Waiver of Liability and Release
Preamble:
This Release is intended to release and discharge SYL Foundation and Kids Cook (Released Parties) from all damages, actions, claims and liabilities of any nature, specifically including, but not limited to, damages, actions, claims and liabilities arising from or related to the negligence of the Released Parties. I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend SYL Foundation and Kids Cook. and each of the other Released Parties from and against any loss, damage, liability, and expense, including costs and attorney’s fees, incurred by SYL Foundation and Kids Cook. or any of the other Released Parties as a result of my using the Facility, participating in the Activities, or participating in any other activity sponsored by SYL Foundation and Kids Cook.
Assumption of Risk:
If you have any questions, have them answered before signing this document. In consideration of being permitted to participate in Kids Cook, a program of See Ya Later Foundation (SYL), I, in full recognition and appreciation of the dangers and risks inherent in such activities, do hereby waive, release, and forever discharge Kids Cook, its officers, agents and employees from and against any and all claims, demands, action or causes of action for costs, expenses or damages to personal property or personal injury, or death, which may result from my, or my child’s, participation in these activities.
I understand and admit that my/my child’s participation in a Kids Cook cooking contest is voluntary. I assume full responsibility for any injuries or damages resulting from my participation in this program including, responsibility for using reasonable judgement in all phases of participation of the program, and travel from cooking location. I recognize and understand that the activities may be hazardous, that participation is solely at my own risk, and that I assume full responsibility for any resulting injuries and damages.
I affirm that my child is in good health. I further declare that my child is physically fit and capable to participate in such activities. I acknowledge that it is in the recommendation of Kids Cook that my child obtain general medical/health insurance if I am not already covered. I understand that it is my responsibility to notify the appropriate person in the workplace or event host(s) of emergency medical information. I also understand that this Waiver of Liability and Release binds my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns as well as myself. I acknowledge that I have read and understand this entire Waiver of Liability and Release, and I agree to be legally bound by it.
Photo Release:
I hereby give permission for my child to be photographed during the any class/event at Kids Cook. I understand the photos will be used to keep a journal of activities, to share during power point presentations and/or reports to our donors and for promotional purposes including flyers, brochures, newspaper and on the internet. I understand that although my child’s photograph may be used for advertising, his or her identity will not be disclosed, I do not expect compensation and that all photos are the property of SYL and Kids Cook and its affiliates.
I further grant full permission to use my child’s name, photograph, likeness, biography, voice and/or video for promotional purposes, including, but not limited to, on line and on-air announcements, weekly circular ads, signage, posters, television, magazine articles, websites, social media sites, and any other publications used by SYL and Kids Cook at the discretion of SYL and Kids Cook and without additional compensation or consideration, except where prohibited by law.
SYL, Kids Cook and its co-organizers are not responsible for lost or damaged personal property. All scheduled events/classes are subject to change. I understand that no fees will be refunded or transferred unless a child is unable to participate due to an accident or illness per physician orders. Children's’ photos and quotes may be used for publicity purposes.
COVID-19 Acknowledgement and Affirmation:
I affirm that I and my child are in good health. I acknowledge the contagious nature of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 and that the CDC and many other public health authorities still recommend practicing social distancing. I attest that I and my child:
- are not experiencing any symptom of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.
- have not traveled internationally within the last 14 days.
- have not traveled to a highly impacted area within the United States of America in the last 14 days.
- have been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of the Coronavirus/COVID-19
- have not been diagnosed with Coronavirus/Covid-19 and not yet cleared as non-contagious by state or local public health authorities.
- are following all CDC recommended guidelines as much as possible and limiting my exposure to the Coronavirus/COVID-19.
Medical Release:
In case of an emergency, and if a family physician cannot be reached, I hereby authorize my child to be treated by Certified Emergency Personnel (i.e. EMT, First Responder, and/or Physician).
THIS RELEASE IS A BINDING LEGAL CONTRACT, PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY.
I acknowledge that I have read and understand this entire Waiver of Liability and Release, and I agree to be legally bound by it.