Policies and Risk Management

Waivers

Each RSO is accountable for the conduct, safety, and general welfare of its members and their guests whenever they represent the organization or are participating in organizational activities.

If an event involves increased potential risk of harm for its participants, RSOs are encouraged to have waivers available for participants to sign. A waiver explains the potential risks and indicates voluntary participation. This does not release RSO's of liability; however it makes participants more aware of the risks associated.

Despite using a waiver, RSOs should still proactively plan for all possible risks, utilizing other methods to ensure safety. A waiver should not be the only form of risk management conducted by your organization.

A standard ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY form has been developed for use by student organizations.

If you have any questions regarding the use of this form, please contact the Office of Student Involvement at (317) 247-3931.

• What is Risk Management?
• Event Planning
• Liability of Student Organizations
• Recruitment/Hazing
• Medical/Health Insurance
• Travel
• Waivers
• Contracts
• Targeted Audience
• University Food Policy
• Alcohol On/Off Campus
• Resources

As a student organization leader, OSI hopes that you care about the well-being and safety of your members and event participants. The OSI staff encourages you to visit rso.iupui.edu for more resources on risk management, ask any questions you may have, and attend our SOLD workshops to learn about effective ways to practice risk management.

If you would like to meet with an OSI staff member for event planning and risk management assistance or consultation, please feel free to email us at osi@iupui.edu or stop by Campus Center 370.