Edinburgh Lourdes
Volunteering - Suitability
Generally, helpers should be reasonably fit and in good health in order to cope with the demands of being a volunteer helper on pilgrimage.
In addition, the organising committee has a responsibility to ensure that all helpers are suitable. The assessment of this suitability generally consists of the following components:
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Volunteers apply to be helpers by completing an application form |
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References are taken up |
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A church declaration is completed |
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Volunteers are required to become a member of the PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Scheme. This involves completion of a form and provision of documents to verify identity |
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Training is undertaken |
Whilst this all seems quite daunting, the procedures are designed to provide a safe environment for all pilgrims. In reality, the committees are used to administering these procedures and normally can get them completed very quickly.
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