Volunteer with us!

As a volunteer, I understand that I control the dates and times when I do the work and that WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread is not responsible for scheduling my volunteer work. I also understand that I will not be compensated for any time spent volunteering, nor am I entitled to benefits, including employment insurance benefits upon the termination of this agreement or as a result of this service.

I am aware that participation as a volunteer may require periods of standing, walking, lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury. I am voluntarily participating in this activity with knowledge of the hazards and potential dangers involved and agree to accept any and all risks of personal injury and property damage.

As consideration for volunteering for WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread, I hereby agree that, EXCEPT FOR A WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM, I, and my assignees, heirs, guardians, and legal representatives, will not make a claim against or sue WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread or its employees, agents or contractors for injury or damage resulting from the negligence, whether active or passive, or other acts, however caused, by any of its officers, employees, agents, or contractors of WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread as a result of my volunteering. I HEREBY RELEASE AND DISCHARGE WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread AND ITS OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS AND CONTRACTORS FROM ALL ACTIONS, CLAIMS, OR DEMANDS THAT I, MY HEIRS, GUARDIANS, AND LEGAL REPRESENTATIVES NOW HAVE, OR MAY HAVE IN THE FUTURE, FOR INJURY OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM MY PARTICIPATION IN THE PROJECT.

I UNDERSTAND THAT IF I AM INJURED IN THE COURSE OF THE PROJECT, I AM COVERED BY WALKSACRAMENTO’s WORKERS’ COMPENSATION PROGRAM. I authorize WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread to seek emergency medical treatment on my behalf in case of injury, accident or illness to me arising from my involvement as a volunteer.

I agree and understand that injuries or losses to others, such as co-workers or the person(s) being helped, may occur as a result of my negligent or intentional acts during volunteer service, and that to avoid such harm, I must exercise care and act responsibly in serving others.

If any injury or loss to another does occur due to my intentional actions or due to my negligent actions arising outside of the scope of my volunteer activities, I will accept the liability for and repair, or make reparations for, the harm done

I understand that the materials and tools provided by WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread are and remain the property of WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread, and I agree to return these tools and any remaining materials to WALKSacramento DBA Civic Thread at the end of my volunteer service.