Schedule A Ride-Along
Observer Program / "Ride-Along"
Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical’s Observer Program was created to acquaint the citizens of the fire district with a better understanding of the job of a firefighter. An effective ride-along program can serve to enhance public relations as well as encourage individuals pursuing a career in the fire service or interested in what an average shift looks like for a firefighter.
In order to participate in our Observer Program, you must be 18 years of age or older. You must obtain permission from the company officer, who will be overseeing you during your ride-along. Once you are granted permission from the on-duty Battalion Chief, you must fill out and sign a "Waiver of Liability" and provide a photo ID.
Observers are to be dressed in a manner that will not be detrimental to the image of Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical; any dress or clothing deemed inappropriate by the crew or company officer will not be allowed. Company officers are responsible for all individuals at, in, and/or around department property and reserve the right to terminate an observer's ride-along if the "rider's behavior or clothing" is deemed inappropriate. Safety is our number one priority for everyone within Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical. Therefore, shorts, open-toed shoes, or other apparel considered to constitute a safety hazard will not be permitted.
Among the points to remember during your ride along:
- A company officer may refuse to authorize an observer on his or her duty day.
- It is imperative for the observer to follow all directions and commands of the company officer or crew.
- A typical ride along will be scheduled from 0800-1200 unless approved by company officer.
- Observers are not allowed to be involved in operations.
Contact the Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical at ridealong@dmfd.org
DAISY MOUNTAIN FIRE DISTRICT CITIZEN OBSERVER PROGRAM (RIDE-ALONG)
PARTICIPANT LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM
BY SIGNING THIS LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM, UNDERSIGNED UNDERSTANDS, ACKNOWLEDGES, AND AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
1. Participant (and/or my minor child) desires to participate in the Daisy Mountain Fire District Citizen Observer (Ride-Along) Program (the “Program”). Participation in the Program includes, without limitation, responding in Fire District vehicles and observing the Fire District operating at emergency and non-emergency scenes and incidents (such as fire, medical, and service calls) which may occur on and away from Fire District property and facilities.
2. In exchange for being permitted to participate in the Program, Participant (for myself and on behalf of any minor child) agrees to sign this Liability Waiver and Release Form (the “Release”). I (and on behalf of any minor child) agree to waive, release, hold harmless, indemnify, and forever discharge the Daisy Mountain Fire District, its officers, Fire Board, employees, agents, and volunteers (collectively “the District”) from any and all liability, claims, and causes of action against the District relating to any injuries, death, or damages I receive or incur of any kind caused, or alleged to be caused, in whole, or in part, by the negligence, acts, or omissions of the District.
3. I understand and acknowledge that by participating in the Program, there are known and unknown risks and dangers which may cause personal injury, death, or property damage arising from, or related my/our participation. These risks include, but are not limited to, injury, illness, or death from vehicle or other accidents, residential, industrial or wildland or brush fires, exposures to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and allergies to food or food related products.
4. I understand and agree that by signing this Release, I (and on behalf of my minor child) agree not to file any legal or other actions or make any claims against the District for any injury or illness sustained by me or my minor child. I recognize that this means I will not and cannot recover any money, compensation, reimbursement, or damages from the District from my/our participation in the Citizen Observer Program.
5. When participating in the Program, I understand and agree that I (and/or my minor child) will be observing only and will NOT be otherwise participating in any emergency or non- emergency incidents or calls.
6. I understand and agree that I knowingly and voluntarily assume and accept any and all risks associated with my/our participation in the Program. I further represent that I (and my minor child) is/are physically capable of participating in the Program.
7. I agree to obey and follow all rules, instructions, orders, regulations, and commands given to me by District employees/crews. A District supervising employee may determine, in his/her sole discretion, to cancel or terminate the activity or my/our participation in the Program at any time for health, safety, or other reasons.
8. I agree to be appropriately attired during my participation in the Program. Unless otherwise advised, shorts, dresses, cut-offs, and open-toed shoes are not permitted. The undersigned agrees to act in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
9. During this activity, In the event I (or my minor child) become injured or ill, I hereby consent and authorize the District to administer any necessary emergency medical treatment and provide transportation to an appropriate medical facility for evaluation and treatment. I further agree that I will assume and pay, hold harmless, and indemnify the District from all liability, medical costs and expenses related to any such medical treatment and transport.
10. I further understand and agree that this Waiver and Release of Liability and all Claims is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by Arizona Law. If any provision or term contained in this Release is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder shall be enforceable and remain in full force and effect.
11. This Waiver and Release is binding upon all parties hereto and undersigned’s heirs, executors, administrators, personal representatives, agents, successors, and assigns.
I AGREE THAT I HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE MEANING OF THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY AND CLAIMS AGAINST THE DISTRICT AND THAT I HAVE VOLUNTARILY SIGNED BELOW.