Progressive Agriculture Safety Day®
Safety Day volunteer
Code of conduct
& Agreement form
During my participation with the Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® (PAF Safety Day) program or while working with minors to plan, set-up, clean-up, and/or evaluate the Safety Day, I agree to the following requirements. I understand that these are required not only to protect minors, but to protect me from possible undeserved accusations.
1. I will not engage in behavior that can be considered sexual harassment including a) sexual flirtations, advances, or propositions, b) any unwanted affection or physical contact (which includes tickling, wrestling, piggyback rides, massage, back scratching, etc.)
2. I will not put myself in a position where I am alone with a minor. If I find myself alone with a minor, I will immediately go to a location where I am visible to others or locate another adult.
3. I will not bring or access any sexually oriented materials during the Safety Day.
4. I agree to refrain from using inappropriate language/humor in the presence of minors. This will include a) no swearing, b) no racial, sexist, or ethnic comments, jokes or conversations, and c) no comments regarding a physical body and its development.
5. I will not use, possess, or be under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or any substance used for its intoxicating effects, nor will I provide any of these items to minors or peers.
6. I will refrain from smoking and other uses of tobacco or nicotine including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff/chewing tobacco, vape, or any similar device.
7. I will dress appropriately (shirts and shoes are required. Low-cut tops, tops that show bare midriffs, clothing with inappropriate language, short-shorts, and excessively low-cut pants are not appropriate.)
8. I will not administer over the counter or prescription medications to a minor. This must be done by a health professional or person designated by the coordinator.
9. I will speak to minors in a respectful manner and will not speak in a way that is harsh, demeaning, or abusive.
10. I will not discipline a minor physically. If a verbal request does not result in acceptable behavior, I will refer the problem to the PAF Safety Day Coordinator(s).
11. I understand that photographs, audio and/or videos of participants may not be permitted by a parent. I will use caution and work with the PAF Safety Day Coordinator(s) to identify these participants and assure I do not take nor use photographs, audio and/or video of those participants on social media, websites, print media and/or promotional materials for both myself and the organization I represent.
12. If I see or hear violation(s) of these requirements I will inform the PAF Safety Day Coordinator. If the violation(s) is/are by the coordinator, I will report immediately to a Progressive Agriculture Foundation staff member at 888-257-3529 Ext. 700 or safetyday@progressiveag.org
