Within the CTCC, they have recently undergone some ‘training’ in an effort to enlighten them and bring them up to date with the currently political correct hot subjects that appear to be put in place as some form of arse covering exercise. One of these diversity type issues included inappropriate language in the workplace, known locally round our way as swearing. I have some of my own views on this but have included some advice and some alternatives that could well be deemed to be appropriate.
Having a very mix of strategic geographical areas to cover with the CTCC (City, Town & County Constabulary) the various bases have collective terms by which they relate to each other. None of the comments are intended to be offensive or offer personal insult but are the friendly banter that has been taken and given as a small offer of humour to offset the darker things that exist. Not only is it now forbidden to engage in these so called inappropriate greetings or friendly banter but also a professional attitude at all times is the order of the day. Spontaneous outbreaks of morale by general piss-taking must stop forthwith. The ping pong of social friendly abuse between City ****ers, Town ****ers and County ****ers simply has to stop. We do not want people to be offended and get upset now do we.
And so it goes………………….
It has been brought to management’s attention that some individuals throughout the organisation have been using inappropriate language during the course of normal conversation with their colleagues.
Due to complaints received from some employees who have been offended, or some employees who might have been offended if they had been present when this type of inappropriate language may have been used, this type of language will no longer be tolerated.
We do, however, realize the critical importance of being able to accurately express your feelings when communicating with colleagues.
Therefore, a list of 13 New, strategic and Innovative “TRY SAYING” phrases have been provided so that proper exchange of ideas and information can continue in an effective manner.
1. | Try Saying: |
I think you could do with more training | Instead Of: |
You don’t have a f***ing clue, do you? |
2. | Try Saying: |
She’s an aggressive go-getter. | Instead Of: |
She’s a f***ing power-crazy b*tch |
3. | Try Saying: |
Perhaps I can work late | Instead Of: |
And when the f*** do you expect me to do this? |
4. | Try Saying: |
I’m certain that isn’t feasible | Instead Of: |
F*** off , you got no chance….. |
5. | Try Saying: |
Really? | Instead Of: |
Well f*** me. |
6. | Try Saying: |
Perhaps you should check with… | Instead Of: |
Tell someone who gives a f***. |
7. | Try Saying: |
I wasn’t involved in the project. | Instead Of: |
Not my f***ing problem, mate. |
8. | Try Saying: |
That’s interesting. | Instead Of: |
What the f***? |
9. | Try Saying: |
I’m not sure this can be implemented within the given timescale. | Instead Of: |
No f***ing chance mate. |
10. | Try Saying: |
It will be tight, but I’ll try to schedule it in | Instead Of: |
Why the f*** didn’t you tell me that yesterday? |
11. | Try Saying: |
He’s not familiar with the issues | Instead Of: |
He’s got his head up his f***ing a*se. |
12. | Try Saying: |
Excuse me, sir? | Instead Of: |
Oi, s*** for brains. |
13. | Try Saying: |
Of course, I was only going to be at home anyway | Instead Of: |
Yeah, who needs f***ing holidays anyway. Do you want blood as well. |
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What I need to know is if I can use your ‘who am I?’ post and amend it slightly (to make it more for general cops and not just dog-handlers) and who to attribute it to (this blog???)
I am available on diemburden@gmail.com.
Thanks.
no probs