Sporran,
As a CSD on Eurofleet, I completely agree with you regarding the atmosphere on shorthaul.
The 'gang' culture as described by
Ottergirl is also spot on. This is typical on on shorthaul particularly where you see crew on standby who sit in groups at the Baggage Drop entrance in CRC.
The 'gangs' sit there flicking their Yellow Pens to make a statement as to which side of the fence they are, and as a non striker enters CRC, the intimidation starts. It's a Chinese whispers effect with the staring and dirty looks which is very uncomfortable if you are starting a trip.
You could ignore it, but it's intimidating however thick skinned one may be, and especially if your fellow crew on the trip are influenced by these sad tactics which affects CRM on the day.
