I apply for consideration as a volunteer for the Event. In consideration of my application to volunteer at the Event I acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions below (for volunteers under the age of 18 a parent or guardian must also make this declaration on behalf of the volunteer):
1. I understand and acknowledge that volunteering, working or assisting (Participating) in adventure sports events organised by In2Adventure (the Event) is a dangerous activity.
Fitness to Participate
2. I declare that I am medically and physically fit and able to participate in the Event as a volunteer. I am not and must not be a danger to myself or to the health and safety of others. I will immediately notify In2Adventure in writing of any change to my medical condition, fitness, and ability to participate. I understand and accept that In2Adventure will continue to rely upon this declaration as evidence of my fitness and ability to participate in the Event. I will report any accidents, injuries, loss, or damage I suffer during the Event to In2Adventure before I leave any relevant venue.
3. I have included details in my online registration of any medical or physical conditions from which I suffer that might affect my performance or be relevant if medical treatment is needed.
Release and indemnity
4. In consideration of being allowed to volunteer at the Event, I (on my own behalf and on behalf of my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns) agree to the conditions in this document.
5. By agreeing to these terms and condition and participating in the Event, I accept all risks necessarily flowing from my participation that could result in death, permanent injury, physical or mental injury (including the aggravation, acceleration or recurrence of such an injury) and/or the contraction, aggravation or acceleration of a disease.
6. Accordingly, I release all people associated with the conduct of the Event from, and will indemnify them against, all liability (including liability for their negligence) for all injury, loss or damage arising, I release and will release In2Adventure, promoters, sponsors, managers, government, and public authorities, and all of their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors and volunteers including event medical and paramedical personnel from all Claims that I may have or may have had but for this release arising from or in connection with my participation in the Event; and
a. release and indemnify In2Adventure, promoters, sponsors, managers, government, and public authorities, and all of their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors and volunteers including event medical and paramedical personnel against any Claim which may be made by me or on my behalf for or in respect of or arising out of my death whether caused by the negligence or breach of contract by In2Adventure, promoters, sponsors, managers, government, and public authorities, and all of their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors and volunteers including event medical and paramedical personnel or in any other manner whatsoever; and
b. indemnify and will keep indemnified In2Adventure, promoters, sponsors, managers, government, and public authorities, and all of their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors and volunteers including event medical and paramedical personnel to the extent permitted by law in respect of any Claim by any person:
i. arising as a result of or in connection with my participation in the Event.
ii. against In2Adventure in respect of any injury, loss or damage arising out of or in connection with my failure to comply with In2Adventure’s rules and/or directions.
Medical Treatment
7. I consent to receiving any medical treatment that In2Adventure reasonably considers necessary or desirable for me during my participation in the Event. I also agree to reimburse In2Adventure for any costs or expenses incurred in providing me with medical treatment.
Safety
8. I understand and acknowledge the dangers associated with the consumption of alcohol or any mind-altering substance before or during any Event, and I accept full responsibility for any injury, loss or damage associated with the consumption of alcohol or any other mind-altering substance.
9. I acknowledge that Safety precautions undertaken by In2Adventure (such as course supervision, race safety briefings, equipment requirements and safety checks) are a service to me and other participants but are not a guarantee of safety.
Right to Use Image
10. I acknowledge and consent to photographs and electronic images being taken of me during my participation in the Event. I acknowledge and agree that such photographs and electronic images are owned by In2Adventure and that In2Adventure may use the photographs for promotional or other purposes without my further consent being necessary. Further, I consent to In2Adventure using my name, image, likeness at any time, by any form of media, to promote In2Adventure.
Privacy
11. I understand that the information that I have provided herein will be included in an In2Adventure database and may be disclosed on occasions to the Australian Institute of Sports Commission, State Institutes and Academies of Sport.
12. I understand that the personal information I have provided is collected, used, and disclosed in accordance with the Privacy Policy of In2Adventure. I acknowledge that In2Adventure may use and disclose my personal information for the purposes of complying with legal obligations or otherwise in accordance with In2Adventure's Privacy Policy. In2Adventure may share my information (including name, date of birth, emergency contact details and suburb of residence) with third parties such as first aid and medical services, however my information will not generally be disclosed to anyone outside Australia. I understand that In2Adventure’s Privacy Policy contains information about how I may access, and request correction of my personal information held by In2Adventure or make a complaint about the handling of my personal information, and provides information about how a complaint will be dealt with by In2Adventure. I acknowledge that my participation may be rejected if the information is not provided.
Insurance
13. I understand that the volunteer insurance cover provided by In2Adventure for the event covers myself for public liability and limited personal accident cover whilst volunteering at this event only when I am between the ages of 16 years and 75 years of age on the day of the event. I am responsible for my personal ambulance cover and any loss or damage sustained by me and I acknowledge that In2Adventure does not make any representations about the suitability of any insurance. I also understand I can, in my own interests and at my own expense, seek and obtain personal insurance cover.
14. I acknowledge that I am fully responsible for the security of my personal possessions at the event.
15. I accept the communications, search, rescue and medical aid arrangements put in place by the organisers. I understand and agree that in the first instance I am responsible for the provision of first aid to myself. As a Volunteer I am responsible for my timely removal from the course to a medical facility. I give my consent to receive any first aid and medical treatment which may be deemed advisable in the event of accident, injury and/or illness as a result of my involvement in the Event.
16. I agree to abide by the Event rules and directions of staff and officials, and I understand that my services may be voided if through my actions or behaviour, in the opinion of the organisers, I break any of the rules or I bring the Event into disrepute. I further understand that the organisers reserve the right to reject any services without having to justify their actions.
RESPONSIBILITY
17. I agree that I am responsible for my own actions.
18. I will obey all common laws of the jurisdiction in which the event is taking place.
19. I will make myself familiar with and conduct myself in accordance with all Australian Workplace Health and Safety regulations.
20. I acknowledge that my personal property is my responsibility, and I agree to return any equipment issued to me for the event in the same condition it was received. I will handle and care for this equipment responsibly.
21. I understand and agree that intellectual property shared with me in the course of my duties at the event is owned by In2Adventure and I will:
a. keep it confidential and will not disclose it to another person; and
b. not use it in any manner outside the course of volunteering; and
c. return all documents and intellectual property at the completion of my shift.
22. I agree that this obligation continues during the volunteer relationship, and also after the volunteer relationship ends.
Warranty
23. I warrant that all information provided is true and correct. I acknowledge this application and declaration cannot be amended. If I do amend it my application will be null and void and cannot be accepted by In2Adventure.
24. I certify that I am 18 years of age or older and I have read, understood, acknowledge, and agree to the above terms and conditions of the Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release; if under the age of 18 a parent or guardian has accepted the Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release.