As a volunteer, I
will:
•Wear a mask for all indoor volunteer opportunities.Masks are always encouraged but not required
when outside.
• Not volunteer when ill, follow proper handwashing
techniques, and maintain proper hygiene.
•Treat others with respect and dignity, refraining from
engaging in harassing or inappropriate language and behavior
• Maintain confidentiality in case I come in to contact with personal or
sensitive information while volunteering
• Provide an emergency contact name and phone number to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley and
identify myself with a volunteer name badge
• Follow instructions from staff or volunteer leader
• Report hazards or unsafe activities, and refrain from engaging in those
activities myself including running, shouting, or horseplay
Use proper judgment when handling food. If I have a sensitivity to certain
foods, I will avoid handling those products and notify supervisors.
• Wear sensible, modest clothing
• Not volunteer under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and only smoke in
permitted areas
• Not take food, other product, or accept monetary gifts. I understand that
unauthorized possession may lead to
discontinuation of volunteering.
• Understand that there is no mileage reimbursement or other financial
incentive for volunteering
• Be safe! I will only do as much physical activity as I am comfortable doing,
will use proper lifting techniques, and ask if I need assistance
• Provide a parental permission slip if under the age of 18
• Exercise good judgment
• Report any behavior that is hurtful such as bad language, violence and
unwanted comments to staff
As a volunteer, I may be exposed to confidential information including
sensitive personal and private information about individual clients and their
families, and about donors. I understand and share Second Harvest’s commitment
to individual and family privacy, dignity, and respect. At all times during and
after my volunteer assignment, I will keep any information I learn when working
at Second Harvest (SH) confidential. I will store or dispose of records in
accordance with SH policy, as directed by my supervisor. At the end
of my participation as a volunteer, or upon SH’s request at any
other time, I will deliver to SH all of SH's property, equipment, and
documents, together with all copies, regardless of whether such property
contains confidential information.