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Worksite Info

Worksite Info

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County. We hope that you find this to be a rewarding, team-building experience and receive a feeling of accomplishment from seeing the results of your work. You will work alongside our homeowners as they strive to make changes in their own lives, as well as helping to change the lives of others from all walks of life.

The detailed worksite info (PDF: 157K) described below is also available for download.

How many people can I bring to the site?
We need to know in advance how big of a group you would like to bring so we can schedule accordingly. Too few people results in an unfinished project. Too many people means volunteers end up standing around. ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST SCHEDULE THE DAY THEY WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER IN ADVANCE, GROUPS AND INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEERS. Email or call 734-243-2048 to schedule your size group for the most appropriate days and jobs.

What do I need to bring?

Bring a Smile and Energy to work!

If you have tools and a tool belt that you prefer to use feel free to bring them. Make sure you label your tools. Tools do get misplaced, please be aware of that when you bring your own tools.

If you are working outside, don't forget your sunscreen!

Water will be provided on site, if possible please bring a refillable water bottle with you to use for the day.

What do I wear?

We encourage everyone to wear work attire appropriate for the scheduled activity.

If you will be working outside dress in layers.

Please wear hard-soled shoes, no sandals or flip flops.

Do not wear tank tops or shorts that reach well above the knee.

What should I expect when I get there?

Plan on arriving promptly at your scheduled time.

Report to the Registration Area each day to sign in and complete the Waiver

You will receive the day's instructions and house assignments.
When you arrive at the job site, please introduce yourself! Volunteers are the backbone of Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County.  You, as the volunteer, help Habitat for Humanity fulfill its goals and mission of eliminating substandard housing one family at a time. This is also a good time to get to know the other volunteers and the homeowners that will be working with you.

Who is responsible if someone gets hurt on the worksite?

Each volunteer signs a Waiver every morning they work agreeing to take personal responsibility for any accidents or injuries while on the job.

Each individual's insurance plan should cover the individual while engaged in volunteer work; however, this should be verified ahead of time before signing the Waiver.

Health and Personal Safety

Please work safely at all times!  Keep the worksite clean and be aware of those around you.

First aid supplies will be available onsite, EMS will be called for any serious injuries.

Don't forget your safety glasses and hard hats, especially when someone is working above your head!

Please leave valuables at home as there will be no place to secure wallets, purses, etc.

Take Care of Yourself During Construction

On hot days, move slowly and remember to take occasional breaks

Drink lots of fluids, water will be provided on site for you. (Please bring a refillable water bottle to use.)

Wear adequate SPF sunscreen and remember to reapply as required

If you feel dizzy, get a headache, or stop perspiring, stop work at once! Inform the house leader, get into the shade, and slowly drink water

Remember your prescription medicine

How old do I have to be to volunteer?

Youth under age 16 are not allowed to be on a work site while there is any type of construction in progress. Youth under the age of 16 are permitted to participate in landscaping days.

Individuals younger than 18 are not permitted to use power tools, work at heights above 6 feet or participate in demolition/excavation work.

Volunteers under the age of 18 MUST have parent/guardians written concent, they must sign a waiver allowing the volunteer to participate.

If you are unable to keep your commitment to participate, please call the office at 734-243-2048, fax 734-240-5770 or [ e-mail ]   as soon as possible, to make alternate arrangements to work schedules. We are expecting and counting on you being there on the day/s you signed up for.