1. Activity Participation
Health Education Council (HEC) program participants may be eligilbe to participate in Power of Exposure activities. Power of Exposure activities may include recreational, social, educational, cultural, outdoor, and other community-based activities. Activities may include, but are not limited to, rage rooms, fishing, water parks, amusement parks, escape rooms, mini golf, sporting or recreational activities, and other field trips or outings.
I understand that participation in Power of Exposure activities is voluntary. I understand that activities may involve varying levels of physical activity, environmental conditions, equipment, interaction with other participants or members of the public, and other risks that may vary depending on the activity and location.
I understand that participation may involve risks including, but not limited to, slips, trips, falls, collisions, cuts, bruises, strains, sprains, physical exertion, exposure to weather or environmental conditions, water-related risks, use of recreational equipment, property damage or loss, and other accidental injury or unforeseen circumstances.
I understand that certain activities may involve additional or unique risks. I agree to follow reasonable safety instructions provided by Health Education Council (HEC) staff, volunteers, activity providers, venue staff, instructors, lifeguards, or other authorized personnel.
I understand that participation in an activity is voluntary and that I, or the minor participant for whom I am signing, may choose not to participate in an activity or may stop participating at any time, subject to reasonable safety and program procedures.
2. Health, Medical Conditions, Disabilities, and Accommodations
I understand that participants may have medical conditions, disabilities, allergies, or other circumstances that may affect participation in certain activities.
I agree to inform HEC staff of any relevant condition, limitation, allergy, accessibility need, or other circumstance that may affect the participant's ability to safely participate or that may require an accommodation or assistance.
I understand that HEC will make reasonable efforts to consider disclosed accommodation and accessibility needs, but that not every activity or venue may be accessible or appropriate for every participant.
I understand that I am responsible for making decisions regarding participation based on my own, or my minor participant's, abilities, limitations, and comfort level.
3. Third-Party Providers and Venues
I understand that some Power of Exposure activities may take place at facilities operated by, or be provided by, independent organizations, businesses, instructors, or other third-party providers. These may include water parks, amusement parks, recreational facilities, entertainment venues, instructors, and other activity providers.
I understand that third-party providers and venues may have their own rules, safety requirements, terms, and liability waivers. I agree that the participant will comply with applicable rules and requirements of the activity provider or venue.
I understand that the participant may be required to complete an additional waiver, release, or liability form provided by a third-party provider or venue in order to participate.
4. Assumption of Risk
I, or the minor participant for whom I am signing, voluntarily choose to participate in Power of Exposure activities and acknowledge that participation involves inherent and reasonably foreseeable risks.
I understand and voluntarily assume the ordinary risks reasonably associated with participation in these activities.
5. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I release and hold harmless Health Education Council (HEC), its directors, officers, employees, staff, volunteers, agents, and representatives from claims arising from the participant's participation in Power of Exposure activities, except to the extent such release is prohibited by law.
I understand that this waiver applies to Power of Exposure activities generally and is intended to supplement the Program Participation Consent and any applicable Transportation Consent and Liability Waiver.
I understand transportation to Power or Exposure trips may not be provided by HEC unless otherwise arranged by HEC staff.
6. Parent/Legal Guardian Consent for Participants Under 18
If the participant named below is under 18 years of age, I represent that I am the participant's parent or legal guardian and have the authority to provide consent on the participant's behalf.
I give permission for the minor participant named below to participate in Power of Exposure activities covered by this form. I confirm that I have reviewed the information in this form with the minor participant, as appropriate for their age and understanding, and have discussed the nature and risks of participation.
I understand that activities may vary and that some activities or venues may require additional parental/guardian consent or an additional waiver.
7. Acknowledgment and Signature
I have carefully read and understand this Activity Participation, Assumption of Risk & Liability Waiver. I understand that participation in Power of Exposure activities is voluntary and that applicable safety rules and instructions must be followed.
I understand that this form may be used for participation in multiple Power of Exposure activities during the applicable program registration period and that certain activities or venues may require additional forms.