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Are We Prepared to Safely Reach Out?


Use this assessment to plan accordingly for your outreach ministry.
posted 1/09/2009

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Are We Prepared to Safely Reach Out?
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1
Have we considered the potential liabilities involved with our outreach ministries and planned accordingly?

2
Have we inquired with an insurance representative and acquired sufficient coverage?

3
Do we have a volunteer screening program in place and have we set a minimum 6 month membership time requirement before a member can become a volunteer?

4
Do we know our state's requirements for ministry drivers?

5
If our ministry involves transportation, do we have an adequate pool of licensed drivers, a well-maintained vehicle, and the proper insurance?

6
When driving several vehicles to a destination, do we provide the tools for drivers to stay in communication and on track if they lose sight of the group or require an emergency stop?

7
Are our ministry drivers properly insured?

8
Are our vehicles maintained and checked regularly for problems?

9
Do we prepare for each trip by learning about the destination area, mapping out our trip, and leaving an itinerary with a contact back at the church?

10
When walking to our ministry destination, do we choose busy, well-lighted streets; avoid isolated areas, alleys, vacant lots, abandoned buildings, and construction sites?

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