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#'''Be aware of your surroundings:''' Always be aware of your surroundings and the parade route. Pay attention to where the parade is coming from and where it's going. Always stay alert and keep an eye out for potential hazards. If you notice something that could be dangerous, notify the Volunteer Coordination Center immediately. | #'''Be aware of your surroundings:''' Always be aware of your surroundings and the parade route. Pay attention to where the parade is coming from and where it's going. Always stay alert and keep an eye out for potential hazards. If you notice something that could be dangerous, notify the Volunteer Coordination Center immediately. | ||
#'''Know emergency procedures:''' Be familiar with the emergency procedures in case of an accident or an emergency situation. Know who to contact and what to do in such situations. | #'''Know emergency procedures:''' Be familiar with the emergency procedures in case of an accident or an emergency situation. Know who to contact and what to do in such situations. | ||
#'''Communicate with the public:''' If | #'''Communicate with the public:''' If a vehicle is trying to cross the barricade, communicate with them and explain the reason for the barricade. Be firm but polite, and ensure that people understand the importance of not driving through the barricade. Remember that you should not physically try to stop anyone from going through a barricade. | ||
#'''Be aware of your stuff:''' If you bring personal belongings, be thoughtful about where you place them and that you're in a distracting environment. If you've never seen [https://youtu.be/-BtRMxBYaqs?t=65 "Oliver!"] you might not know that streets abound with scruffy but charming musical urchins who will relieve you of your stuff if you look like an easy mark. Do not bring any valuable items with you. | #'''Be aware of your stuff:''' If you bring personal belongings, be thoughtful about where you place them and that you're in a distracting environment. If you've never seen [https://youtu.be/-BtRMxBYaqs?t=65 "Oliver!"] you might not know that streets abound with scruffy but charming musical urchins who will relieve you of your stuff if you look like an easy mark. Do not bring any valuable items with you. | ||
#'''If you need to use the restroom (or just need a break):''' If you are at a post alone, contact the VCC and request a runner to fill in at post while you're gone. If you have a partner, it's OK to leave post as long as your partner is remaining. | #'''If you need to use the restroom (or just need a break):''' If you are at a post alone, contact the VCC and request a runner to fill in at post while you're gone. If you have a partner, it's OK to leave post as long as your partner is remaining. | ||