I am aware that as a
volunteer I expose myself to potential hazards which include but are not
limited to: kitchen accidents, cuts, burns, back injury from lifting, car
accidents, property damage or injury to others in car accidents, falls,
muggings, etc. Potential hazards have been explained to me. I am voluntarily
participating in this service with the knowledge of the potential hazards
involved and hereby agree to accept any and all risks of injury.
I will not participate in and
report any and all instances of any sort of harassment, exploitation, and or
intimidation. I will work to maintain an atmosphere of physical and emotional
safety for everyone associated with the organization: (employees, volunteers,
clients and visitors).
I recognize that, as a
volunteer I represent the San Antonio Food Bank to the public. I accept the
responsibility for this status and will conduct myself in a professional
manner. I will be clean and sober when conducting business as a representative
of this organization.
I agree to maintain the
confidentiality of all volunteers, clients, and donors about whom I have
personal identifying information.
I agree to honor the
commitment length and frequency of service that I make to the organization. I
agree to provide as much advance notice as is possible in the event that I will
be absent from my volunteer shift. I agree to update my personal information
and emergency information as changes occur.
I agree that my assignees,
heirs, distributes, guardians and other legal representatives will not make
claim against, or sue for injury or damages resulting from the negligence or
other acts, howsoever caused, by any employee, agent, or volunteer contractor
of the organization as a result of my participation as a volunteer. I hereby
release the San Antonio Food Bank from all actions, claims, or demands that I,
my assignees, heirs, guardians and representatives now have or may hereafter
have for injury resulting in my participation as a volunteer.
If my volunteer service
includes driving an automobile, I acknowledge that I have both a valid driver’s
license, and automobile liability insurance policy as required by state law. I
agree to maintain my license and insurance in good standing for my entire
tenure as a volunteer for the organization. I am knowledgeable and agree to
abide bby local and state traffic laws. I agree not to drive while under the
influence of alcohol and/or other intoxicating substances.
In signing this form, I
understand and agree to the terms and conditions related to volunteering my
services to the San Antonio Food Bank. I have carefully read this agreement and
fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability
and I sign it on my own free will.