*I will remember that in all my dealing with the public as a volunteer, I am representing Helping Paws Adoptable Animals, and that the public will consider my words and actions regarding rescue activities representative of the attitude and position of Helping Paws Adoptable Animals. If I enter into activities of a political or controversial nature, I am doing so as an individual, separate from Helping Paws Adoptable Animals.
*I understand that as an individual, I cannot enter into agreements for the organization; any such activity will be forwarded to the Helping Paws Adoptable Animals Board of Directors, and only Board Members can execute an agreement on behalf of Helping Paws Adoptable Animals.
*I accept full responsibility for expenses incurred by myself as a volunteer for Helping Paws Adoptable Animals. Although I may be reimbursed by Helping Paws Adoptable Animals, I must have prior approval from an officer of the Board of Directors, as well as the necessary documentation and receipts.
*I will always remember that I represent a non-profit organization and cannot profit from any activity related to the organization.
*I understand that Helping Paws Adoptable Animals cannot guarantee or be held responsible for the health, behavior, or temperament of any animal I may handle. I am aware that an animal may cause personal or property damage and agree to keep animals in my care securely contained.
*I understand that all Helping Paws Adoptable Animals volunteer applicants are subject to a reference check.
*I agree that if I bring a guest to a Helping Paws Adoptable Animals event and that guest has not filled out a volunteer form, I am accepting full responsibility for that guest.
I attest that I understand the risks present in volunteer duties, particularly in working with animals, and freely assume those risks and agree to release and indemnify Helping Paws Adoptable Animals, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers from and against all claims for injury, accident, damage, loss, or danger to the undersigned as a result of such volunteer duties.
**PLEASE TYPE YOUR FULL NAME AND THE DATE IN THE BOX BELOW IF YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE ABOVE STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTABILITY.
