(A) York County recognizes and supports the use of volunteers to assist county government in providing services and programs. Departments will provide all volunteers with written policies and procedures; assignment of job duties, and information regarding safety practices to:
(1) Ensure safety of the volunteer;
(2) Reduce liability to the county; and
(3) Limit occurrences of property damage.
(B) York County volunteers are any citizen that would like to offer their services without pay. Volunteers must sign a document releasing the county from any and all liability arising from their volunteer activities as required by the Risk Management Department. Volunteers are typically not covered by Workers Compensation benefits unless specifically designated by statute. Volunteers do not have grievance rights. Employees cannot volunteer to perform work for the county in the same capacity for which they are paid. Advisory Boards and Commissions are not covered by this policy.
(Ord. 820, passed 4-20-20)