Community support

Legal considerations for the volunteer sector

The legal rights and obligations of volunteers and organisations that involve volunteers come from a range of legislation.


	Volunteer protection Protecting your volunteers is a key consideration for responsible organisations.


	Volunteering with young people Young people can make a valuable contribution to your organisation as volunteers.


	Volunteering with the aged Many people choose to volunteer and assist the elderly in our communities.


	Police checks Organisations may need to organise police checks for some volunteer positions.


	Protection for sporting groups There is specific legislation relating to the protection of sporting groups.


	Food safety Food safety legislation impacts on a wide range of organisations providing food either for their members or customers.


	Privacy in volunteering The privacy of personal information relating to anyone involved in your organisation is an important consideration.


	Occupational Health Safety and Welfare All South Australian organisations with paid staff or volunteers have responsibilities in relation to occupational health, safety and welfare.


	Organisational structures Not-for-profit organisations Unincorporated associations Co-operatives Incorporated associations Foundations Incorporated Aboriginal associations Charities Trusts Companies limited by guarantee


	Equal opportunity Equal opportunity is an individual's right to be treated fairly in public life regardless of personal characteristics.


	Collections for charitable purposes Organisations are often keen to raise funds on behalf of the community to benefit specific groups.


	Legal advice for the volunteer sector The Legal Services Commission of South Australia offers a range of avenues to seek legal advice.

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