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Volunteer role risk assessment

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This template supports organisations to identify and manage risks associated with volunteer roles. It provides a structured approach to assessing potential hazards and planning appropriate control measures.

The resource helps embed risk management into volunteer program design, supporting safe, well planned and compliant volunteer involvement.

Benefits for volunteer managers

  • identify and manage risks associated with volunteer roles
  • create safer volunteer roles and environments
  • support planning and compliance with organisational requirements
  • strengthen governance and risk management practices.

How to apply this resource

This template is most useful when designing volunteer roles, reviewing risk management processes, or ensuring appropriate controls are in place to support safe volunteer participation.

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