Volunteering - Info you need to know

As a volunteer for Bicycle NSW, there are certain aspects and areas that are organised and taken care of for you. On all events the following applies:

Insurance

In the event of another party suing over alleged negligence of a volunteer whilst engaged in authorised activities of the rides, you are covered by $20 million Public & Products Liability insurance.

All Bicycle NSW volunteers are also covered by a specially designed one million dollar Voluntary Workers Insurance Policy. In the unfortunate case of a volunteer having an accident that causes any medical expense, permanent disability or injury, this policy covers the volunteer during any event if any medical expense is occurred.

Pre-Ride Briefing

All events of Bicycle NSW have a volunteers' briefing, usually one to two weeks prior to the ride. It is conducted in Sydney by the staff at Bicycle NSW and will give you all the necessary information that is needed for you to efficiently and safely perform your task. It is recommended that all volunteers commit themselves to attending this meeting, so that any unclear information can be straightened our or any questions can be fielded

Expenses

While we attempt to provide everything that you will need to efficiently and safely run our events, we do not expect volunteers to spend their own money to purchase items needed for the rides. However, on some occasions volunteers are requested to organise or buy goods, which if appropriate will be arranged by the Team leader for reimbursement.

Clothing and Equipment

Volunteers will be issued with their own t-shirts and caps to wear on the events. These specially designed volunteer only shirts will distinguish you as part of the event, and are a token souvenir for you to keep. All necessary equipment for you to efficiently perform your task will be provided by Bicycle NSW which is to be returned after the event. All other forms of clothing and personal items are the responsibility of the volunteer to provide.

Dealing with the media

Throughout your involvement with Bicycle NSW events, you may be approached to respond to questions raised by the media or community in general. It is critical that no personal comments are made and that any general enquiries are politely directed to the events publicity coordinator who you will be notified of before the event.

Volunteer Thank You function

The thank you party/function has long been a tradition of Bicycle NSW events. After the rides, we will run a party at a time and place to give the greatest number of volunteers the opportunity to get back together for a social and entertaining gathering. All volunteers are invited with food and drinks provided and some type of entertainment on some occasions. This is a great way to catch up with everyone.