Parade Guides at Barricades: Difference between revisions
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=== Post procedures === | === Post procedures === | ||
As a general rule, Parade Guides are to remain at their posts unless otherwise directed by Coordination Center. If you need to leave your post (e.g. for a bathroom break), contact the Coordination Center to request a runner to take over for you while you are gone. | As a general rule, Parade Guides are to remain at their posts unless otherwise directed by Coordination Center. If you need to leave your post (e.g. for a bathroom break), contact the Coordination Center to request a runner to take over for you while you are gone. | ||
#'''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. | ||
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* At all times possible, try not to simply tell the driver they're in the wrong place and need to turn around...that could spark a confrontation. Instead, talk with the driver about where they need to go and help them with directions to get there. Your Operations Plan will come with a QR code that the driver can scan and will bring up a map on a smartphone of the surrounding area. | * At all times possible, try not to simply tell the driver they're in the wrong place and need to turn around...that could spark a confrontation. Instead, talk with the driver about where they need to go and help them with directions to get there. Your Operations Plan will come with a QR code that the driver can scan and will bring up a map on a smartphone of the surrounding area. | ||
* As they leave your post, stand well away from the moving vehicle and stay aware of how/where it's moving until it has left your post. | * As they leave your post, stand well away from the moving vehicle and stay aware of how/where it's moving until it has left your post. | ||
* If a driver threatens you or you feel threatened, your job here is through. End engagement, stand back and contact the Volunteer Coordination Center for support. | |||
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