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Waiver for Pumpkin Festival Merchandise Store & Tent Sign Up
Volunteer Liability Waiver and Agreement
This document explains possible risks of volunteering and includes liability waivers, consents, and other legal agreements.
By signing below, I, the volunteer (or volunteer's legal guardian), acknowledge that entry into this agreement ("Agreement") is in consideration of my participation, or my minor child’s participation, as a volunteer. Any reference to “I” or “my” shall also include my minor child if my minor child is participating as a volunteer. I confirm my understanding and agreement to the following:
Policies and Safety Rules
I will comply with Morton Chamber of Commerce (hereinafter the “Chamber”) volunteer policies, safety rules, conduct expectations, and other directions. I understand that Client does not tolerate bullying, harassment, threatening behavior, or violence of any kind. 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 the Chamber, (b) I will not be paid for my participation, and (c) I am not covered by or eligible for any Chamber insurance, health care, worker's compensation, or other benefits. I understand that the Chamber may terminate my volunteer status at any time, for any or no reason.
Risks Associated with Volunteering
Volunteering for the Chamber has risks. These risks may arise in a variety of ways. They include, without limitation: my lifting heavy objects or otherwise exerting myself, handling glass and other dangerous materials, using hot or sharp objects or other tools, being exposed to dust, loud noises, and interacting with and being in the presence of other volunteers, visitors and other people. I understand that these risks include risks of injury, illness, death, and property damage or loss, and that they may arise from my own actions or from the actions of others at or near Chamber facilities or encountered when traveling for Chamber activities offsite. I also understand that even if Chamber, I, and other persons present at Chamber facilities follow all health and safety protocols, I may still be exposed to COVID-19 or other infectious diseases.
Awareness and Assumption of Risk
I understand the information above, and confirm and acknowledge that these are risks associated with volunteering. With such information and awareness, and with the recognition that other factors may create additional such risks, I knowingly, freely, and voluntarily: (a) sign up to volunteer for the Chamber; (b) engage in volunteer activities; and (c) assume and accept the risks of all injury, death, property damage or loss, financial obligation, loss of privacy, loss of reputation, and all other injuries and other consequences, whether known or unknown, whether foreseen or unforeseeable, and whether incurred at Chamber facilities or elsewhere, that may result, directly or indirectly, from my presence at Chamber facilities or participation as a Chamber volunteer, regardless of the cause.
Waiver and Release of Claims
I waive and release Chamber and its directors, officers, agents, employees, volunteers, promoters, sponsors, advertisers, lessees, and affiliates and any of their officers, employees, and volunteers, their heirs, administrators, and executors (collectively, "Chamber Parties") from any and all liability, demand, claims, right of action, costs, and expenses of any kind and of whatever nature which I or my heirs, next of kin, or legal representatives may have or which may later accrue, caused by or arising directly or indirectly from my presence at Chamber facilities or participation in Chamber activities. This release and waiver includes, in each such case, all claims in respect of the risks noted above, known and unknown, foreseen and unforeseeable, regardless of the cause or whether such claims arise from tort, contract, or otherwise, and even if caused by negligence, whether passive or active. I will not sue any of the Chamber Parties on the basis of these waived and released claims.
Disclosure of Medical Conditions
I understand that I am solely responsible for knowing my own physical condition and making my own decision about volunteering. I have disclosed all medications and conditions relevant to my participation to my supervisor or other staff at the Chamber, including chronic conditions such as heart conditions, asthma, allergies, seizures, or diabetes. I understand that the Chamber needs such information because some medication side effects or medical conditions could affect my safety or that of others at Client. I consent to Client sharing this information with health professionals or first responders should I become ill or injured while at Client facilities.
Medical Care Consent and Waiver
I authorize the Chamber to provide me with first aid and to arrange medical assistance, transportation, and emergency medical services for me if I get hurt while volunteering. I understand that the Chamber is not obligated to provide this care. I also understand that I am solely responsible for any costs related to my medical treatment and transport, and that the Chamber does not provide health, medical, disability, or other insurance coverage for me.
Confidentiality
I may have access to the Chamber's confidential information. At all times during and after my participation, I agree to hold any such confidential information in confidence and not disclose or use it except as the Chamber expressly authorizes.
Assignment of Work Product
I grant full rights to the Chamber in any reports, brochures, website content, photos, images, videos, social media posts, or other materials or works I may create in the course of volunteer activities, and any intellectual property rights in or derivatives of such materials.
Use by Client of My Name and Image
I understand that the Chamber may take photos or videos of me. I consent to use by the Chamber of my image, voice, name, and story, and of images of any works I may create as a volunteer (collectively, "Materials"), in the Chamber's digital and print promotional, fundraising, educational, and other communications. The Chamber may use the Materials without obtaining my approval or paying me for such use. I grant the Chamber all copyrights in and waive any legal claims relating to the Materials, including those relating to copyright, rights of publicity or privacy, or defamation, or arising from any distortion, blurring, or alteration that may occur in the making, editing, or use of the Materials.
My checking this box means that I do not consent to the Chamber’s use of my name and image:
General Provisions
I understand that this Agreement will be binding for so long as I am a volunteer with the Chamber. This Agreement will run in favor of, and may be enforced by, each of the Chamber Parties, and will bind my distributes, heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, personal representatives, and legal representatives. This Agreement will be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the other terms remain effective. This Agreement will be governed by Illinois law. Any litigation arising . This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the Parties to this Agreement, and the terms of this Agreement are contractual and not a mere recital.
Volunteer Liability Waiver and Agreement
This document explains possible risks of volunteering and includes liability waivers, consents, and other legal agreements.
By signing below, I, the volunteer (or volunteer's legal guardian), acknowledge that entry into this agreement ("Agreement") is in consideration of my participation, or my minor child’s participation, as a volunteer. Any reference to “I” or “my” shall also include my minor child if my minor child is participating as a volunteer. I confirm my understanding and agreement to the following:
Policies and Safety Rules
I will comply with Morton Chamber of Commerce (hereinafter the “Chamber”) volunteer policies, safety rules, conduct expectations, and other directions. I understand that Client does not tolerate bullying, harassment, threatening behavior, or violence of any kind. 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 the Chamber, (b) I will not be paid for my participation, and (c) I am not covered by or eligible for any Chamber insurance, health care, worker's compensation, or other benefits. I understand that the Chamber may terminate my volunteer status at any time, for any or no reason.
Risks Associated with Volunteering
Volunteering for the Chamber has risks. These risks may arise in a variety of ways. They include, without limitation: my lifting heavy objects or otherwise exerting myself, handling glass and other dangerous materials, using hot or sharp objects or other tools, being exposed to dust, loud noises, and interacting with and being in the presence of other volunteers, visitors and other people. I understand that these risks include risks of injury, illness, death, and property damage or loss, and that they may arise from my own actions or from the actions of others at or near Chamber facilities or encountered when traveling for Chamber activities offsite. I also understand that even if Chamber, I, and other persons present at Chamber facilities follow all health and safety protocols, I may still be exposed to COVID-19 or other infectious diseases.
Awareness and Assumption of Risk
I understand the information above, and confirm and acknowledge that these are risks associated with volunteering. With such information and awareness, and with the recognition that other factors may create additional such risks, I knowingly, freely, and voluntarily: (a) sign up to volunteer for the Chamber; (b) engage in volunteer activities; and (c) assume and accept the risks of all injury, death, property damage or loss, financial obligation, loss of privacy, loss of reputation, and all other injuries and other consequences, whether known or unknown, whether foreseen or unforeseeable, and whether incurred at Chamber facilities or elsewhere, that may result, directly or indirectly, from my presence at Chamber facilities or participation as a Chamber volunteer, regardless of the cause.
Waiver and Release of Claims
I waive and release Chamber and its directors, officers, agents, employees, volunteers, promoters, sponsors, advertisers, lessees, and affiliates and any of their officers, employees, and volunteers, their heirs, administrators, and executors (collectively, "Chamber Parties") from any and all liability, demand, claims, right of action, costs, and expenses of any kind and of whatever nature which I or my heirs, next of kin, or legal representatives may have or which may later accrue, caused by or arising directly or indirectly from my presence at Chamber facilities or participation in Chamber activities. This release and waiver includes, in each such case, all claims in respect of the risks noted above, known and unknown, foreseen and unforeseeable, regardless of the cause or whether such claims arise from tort, contract, or otherwise, and even if caused by negligence, whether passive or active. I will not sue any of the Chamber Parties on the basis of these waived and released claims.
Disclosure of Medical Conditions
I understand that I am solely responsible for knowing my own physical condition and making my own decision about volunteering. I have disclosed all medications and conditions relevant to my participation to my supervisor or other staff at the Chamber, including chronic conditions such as heart conditions, asthma, allergies, seizures, or diabetes. I understand that the Chamber needs such information because some medication side effects or medical conditions could affect my safety or that of others at Client. I consent to Client sharing this information with health professionals or first responders should I become ill or injured while at Client facilities.
Medical Care Consent and Waiver
I authorize the Chamber to provide me with first aid and to arrange medical assistance, transportation, and emergency medical services for me if I get hurt while volunteering. I understand that the Chamber is not obligated to provide this care. I also understand that I am solely responsible for any costs related to my medical treatment and transport, and that the Chamber does not provide health, medical, disability, or other insurance coverage for me.
Confidentiality
I may have access to the Chamber's confidential information. At all times during and after my participation, I agree to hold any such confidential information in confidence and not disclose or use it except as the Chamber expressly authorizes.
Assignment of Work Product
I grant full rights to the Chamber in any reports, brochures, website content, photos, images, videos, social media posts, or other materials or works I may create in the course of volunteer activities, and any intellectual property rights in or derivatives of such materials.
Use by Client of My Name and Image
I understand that the Chamber may take photos or videos of me. I consent to use by the Chamber of my image, voice, name, and story, and of images of any works I may create as a volunteer (collectively, "Materials"), in the Chamber's digital and print promotional, fundraising, educational, and other communications. The Chamber may use the Materials without obtaining my approval or paying me for such use. I grant the Chamber all copyrights in and waive any legal claims relating to the Materials, including those relating to copyright, rights of publicity or privacy, or defamation, or arising from any distortion, blurring, or alteration that may occur in the making, editing, or use of the Materials.
My checking this box means that I do not consent to the Chamber’s use of my name and image:
General Provisions
I understand that this Agreement will be binding for so long as I am a volunteer with the Chamber. This Agreement will run in favor of, and may be enforced by, each of the Chamber Parties, and will bind my distributes, heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, personal representatives, and legal representatives. This Agreement will be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the other terms remain effective. This Agreement will be governed by Illinois law. Any litigation arising . This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the Parties to this Agreement, and the terms of this Agreement are contractual and not a mere recital.
I affirm that I am of legal age and able to sign on my own behalf and am freely signing this Agreement. I have read this Agreement and fully understand that by signing this Agreement, I am giving up legal rights and remedies that may be available to me and to other persons.
