Build Day Volunteer Application

About You
Name*
First Last
Company
Home Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Cell Phone
Work Phone
Home Phone
Email*
Birth Date
Please note: the minimum age requirement for the ReStore is 14 years or older and 16 years or older for the Build.
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Emergency Contact Name:
First Last
Emergency Contact Phone
Emergency Contact Relationship to you:
Do you have any medical information we should be aware of? Do you have any special needs for which you may require assistance?
Would you be interested in continue volunteering with Habitat WDG in one of our three ReStore Locations? (Guelph, Orangeville, Fergus)
I agree to receive communication regarding Habitat WDG. This includes (but is not limited to) build schedules, build updates, special event bulletins, volunteer opportunities, open houses, etc. If at any time you wish to be removed from any of these contacts simply contact us by phone at (519) 767-9752 ext. 21 or via e-mail at volunteer@habitatwdg.ca and we will gladly accommodate your request.
I agree to the privacy policy.
Date
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
About Your Build Day
What Group/Company is your Build Day with?
What day are you scheduled to be on site?
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Acknowledgements and Declarations
Habitat WDG requires volunteers respect a set of minimum standards that help with the flow of the Volunteer Management Process. Please Read and acknowledge the following terms*
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Build Day Scheduling and Absences*
Please inform Habitat WDG as soon as possible if you are unable to attend your scheduled build day.
I understand!
Our Mission: Habitat for Humanity builds safe, decent, affordable homes to provide families a hand up to break the cycle of poverty. We do this with the support and assistance of volunteers, donors of goods to our ReStores, individual donors, corporate, orientations and partners, and the community.*
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Age Requirements: Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older to work in the ReStore and office and 16 years of age or older to work on a build site. All volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian’s signature on their Liability Waiver.*
I understand that if I am under 18, I will be sent a Parental Consent form to have signed.
Personal Data: Your personal data should be updated regularly by contacting the Volunteer Department. This includes, but is not limited to: contact information (mail, address, phone, and email), emergency contact information, allergies or medical conditions, etc.*
I will keep my info up to date!
Attendance and Punctuality: If you have a conflict with your build day commitment, please let a Habitat WDG staff member know. If you are sick or an emergency arises, please call us as soon as possible.*
I'll let someone know if I can't make my build day!
Volunteer Hours: Volunteers must sign in and sign out while volunteering for safety reasons. All properly documented volunteer hours are recorded in our database.*
I will track my hours on the sign in/out forms!
Dress Code: Please follow the dress code outlined below.*
- clean, long pants, secure around the waist for safety reasons.
- clean t-shirt and/or sweat shirt, but no tank tops please.
- weather appropriate wear for working in the day's conditions
- CSA approved safety shoes or toe caps, gloves and safety glasses (all available for you).
- no perfumes or colognes please.
- hair tied back for safety
I will follow the dress code!
Food and Drink: Please only consume food and drink in designated break areas.*
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Phone and Electronic Usage: For your own safety, cell phones and electronic use is limited to your breaks and is not permitted in public areas. If you must take a call, please step away from the work area before answering the call.*
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Smoking: Legislation prohibits smoking in public areas. Smoking is permitted outside of these areas and in other designated areas. It is the smoker’s responsibility to keep the area clean and dispose of cigarettes in the appropriate container. You must inform an employee if you are going out for a smoking break.*
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Drug and Alcohol Use: All volunteers are required to be medically (physically, emotionally and mentally) capable of performing the required work, free from the presence of illegal drugs, alcohol or substances that diminish or impair their ability to perform the job. Any volunteer found under the influence of an illegal drug or abuse of prescription drugs, in possession of, using, selling, trading or offering for sale illegal or prescription drugs or alcohol during business hours or on Habitat WDG property or in a Habitat WDG vehicle will be subject to termination of their role.*
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A Positive Work Environment: We respect the diversity in generations, genders, ethnicities, races, languages, abilities skills that our employees and volunteers reflect. We embrace a culture of inclusion, partnership, and engagement establishing meaningful connections with employees and the volunteers we rely on in a way that adds value to their lives. Habitat WDG is committed to providing a positive work environment that encourages others to learn, grow and achieve and is positive, respectful, free of discrimination and bias. Volunteers and employees are personally responsible for maintaining this type of atmosphere. We prohibit harassment, words, jokes, actions or comments based on an individual’s sex, sexual preference, race, ethnic background, age, religion, physical condition, or other legally prohibited characteristic. Any conduct or action which creates an offensive or hostile work environment is prohibited and will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action. No volunteer should be subjected to unsolicited or unwelcome sexual overtones or conduct, either verbal or physical. Volunteers who feel they have been the victim of harassment should notify the Associate Director of Volunteer Services, or another employee immediately. If they feel safe, the volunteer should also let the harasser know their behavior is unwelcome. Theft of any nature or scale, whether of Habitat WDG property including items sold in the ReStore, recycling/salvage and waste bins, materials, supplies or tools on a build site, or the personal property of coworkers, volunteers, etc., will result in immediate dismissal with cause. Habitat WDG reserves the right to lay criminal charges.*
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Privacy Policy Statement: Habitat WDG is committed to protecting the privacy of the personal information of its donors, customers, employees, volunteers, partner families, and other stakeholders. We value the trust of those we deal with, and recognize that maintaining this trust requires that we be transparent and accountable in how we treat the information they choose to share with us. During the course of our various projects and activities, volunteers and employees may gather and use personal information. Personal information is any information that can be used to distinguish, identify or contact a specific individual, and can include an individual's opinions or beliefs, as well as facts about, or related to, the individual. In general, information can be used to communicate regularly with our members unless that person makes an explicit request to not be contacted. Members can always opt out of communication by contacting the office and we will respect such requests. Personal information gathered must be kept in confidence. Only authorized individuals are permitted to access personal information based only on their need to deal with the information for the reason(s) for which it was obtained. Safeguards are in place to ensure that the information is not disclosed or shared more widely than is necessary to achieve the purpose for which it was gathered. We also take measures to ensure the integrity of this information is maintained and to prevent its being lost or destroyed. It is understood that the removal of confidential information without permission is considered theft.*
I agree to the privacy policy.
Safety, Health and Environment (SHE): The safety and health of all employees, volunteers and sub-contractors involved with Habitat WDG is a critical priority for the Management and Board of Directors. The ability to continue with our work and build affordable housing at the highest levels of quality means ensuring that the safety and health of our workforce is maintained at all times. Habitat WDG will ensure the safest possible work environment by requiring that all workplace SHE hazards are identified and controlled; that employees and volunteers receive ongoing training in safety and health, follow safety guidelines and wear appropriate personal protective equipment; by maintaining communications between management and the workforce; and by leading by example through action. Having a safe and healthy work environment is everyone’s responsibility.*
I will do my part to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
Volunteer Discipline: While we endeavour to make volunteering with our organization a positive experience, it is our policy that any conduct that, in our view, interferes with or adversely affects work is sufficient grounds for disciplinary action up to and including possible termination. Depending on the conduct, disciplinary steps may be taken as follows: • First Warning – Verbal Warning • Second Warning – Written Warning • Third Warning – Suspension or Termination Factors that will be considered in determining the appropriate action include: the seriousness of conduct, the volunteer’s record, the volunteer’s ability to correct his/her conduct, action taken with respect to similar conduct by other volunteers, and any other surrounding circumstances.*
I understand.
Thank you for taking the time to complete our Build Day Volunteer Application form. When you hit submit, this information will be sent to our Volunteer Services team, who will follow up with you shortly. In the meantime, please continue on to Step 2 - Watching our Safety videos, and Step 3 - Taking the Safety Quiz, to complete the online portion of your Volunteer Application. We look forward to meeting you!*
I understand! I'll now complete the Build Site safety video and quiz!

Build Day Volunteer Application

About You

About Your Build Day

Acknowledgements and Declarations