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City of Stone Mountain/Museum Volunteer Agreement, Assumption of Risk, and Release of Liability
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I apply to serve as a volunteer for activities associated with the City of Stone Mountain Museum and related programs operated in partnership with the Stone Mountain Historical Society ("Historical Society"). By submitting this application, I agree to the terms set for here and fully understand them.
Volunteer Status
I understand that I am serving solely as an unpaid volunteer. I am not an employee, contractor, agent, or representative of the City of Stone Mountain, Georgia, ("City) or the Stone Mountain Historical Society, and I am not entitled to wages, benefits, workers' compensation benefits, unemployment compensation, retirement benefits, or any other employee-related benefits.
Assumption of Risk
I understand that volunteering may involve certain inherent risks, including but not limited to slips, trips, falls, lifting or moving materials, use of tools or equipment, exposure to dust, weather conditions, insects, and other conditions commonly associated with museum operations, historic buildings, events, or volunteer activities.
I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks, whether known or unknown, associated with my participation in volunteer activities.
Release and Waiver of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the City of Stone Mountain, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, insurers, and the Stone Mountain Historical Society, including its officers, directors, members, committee members, volunteers, and representatives, from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising out of or related to my participation as a volunteer, including personal injury, illness, death, or property damage.
Medical Treatment
I understand that neither the City nor the Historical Society is responsible for providing medical, health, disability, or accident insurance coverage for volunteers. In the event of an emergency, I authorize emergency medical treatment if I am unable to provide consent. I understand that I am solely responsible for any medical expenses incurred.
Personal Property
I understand that I am responsible for my own personal property while volunteering. The City and the Historical Society are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings.
Compliance with Policies
I agree to follow all applicable City policies, safety procedures, volunteer guidelines, and lawful instructions provided by City staff or authorized Historical Society representatives. I understand that my volunteer service may be terminated at any time by the City or the Historical Society, with or without cause.
Photography and Media Release
I grant permission to the City of Stone Mountain and the Stone Mountain Historical Society to photograph, videotape, or otherwise record my image, voice, or likeness during volunteer activities and to use such materials, without compensation, for educational, historical, promotional, public information, or other lawful purposes in print, digital, social media, websites, and other media.
Indemnification
To the extent permitted by law, I agree to be responsible for my own conduct and actions and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City and the Historical Society from any and all claims arising from my conduct or actions while participating in volunteer activities and serving as a volunteer.