Young Life Australia’s staff and adult volunteers will periodically be given the opportunity to voluntarily participate in Adventurous Outdoor Activities facilitated by the organisation. Adventurous Outdoor Activities coordinated by Young Life Australia are delivered by qualified outdoor guides who plan and facilitate these activities in accordance with organisational policies that are benchmarked against industry standards. Young Life Australia staff and volunteers are not obligated to participate in these activities. Staff and volunteers who participate in these activities do so as voluntary participants who are aware of the risks and their obligations.
Acknowledgement of Risk and Obligations
This acknowledgement of risks applies to all Adventurous Outdoor Activities I may undertake as a Young Life Leader – be that as either a staff member or adult volunteer. I am aware that my voluntary participation in Outdoor Activities facilitated by Young Life Australia’s qualified outdoor guides will expose me to risks such as injury, illness, death and loss of or damage to my property. Typical risks may include but are not limited to hyperthermia, hypothermia, slipping on loose or icy surfaces, slipping on rocks, falling rocks, exposure, snake bite, bee stings and other insect attacks, burns, drownings, stepping into unseen holes, accidents during vehicle travel, navigation errors and becoming lost.
To minimise risks I will endeavour to ensure that:
- Prior to participation in an Adventurous Outdoor Activity facilitated by Young Life Australia I will read the relevant generic activity description; which provides a detailed description of the activity, including any potential risks
- I will read the program specific activity planning information which is provided to me by Young Life Australia to ensure that it is within my capabilities to participate
- I will inform Young Life Australia of any changes to my contact information and/or my medical information should ant of these details change
- I am to carry food, water, medication, and equipment appropriate for the activity
- I will advise the outdoor guide/s if I am taking any medication or have any physical or other limitation that might affect my participation in the activity
- I will make every effort to remain with the rest of the party during the activity
- I will advise the outdoor guide/s of any concerns I am having, and
- I will comply with all reasonable instructions of the national organisation and their qualified outdoor guides.
I have read and understand the above requirements. I have considered the risks before choosing to sign this acknowledgement of risk. I acknowledge that I will take responsibility for my own actions and that signing this form will be deemed as full acceptance and understanding of the above conditions.