Soul Survivor Outdoor Short-Term Volunteer Information Form and Authorization & Release The primary mission of Soul Survivor Outdoor is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ to active duty military service members through outdoor adventure, and we seek volunteers who have the same mindset. We ask that volunteers review our Statement of Faith and agree to support the ministry guidelines of Soul Survivor Outdoor. THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES FOR SOUL SURVIVOR OUTDOOR. I, the undersigned VOLUNTEER freely, voluntarily, and after reading carefully, execute this Volunteer Release and Waiver of Liability, on the date printed below, agreeing as follows:
Volunteer Status/Insurance: I understand and acknowledge that I am a volunteer, not an employee of Soul Survivor Outdoor ('SSO”). As a volunteer, I am not entitled to employee or other benefits from Soul Survivor Outdoor such as health or accident insurance, workers compensation benefits, or compensation for duties performed or hours worked. I understand it is my responsibility to provide my own health, disability, liability or accident insurance to cover my claims or damages from any injury, illness, death or property damage I suffer while performing volunteer work for Soul Survivor Outdoor. I Agree Assumption of Risk/Release: As a volunteer for Soul Survivor Outdoor, I understand that I will engage in outdoor activities that involves a risk of physical injury. I hereby assume all risks associated with performance of these activities and release and forever discharge Soul Survivor Outdoor from any and all liability for claims or damages I might have that result from my work with Soul Survivor Outdoor as a volunteer, and any related claims or damages arising from Soul Survivor Outdoor’s selection of event sites or activities, provision of food, lodging or transportation, if applicable, in connection with my volunteer duties. I understand I must also follow the safety standards of guides and/or tour operators hired by Soul Survivor Outdoor to conduct various activities, i.e. rock climbing, skydiving, etc. NO VOLUNTEER IS EVER REQUIRED to perform work that they believe is unsafe or that they think is likely to cause injury or death, or a health risk to themselves or others. I understand that Soul Survivor Outdoor is not responsible for the safety or security of my personal effects and release Soul Survivor Outdoor from liability for theft, damage or destruction of my personal property. I Agree
Ministry Photographs, Video, and Statements: I acknowledge and agree that while volunteering with Soul Survivor Outdoor, my activities may be photographed, videotaped, or that I may be interviewed for a personal statement. I hereby consent to the use by Soul Survivor Outdoor and/or its authorized representative of photographs, videos, or statements in which I appear, and I acknowledge and agree that I have no ownership rights in or to those photographs, videos, or statements. I hereby release Soul Survivor Outdoor, its agents and assigns from any claims that I may have relating to any photographs, videos, or statements, including without limitation, and claim arising under the right of publicity, right or privacy, defamation and/or copyright infringement. I Agree
Emergency Medical Care: I hereby consent to the provision or procurement by Soul Survivor Outdoor of emergency medical care or first aid in the event I suffer any illness or accident while performing volunteer activities. I hereby release, discharge and hold Soul Survivor Outdoor harmless from any claim related to the provision of such emergency medical care. I Agree Code of Conduct: Volunteers should represent Jesus Christ in their attitudes, behavior, speech, dress and demonstrate love and kindness toward one another and those being served. At no time will foul language or unclean jokes or crude humor be permitted. While representing Soul Survivor Outdoor, we ask that you refrain from alcohol, drugs, and tobacco products. All Soul Survivor Outdoor events are alcohol and/or illegal drug/substance free, use and/or possession of illegal drugs or alcohol on Soul Survivor Outdoor property, at a Soul Survivor Outdoor event, or on company time, is forbidden. When wearing Soul Survivor Outdoor's clothing please use discretion in all activities and present a strong witness. Firearms are not permitted onsite or in vehicles en route to and from event sites. Team members should dress modestly in accordance with Christian standards as well as appropriately for the tasks they are performing. Clothing should not be unduly tight or revealing, i.e. halter tops, bare midriff separates, short shorts, etc. I Agree |