PARENTAL/GUARDIAN CONSENT, RELEASE, WAIVER AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK SOUTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM TEEN SCIENCE CAFE
I, the undersigned parent or guardian of the child listed below, understand and agree to all the terms below as they pertain to the South Carolina Aquarium’s Teen Science Café program. - I grant permission for my child to participate in the South Carolina Aquarium’s Teen Science Café Program on the date listed above. I understand that participation may include engaging in hands-on tasks as part of the program. Participation is purely voluntary, and if at any time my child or I feel uncomfortable with the activities, we may notify the instructor that we do not wish to participate and accommodations will be made for us to either observe the activity or leave the program.
- I understand that a South Carolina Aquarium employee/volunteer will explain various safety rules before participating. I agree that we have a responsibility to listen, and if necessary, ask questions, clarify any rules, regulations or instructions that we do not understand. I acknowledge that by participating in the program that I have understood and agreed to comply with all safety rules and regulations.
- I agree that we have a responsibility to conduct ourselves in a safe and reasonable manner, staying with the group at all times.
- I understand that transportation to and from the South Carolina Aquarium is solely my responsibility as parent/guardian.
- I am aware that there are certain risks and dangers in any activity and in consideration of participating, I hereby agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the South Carolina Aquarium, its officers, agents, board members, employees and representatives (hereafter collectively referred to as “the released parties”) for any liabilities, claims, demands, or cause of action that arise from the negligence or strict liability of the released parties.
- I have conveyed my understanding and consent of the above guidelines to my child.
- I have read the program description and acknowledge that my child is between the ages of 6th grade to 12t
Photo Release: For valuable consideration, I do hereby authorize the South Carolina Aquarium, and those acting pursuant to its authority to: - Record my child’s participation and appearance on video tape, audio tape, film, photograph or any other medium.
- Use my child’s name, likeness, voice and biographical material in connection with these recordings.
- Exhibit or distribute such recording in whole or in part without restrictions or liability for any educational or promotional purpose which the South Carolina Aquarium, and those acting pursuant to its authority, deem appropriate.
I Agree
Emergency Situation: Should an emergency arise, I give my permission to the South Carolina Aquarium staff to render first aid and provide or obtain emergency medical services as the situation warrants, and release the staff from any liability resulting from any negligent performance of said services. I Agree
AAt the program conclusion, If I decide to authorize the South Carolina Aquarium to release my child to drive themselves home with my permission or to be released to a different parent or guardian I will send an email to confirm this decision to the South Carolina Aquarium's staff. I Agree
______________________________________________________________________________________________ Adult/Guardian
I have read and do agree to the terms above. Signature of Parent/Guardian: Date: May 1, 2024
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