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Insurance and Liability

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This guide outlines insurance and liability considerations when involving volunteers.

Key insurance considerations

The resource explains common types of insurance relevant to volunteer programs and organisational responsibilities.

Topics covered

  • Public and personal accident insurance
  • Duty of care and organisational liability
  • Understanding coverage limits and exclusions

Using this resource

Organisations can use this guide to review insurance arrangements and ensure volunteers are adequately protected.

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Volunteering Victoria is the state peak body for volunteering, focusing on advocacy, sector development and the promotion of volunteering.

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