The questions below are sample questions used in a live installation of the Happy2Help application.
How will volunteers and community action make any difference?
Our emergency planning is based on trying to prevent everyone needing help at the same time. Volunteers will help to prevent health and other services from becoming overloaded. This means health professionals will be able to care for the small proportion of people who need medical help.
If I work as a volunteer, what does it mean for me? What about my family?
As a volunteer you will be provided with information about how to keep yourself safe. Basic training/induction will be offered for specific roles. If you are asked to go into an unusually dangerous area you will be supplied with protective equipment and given instruction on how to safely use the equipment. In the course of your work as a volunteer you will be encouraged to pay more attention to basics.
If I have pre-existing health conditions can I still help?
Potentially individuals with pre-existing health conditions and/or women who are pregnant, may face added complications. These individuals are probably most suited to roles without direct contact with known risks. These individuals can still volunteer and help out in roles where there is no direct contact with sick people.
Who can access my information if I register?
Information collected on the volunteer self-registration website will be used by those health, local authority, civil defence and other agencies coordinating the response to the current emergency.
Information will be stored securely. Unless you tell us specifically that you are willing to be contacted in future events, information will be used only in coordinating a volunteer response to the current emergency.
When will I be contacted?
It will depend on the need in the community and how many volunteers there are. Once you’ve volunteered we’ll keep you informed by email.
What hours / days of the week are involved?
We will fit in around your availability. If there are days or times you’re not available, please indicate on the registration form.
Can I specify what services I am prepared to provide?
Yes, the registration form lists a range of services. You can tick as many or as few as you feel comfortable with.
Will I be paid?
As this is a volunteer service there will be no payment.
If I register as a volunteer how will I be contacted?
Local council staff and Civil Defence volunteers will be working alongside local health teams to coordinate the response. You can expect a phone call from one of these people when you are required.
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