome! It is an amazing feeling! There’s so many new drivers coming through!
Invasionwithin
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I'm so happy. Been waiting since September to find out I'd kinda given up hope. Been following this thread a while seems its just a slower process for some. Just to let you know I'm another girl for Warrington
FlyingVixen
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Oh my god this is amazing!! It will be awesome to have another female there! Think I’m the only one on my course at the moment! It was a slow process for me in the beginning, but then very quick in the end. You’re very welcome to DM me if you like!
Nuttygooner
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Well, it's been over a month since I heard from my medical - but have heard nothing regarding the risk assessment, or timeframes to work to, I am taking is as a "No without a no".
I have since been offered a driving position elsewhere, starting in January 2023. Shame, because I was really looking forward to, and really wanted to work for DB. I guess some things are just not meant to be.
I have since been offered a driving position elsewhere, starting in January 2023. Shame, because I was really looking forward to, and really wanted to work for DB. I guess some things are just not meant to be.
ThePeakNed
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Which depot had you applied for out of curiosity?
Have you called them to see what the progress is?
If not I would do that on Monday
Nuttygooner
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I did - twice, and emailed 3 times, the last time was last week, sadly no response.
Obviously with getting the new starters and courses ready, they must be extremely busy.
ThePeakNed
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It could be that, or the depot you have applied for is now at compliment / talent pool full. Never know. I’m sure they will no doubt email eventually.
Nuttygooner
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I'll probably be a qualified driver at the place I am now going to, by then
So, am I right in understanding that despite being in the pool, given a course date, if you are declared temporarily unfit, you are removed from the pool and have to reapply again?
ThePeakNed
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I don’t want to give you a definitive answer, as truly I don’t know.I'll probably be a qualified driver at the place I am now going to, by then
So, am I right in understanding that despite being in the pool, given a course date, if you are declared temporarily unfit, you are removed from the pool and have to reapply again?
But I can certainly imagine it being the case.
In my current job, when someone fails a medical they’re on restricted duties until they pass another. I can easily imagine for new entrants, it’s just as easy to bounce people who don’t pass the medical first time round.
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FlyingVixen
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They do take their time to respond that’s for sure! It definitely must be with new people and courses to sort etc. As ThePeakNerd said, I’m sure they will get in touch. It is amazing that you still have a driver job!! That’s awesome! I really hope it all works out for you that way. You never know, you my come to DB eventually once qualified!
Invasionwithin
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Has anyone been for a medical with DB in Manchester who can tell me of there is any onsite or nearby parking?
AverageJoe
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You having the medical a at at Medigold? If so they have parking.
Invasionwithin
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No it's not medigold. It's over by media city. They sent me a map but hasn't said much about parking. Sure there is places near by if not but just wanna be sure
AverageJoe
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Medigold is in media city. You sure it isn’t that one?
Either way there are some streets around there you can park on.
Invasionwithin
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It's called health management. In Regus Manchester. I'm having a little look on maps and there seems to be a few places to park near by so should be fine
There’s a large multi storey car park attached to the shopping centre and you walk outside where all the restaurants are and the medical centre entrance is there
Invasionwithin
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Thank you very much