Lambton Builds Volunteer

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Birth Date (you must be 16+ in order to volunteer)*
Gender
Address*
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Emergency Details
Name of Emergency Contact*
Relationship to Emergency Contact*
Emergency Contact Telephone Number*
Do you have any health issues we should be aware of?*
- No
- Yes
If Yes, please describe
Do you have any food allergies we should be aware of?*
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- Yes
If Yes, please describe
Volunteering Details
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What is your highest level of education?*
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Are you skilled or certified to work in a particular area? (Carpenter, Electrician etc.)*
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- Yes
If Yes, please describe
Please describe any challenges you are experiencing that might prevent you from participating in this build/program.

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Habitat for Humanity Health & Safety Policy*
SAFETY, HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT (SHE) TRAINING

Policy Number: 200
Policy Group: Health & Safety
Date Approved: February 2019
Next Review Date: February 2020
INTENT
The intent of this policy is to define the formal health and safety training required by all HFHS/L stakeholders.

POLICY
HFHS/L will implement a Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) management program at the most effective level possible ensuring that:
- At minimum, registration with the provincial Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) and Workers Compensation Board (WCB) employee insurance system is maintained and that the affiliate is in compliance with all requirements as stated within the legislation
- HFHS/L develop, maintain and administer a SHE training program which is mandatory for all staff and volunteers. HFHS/L will maintain all SHE Training Certification records. Annual re-certification will be mandatory.
- The safety and health of our workforce is maintained at all times through full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act for the Province of Ontario
- The safest possible work environment is maintained by requiring that all workplace SHE hazards are identified and controlled, that employees and volunteers receive ongoing training in safety and health, by maintaining communications between management and the workforce and by leading by example through action. Each worker shares an obligation to report accidents, SHE hazards or possible contravention of safety rules to the immediate supervisor
- Supervisors ensure that safe and healthy work conditions are maintained in their assigned work areas at all times, and
- That workers and volunteers work safely and responsibly following HFHS/L’s Safe Work Practices and Procedures and in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations of the Province of Ontario
RESPONSIBILITY
Oversight of this policy rests with each and every HFHS/L stakeholder from the President of the Board of Directors to the newest volunteer.

RATIONALE
The management and Board of Directors of HFHS/L is vitally interested in the safety and health of all employees volunteers and sub-contractors involved with HFHS/L. It is our philosophy that the wellbeing of our affiliate depends upon the safety and health of our workforce and the protection of our environment.
I confirm that I have read the Habitat for Humanity Health & Safety Policy

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Site Safety Guidelines*
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Construction Safety Video

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Safety Video Confirmation
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Health & Safety Quiz
As part of our health and safety program, Habitat for Humanity requires all volunteers to complete a health and safety quiz.
A “hazard” is something that is potentially harmful.*

True

False
When we talk about health & safety, the letters “PPE” stand for:*

a. Primary Photograph Enhancer

b. Pocket Protector Extraordinaire

c. Personal Property Eraser

d. Personal Protective Equipment
The minimum “PPE” required on a construction site is:*

a. Long pants, a shirt and a sun hat

b. Green Patch safety boots or shoes

c. Shorts and a T-shirt

d. Green patch safety boots or shoes, a hard hat and safety glasses when required
Our top health and safety priority when working on a build site is:*

a. Prevent all accidents and health & safety incidents from happening

b. Wear our safety equipment properly

c. Report all incidents promptly

d. All of the above
If you have never used a power tool before, you must receive proper training before using it.*

True

False
If you don’t have the correct tool for the job, you should:*

a. Use whatever is handy so as to not waste time

b. Ask the Supervisor

c. Find the right tool and use it

d. Give up and go home
If you discover a broken or defective tool, you should:*

a. Continue to use it

b. Put it back in the trailer

c. Throw it in the garbage

d. Label it as ‘broken’ or ‘defective’ and inform your Supervisor
If a ladder is damaged:*

a. Don’t use it

b. Repair it with duct tape immediately

c. Continue to use it, but repair as soon as possible

d. Ignore the damage
In order to use a ladder safely, you must:*

a. Keep at least 3 points of contact with the ladder at all times

b. Never stand on the top 2 rungs

c. Ensure the ladder is on a firm surface

d. All of the above
If you must work at a height of higher than 3 meters without a proper ladder or scaffolding, you will need:*

a. Excellent boots with a good grip

b. A personal fall protection system

c. A personal fall protection system with appropriate training

d. A parachute
When should a Personal Fall Protection System be worn?*

a. At all times on the build site

b. When working above 3 meters without safety rails

c. When working above 10 meters without safety rails

d. During all coffee and lunch breaks.
Before lifting a heavy load, you should:*

a. Sit down and relax

b. Center yourself to the load

c. Have a glass of water

d. Notify everyone on the site that you are going to life something heavy
When a vehicle is backing up, you need to:*

a. Stay a safe distance away from the vehicle

b. Watch the vehicle until it leaves the job site

c. Ignore it

d. Get in it
One of the serious health hazards when working on a hot, sunny day is:*

a. Heavy sweating

b. Heat stroke

c. Forgetting your lunch

d. Wearing too much sun screen
On an extremely hot day, you should:*

a. Take frequent breaks

b. Drink extra water

c. Wear light clothing

d. All of the above
When you identify an unsafe situation you should:*

a. Correct it immediately if possible

b. Warn all others in the area

c. Report it to your Supervisor

d. All of the above
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton’s “Safe Work Practices” (SWP):*

a. Must be followed at all times

b. Must only be followed on rainy days

c. Must only be followed by the Supervisor

d. Must only be followed if they don’t slow down the work process
Site safety inspections must be done:*

a. At least once for each job site

b. Every day

c. Once each week

d. At the end of the job
Whose responsibility is health and safety on the jobsite?*

a. Yours

b. The neighbor’s

c. The Supervisor’s

d. Everyone’s
One of the three “Worker’s Rights” under health and safety law is:*

a. The right to wear any type of clothing you like

b. The right to know about workplace hazards

c. The right to take a coffee break at any time

d. The right to start and finish work whenever you please.

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VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT
[Extension to Volunteer Management Policy # 302: VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT]

Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton (HFHS/L) believes in treating everyone fairly and equitably. We expect our volunteers to value, respect and interact positively will all other Habitat stakeholders. Our goal is to work together to achieve Habitat’s mission by creating a volunteer environment that supports and celebrates the diversity of people and their ideas. We understand and recognize that people work best when they know what is expected of them. For this reason, this Volunteer Code of Conduct has been designed to very clearly articulate Habitat Sarnia/Lambton’s expectations of all of its volunteer stakeholders.
As a Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton Volunteer member, I will:

Safety

participate in all mandatory safety training programs

put safety first in all our activities at all times promote and demonstrate safe and healthy work practices

follow and implement all procedures to the best of our ability at all times

respect and use all equipment in the way in which it was intended
report all injuries, illnesses, accidents, and near misses immediately to the appropriate people

recognize that training is fundamental to our safety wear all mandatory personal safety equipment, as needed recognize that smoking in HFH Sarnia/Lambton’s buildings and on build sites is strictly prohibited

Confidentiality

(where my position is such that I have access to such information) pledge to keep private information on employees, fellow volunteers, and partner families confidential

promise not to disclose affiliate issues, operations, or information on organizations with whom we are associated

understand that the removal of confidential records from the affiliate, without permission, is considered theft

Communication

acknowledge that speaking with any form of the media regarding Habitat Sarnia/Lambton or its programs, without permission, is prohibited

respect comments and feedback that are constructive and beneficial to job improvement as well as customer, donor, and sponsor satisfaction

implement effective listening skills

believe and practice productive, positive, respectful, two-way communication

accept and respect the supervisor’s instructions and work practices

Commitment

believe in carrying out the affiliate’s mission

guard against over-commitment resulting in burn out

Support

help others

share the workload and provide encouragement to fellow volunteers

Teamwork

rely on fellow volunteers for help

work together to achieve HFH Sarnia Lambton’s goals recognize and accept each other’s skills and abilities

encourage and support fellow volunteers and co-workers

not judge others

realize fighting or threatening violence in the workplace is strictly prohibited

Diversity and Equity

respect others despite race, religion, colour, age, gender, or creed

encourage others to learn, grow, and achieve

use appropriate language that will not offend others

not bully, victimize, or use demeaning humour or sexist comments

Trust

recognize theft or inappropriate removal of Habitat’s property is unlawful and grounds for immediate dismissal

recognize the critical importance of maintaining a sober and drug-free working environment

recognize submitting any contact information that is fraudulent is a crime and grounds for immediate dismissal

understand volunteering and/or working under the (immediate or lingering) influence of alcohol, cannabis, and/or illegal drugs, or the possession of these items (excepting those which have been medically prescribed) while on the premises or build sites of Habitat are grounds for immediate dismissal

understand the possession of dangerous or unauthorized materials, such as explosives or firearms, is strictly prohibited in HFH Sarnia/Lambton’s buildings and on build sites and grounds for immediate dismissal

Volunteer Code of Conduct*
I have read the above and understand Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton’s Volunteer Guidelines and Code of Conduct. I agree to abide by all requirements and pledge to use good judgment during my time as a volunteer.

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LAMBTON BUILDS CODE OF CONDUCT
As a participant in the Lambton Builds project at 4158 James Street, Petrolia you will be required to adhere to Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton’s (HFHS/L) policies, procedures, and volunteer code of conduct.
Any participant who violates this Code may be asked to leave the site and not allowed to return.

The activities outlined below are strictly prohibited:
Abusive language, verbal harassment or swearing towards a staff member, volunteer or another participant

Possession or use of alcoholic beverages, cannabis, or illegal drugs on the build site

Reporting to the build site while under the influence of drugs or alcohol

Possession of dangerous or unauthorized materials such as explosives, firearms, weapons or other similar itemsPhysical harassment of another participant, staff member, or volunteer

Bullying or taking unfair advantage of any participant, staff member, or volunteer

Actual or threatened violence towards anyone

Engaging in any form of criminal activity including but not limited to: theft, mischief, fraud, or any misuse of HFHS/L property

Conduct endangering the life, safety, health, or well being of others

Failure to follow any health and safety policy or procedure

Failure to cooperate with the Construction Supervisor, HFHS/L staff, or crew leaders

Lambton Builds Code of Conduct*
I have read and understand Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton’s Code of Conduct. I agree to abide by the rules described above and understand that I may be removed from the build site if I violate any of these rules.

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Waiver and Release*
THIS RELEASE WAIVER AND INDEMNITY (the “Release”) is in favor of Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton, an Ontario non-profit organization, Habitat for Humanity Canada, a federal non-profit corporation, and Habitat for Humanity International Inc., a non-profit corporation (collectively “Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton”) and all of their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, members, agents and donors; all title house donors, all sponsors, all media partners, all contributors of services, food, beverages, shelter and transportation, and each of their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents; all registered owners of properties at which salvage operations are conducted and their directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents where such registered owner is a corporate entity; any owner/operator of any trade show or public event at which Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton may be participating and the owner/operator’s directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents; and all partner families.

I wish to participate in any of Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton’s programs/activities located at any of its affiliate offices, ReStore(s), warehouse, salvage locations, home-build sites or at the location of any trade show or public event in which Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton is participating. I understand that such activities may include lifting, climbing, use of tools and other physical activities. I testify that I have read, completed, viewed and understand all build-site health & safety information required of me as part of the on-line application process.

In consideration of my desiring to participate in Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton’s program activities:

1. WAIVER AND RELEASE: I, my heirs, executors, estate trustees with or without a Will, administrators, successors and assigns do hereby release and forever discharge and hold harmless Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton and their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, members, agents and donors; all title house donors, all sponsors, all media partners, all contributors of services, food, beverages, shelter and transportation, and each of their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents; all registered owners of properties at which salvage operations are conducted and their directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents, where such registered owner is a corporate entity; any owner/operator of any trade show or public event at which Habitat for Humanity Sarnia/Lambton may be participating and the owner/operator’s directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents; and all partner families, from any claims, demands, damages both direct and indirect, costs, expenses, actions and causes of actions, whether in law or equity, in respect of death, injury, loss or damage to my person or property, howsoever caused arising or to arise by reason of my participation in or attendance at any of Habitat Sarnia/Lambton’s office, ReStore, warehouse, salvage or build locations or at a location of any trade show or public event at which Habitat Sarnia/Lambton is participating.

2. MEDICAL TREATMENT: I, my heirs, executors, estate trustees with or without a Will, administrators, successors and assigns do hereby release, waive and forever discharge Habitat Sarnia/Lambton and their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, members, agents; all title house donors, all sponsors, all media partners, all contributors of services, food, beverages, shelter and transportation, and each of their respective directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents; all registered owners of properties at which salvage operations are conducted and their directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents where such registered owner is a corporate entity; any owner/operator of any trade show or public event at which Habitat Sarnia/Lambton may be participating and its directors, officers, employees, contractors, members and agents; and all partner families from any claim, demands, damages both direct and indirect, costs, expenses, actions and causes of actions, whether in law or equity, in respect of death, injury, loss or damage to my person or property, howsoever caused arising or to arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or other medical service rendered in connection with my participation in or attendance at any of Habitat Sarnia/Lambton’s office, ReStore, warehouse, salvage or build locations or at a location of any trade show or public event at which Habitat Sarnia/Lambton is participating. I understand that I am responsible for securing all appropriate medical insurance coverage. I acknowledge and accept that any such medical services as may be available may be performed by volunteers or outside agencies and that Habitat Sarnia/Lambton has no control or responsibility for the quality of any medical attention that may be provided.

3. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that volunteer work may include activities that may be hazardous and that certain Habitat Sarnia/Lambton’s goods and equipment may be donated to Habitat Sarnia/Lambton and beyond the control of Habitat Sarnia/Lambton. As such, Habitat Sarnia/Lambton cannot and will not assume any liability for the condition of such goods and equipment or of the nature of the activity.

I understand that Habitat Sarnia/Lambton retains the right to limit or prohibit, at its sole discretion, my participation in any activities of Habitat Sarnia/Lambton if Habitat Sarnia/Lambton, at its sole discretion, does so determine that such participation will not be in the best interests of either it or me. I understand that I will be responsible for the payment of any expenses incurred as a result of application of this section.

4. PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASES: I do hereby grant and convey to Habitat Sarnia/Lambton all rights, title and interest in any and all photographic images, whether electronic or otherwise, and in any video or audio recordings made by Habitat Sarnia/Lambton or its media partners, including, but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, or other benefits derived from such photographic images . I further understand that Habitat Sarnia/Lambton may use, or authorize use of such images and recordings for broadcasting and in fundraising and other corporate materials and I consent to such use without any royalty or payment to me.

5. OTHER: I expressly agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the Province of Ontario, and that this Release shall be governed by and be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario. I agree that in the event that any clause or provision of this Release shall be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of such a clause or provision shall not otherwise affect the remaining provisions of this Release that shall continue to be enforceable.

6. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SARNIA/LAMBTON’S PRIVACY OF INFORMATION STATEMENT: We do not sell, trade, rent or in any way distribute your personal information. We use your information to keep you periodically informed of our activities including programs, funding needs, special events, and opportunities to volunteer or to donate. If you do not wish us to contact you, please notify us by email at [email protected]; by telephone, or by mail, with your full name and address. We will remove your name from our confidential list within 30 days of receipt. Otherwise by signing this Release you are consenting to the use of your personal information for the above-noted purposes. Our Privacy Policy can be viewed at 1787 London Line, Sarnia, ON.
I have thoroughly read, understand and agree with the information and terms of this Release Waiver & Indemnity. *

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