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CONSENT, RELEASE AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

The FOUNDATION FOR INSPIRATION & RECOGNITION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY IN TEXAS, INC. herein referred to as “FIRST® in Texas” is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization at 2186 Jackson Keller Rd Ste 2132, San Antonio, Texas 78213.

FIRST® in Texas supports FIRST® robotics teams, conducts science and technology activities and events across Texas, with a focus on increasing accessibility for low-income and underrepresented students. FIRST® students are significantly more likely to attend college, major in science or engineering, and be outstanding future employees and citizens.

DEFINITIONS

Activity means any program, qualifier, tournament, meet, competition, scrimmage, demonstration, or event directly or indirectly related to the activities of FIRST® in Texas.

Participate or Participation means to directly or indirectly observe, volunteer, compete, or engage in any Activity sponsored by or related to FIRST® in Texas.

Releasee means FIRST® in Texas, and its directors, officers, employees, agents, attorneys, volunteers, related entities, successors, and assigns.

Releasor means the Participant or Guardian identified below, including all heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, beneficiaries, and personal representatives. In the event the Participant is under 18 years of age, Releasor shall include the Participant and Guardian, including all Guardian’s minor children under 18 years of age. This term includes (“me” and “I”).

Consideration means the permission for Releasor to Participate at a FIRST® in Texas Activity in exchange for this CONSENT, RELEASE, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT signed on behalf of Releasor.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK. I acknowledge that my Participation in a FIRST® in Texas Activity entails known and unanticipated risks, which may include risks arising from the use of hand tools or power tools, working with various commercial materials, conditions related to travel, and risks arising from conditions at the Activity location(s). These risks could result in physical or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, economic or emotional loss, property damage, paralysis, and death. I understand that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the Activity.

I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THE AFOREMENTIONED ACTIVITY, AND I ASSUME ALL RISKS, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY.

I further acknowledge that attendance at public events may carry with it the risk of serious injury, exposure to communicable disease, and property loss. I agree to abide by the FIRST® in Texas Safety Guidelines, which are available at http://FIRSTinTexas.org/safety.

WAIVER AND RELEASE.In Consideration for my Participation at a FIRST® in Texas Activity, I hereby willingly, knowingly, and voluntarily accept and enter this waiver and release agreement on behalf of myself and/or my minor child, who is an express third-party beneficiary of this agreement. I further acknowledge that Releasees are not responsible for errors, omissions, acts, or failure to act, of any party or entity conducting a specific event or Activity on behalf of Releasees.

I RELEASE, WAIVE, FOREVER DISCHARGE, HOLD HARMLESS, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE FIRST® IN TEXAS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, CAUSES OF ACTIONS, AND DEMANDS OF ANY KIND OR NATURE, EITHER IN LAW OR IN EQUITY, WHICH ARISE NOW OR IN THE FUTURE IN CONNECTION WITH RELEASOR’S PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY.

I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT THIS RELEASE DISCHARGES FIRST® IN TEXAS FROM ANY LIABILITY OR CLAIM THAT RELEASOR MAY HAVE AGAINST FIRST® IN TEXAS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, CLAIMS FOR NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE SEEKING DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, ILLNESS, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT MAY RESULT FROM RELEASOR’S PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY, HOWSOEVER ARISING OR CAUSED, INCLUDING THE ALLEGED NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE OF FIRST® IN TEXAS.

INDEMNIFICATION.In Consideration for my Participation at a FIRST® in Texas Activity, I hereby willingly, knowingly, and voluntarily accept and enter this indemnity agreement on behalf of myself and/or my minor child, who is an express third-party beneficiary of this agreement.

I AGREE TO INDEMNIFY FIRST® IN TEXAS (THAT IS, DEFEND AND PAY ANY JUDGMENT AND COSTS, INCLUDING INVESTIGATION COSTS, ATTORNEY'S FEES AND RELATED EXPENSES) FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LAWSUITS, OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO RELEASOR’S PARTICIPATION AT A FIRST® IN TEXAS ACTIVITY.

THIS INDEMNITY APPLIES TO ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, CLAIMS ALLEGING NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE, PERSONAL INJURY, ILLNESS, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE THAT MAY RESULT FROM RELEASOR’S PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY, HOWSOEVER ARISING OR CAUSED, INCLUDING THE ALLEGED NEGLIGENCE OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE OF FIRST® IN TEXAS.

MEDIA RELEASE.Releasor further grants and authorizes FIRST® in Texas the right to take, edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, distribute and make use of any and all pictures or video taken by FIRST® in Texas, its contractors, volunteers, sponsors or agents, to be used in and/or for legally promotional materials including, but not limited to, newsletters, flyers, posters, brochures, advertisements, fundraising letters, annual reports, press kits and submissions to journalists, websites, social networking sites and other print and digital communications, without payment or any other consideration.

This authorization extends to all languages, media, formats, and markets now known or hereafter devised. This authorization shall continue indefinitely unless I otherwise revoke said authorization in writing. I understand and agree that these materials shall become the property of FIRST® in Texas and will not be returned.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION.In the event that I require medical care or treatment, I authorize FIRST® in Texas to provide all emergency medical care deemed necessary, including but not limited to, first aid, CPR, the use of AEDs, emergency medical transport, and sharing of medical information with medical personnel. I further agree to assume all costs involved and agree to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such treatment. I am aware and understand that all Participants should carry health insurance.

MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION. Releasor expressly waives any right to a trial by judge or jury that may exist with regard to any claim or liability related to Releasor(s)’ participation in the Activity of FIRST® in Texas. In the event any dispute arises, Releasor agrees to engage in good faith efforts to mediate the dispute. Any agreement reached will be formalized by a written contractual agreement at that time.

RELEASOR AGREES THAT ALL CONTROVERSIES OR CLAIMS AGAINST FIRST® IN TEXAS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO

BINDING ARBITRATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FEDERAL ARBITRATION ACT (9 U.S.C., SECTION 1), INCLUDING ANY AMENDMENTS TO THAT ACT WHICH ARE SUBSEQUENTLY ADOPTED. ARBITRATION SHALL BE BEFORE THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION. REFERENCES TO TEXAS LAW MADE HEREIN SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A WAIVER OF ANY RIGHTS UNDER THE FEDERAL ARBITRATION ACT OR ANY RIGHTS TO HAVE SUCH DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROVISIONS GOVERNED, INTERPRETED, AND ENFORCED UNDER THE FEDERAL ARBITRATION ACT.

This agreement was entered into at arm's-length, without duress or coercion, and is to be interpreted as an agreement between two parties of equal bargaining strength. Releasor and Releasees agree that this agreement is clear and unambiguous as to its terms, and that no other evidence shall be used or admitted to alter or explain the terms of this agreement, and it will be interpreted based on the language in accordance with the purposes for which it is entered.

This agreement supersedes any and all previous oral or written promises or agreements. I understand that this is the entire agreement with FIRST® in Texas and cannot be modified or changed in any way by representations or statements by any agent, employee, or volunteer of FIRST® in Texas.

I further expressly agree that the foregoing CONSENT, RELEASE, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT is intended to be as broad and inclusive, is governed by the laws of the State of Texas, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. I also understand that if legal action or demand for arbitration is brought, venue for such action, as appropriate, shall lie in BEXAR County, Texas and that only the substantive laws of the State of Texas shall apply.

THIS CONSENT, RELEASE, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT FOR THE DURATION OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY AND DURING ALL EVENTS OF PARTICIPATION

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Safety & Security Pledge

FIRST in Texas takes the safety and security of its participants and volunteers seriously. 

You are attending a FIRST in Texas event and therefore, we have our own set of safety and security expectations from those attending thay may differ from broad guidance given by FIRST in game manuals or website statements.

  • If you see something suspicious or unsafe, SAY SOMETHING! Notify a FIRST in Texas staff member or representative or if there is an immediate threat to safety or event security, call 911.
  • If you are aware of any inappropriate behavior between a participant and an adult in our program, please notify your local law enforcement immediately.
  • Please do not run at any FIRST in Texas events. 
  • Please adhere to the FIRST Core Values and demonstrate the FIRST Code of Conduct while at our events.

If you have any feedback on our programs or a general safety (non emergency) concern, please let us know by using our feedback portal via our website or https://fitexas.io/feedback

FIRST Tech Challenge / FIRST Robotics Competition Program Attendees / Volunteers:

  • Please wear your safety glasses while in the pits and in the competition field area. 
  • Please wear closed toed / heeled shoes while in the pits and in the competition area.
  • Please do not run at any time while at a FIRST in Texas event.
  • Please secure any items hanging from your neck or any long hair when in the pits or in the competition area.

Failing to honor this pledge will result in a warning being issued and then being asked to leave the event.

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Parent(s) or Court-Appointed Legal Guardian(s) must sign for any participating minor (those under 18 years of age) and agree that they and the minor are subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.


By signing below the Parent or Court-Appointed Legal Guardian agrees that they are also subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.
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 By checking here, you are consenting to the use of your electronic signature in lieu of an original signature on paper. You have the right to request that you sign a paper copy instead. By checking here, you are waiving that right. After consent, you may, upon written request to us, obtain a paper copy of an electronic record. No fee will be charged for such copy and no special hardware or software is required to view it. Your agreement to use an electronic signature with us for any documents will continue until such time as you notify us in writing that you no longer wish to use an electronic signature. There is no penalty for withdrawing your consent. You should always make sure that we have a current email address in order to contact you regarding any changes, if necessary.


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