Volunteer for FIRC

Volunteer Liability Waiver and Agreement

This document explains possible risks of volunteering and includes liability waivers, consents, and other legal agreements. By checking the “I agree” box, I acknowledge that I enter into this agreement, and I confirm my understanding and agreement to the following:

Policies and Safety Rules

I will comply with FIRC volunteer policies, safety rules, conduct expectations, and other directions. I understand that noncompliance may result in termination of my volunteer status.

Volunteer Not an Employee

I understand that: (a) I am not an employee of FIRC, (b) I will not be paid for my participation, and (c) I am not covered by or eligible for any FIRC insurance, health care, worker’s compensation, or other benefits.

Risks Associated with Volunteering

Volunteering for FIRC has risks. These risks may arise in a variety of ways. I also understand I may still be exposed to COVID-19 or other infectious diseases. I understand the information and confirm and acknowledge that these are risks associated with volunteering.

Waiver and Release of Claims

I waive and release FIRC from all liability, claims, costs, and expenses of any kind and of whatever nature which I may have, or which may later accrue, caused by or arising directly or indirectly from my presence at FIRC facilities or participation in FIRC activities. I will not sue any of the FIRC Parties based on these waived and released claims.

Medical Acknowledgement

I understand that I am solely responsible for knowing my own physical condition and making my own decision about volunteering. I hereby release and forever discharge FIRC from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with FIRC.

Insurance

I understand that, except as otherwise agreed to by FIRC in writing, FIRC does not carry or maintain health, medical, or disability insurance coverage for any volunteer. Each volunteer is expected and encouraged to obtain his or her own medical or health insurance coverage.

Confidentiality

I may have access to FIRC’s confidential information. At all times during and after my participation, I agree to not disclose or use such confidential information except as FIRC expressly authorizes.

Use by FIRC of My Name and Image

I consent FIRC to use my image, voice, name, and story in FIRC’s digital and print promotional, fundraising, educational, and other communications.

General Provisions

I understand that this Agreement will be binding for so long as I am a volunteer at FIRC. This Agreement will be governed by Colorado law.