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1. PLEASE BE ON TIME!

The workday is from 9am to 4pm. Please be on site at 9am, so that you may receive the full orientation of the projects that will be worked on during the day.

2. PLEASE REMAIN ON SITE FOR THE ENTIRE WORKDAY!

In order to maximize workday productivity we ask that you do not leave in the middle of tasks. If you need to leave early please let the site supervisor know at the beginning of the day.

3. LIKE THE POST OFFICE, HABITAT WORKS RAIN, SHINE, SNOW OR SLEET!

Workdays are only cancelled during blizzards! Outside work would be stopped during the day in the event of a heavy downpour or lightning in the area.

4. WHAT TO WEAR?

For your own safety please wear work boots or sturdy sneakers and no sandals! Dress in clothes that you won't mind getting dirty, stained or torn. We suggest you dress in layers during the colder months.

5. BRING YOUR OWN TOOLS.

Please bring a hammer, tape measure, utility knife or nail apron, if at all possible. Any tools can be helpful on a work site. At the very least bring a pencil; you'll be surprised at how useful it will be. If you do bring tools be sure to carefully label them with your name and organization.

6. BRING A BAG LUNCH.

That is unless you are fortunate enough to have lunch provided by your group. If you need to go out for lunch, fast food is often, but not always, nearby a work site. Most lunch breaks last 30-45 minutes.

7. YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE SKILLED!

Habitat relies on volunteer workers of all skill levels. Even if you have never done construction work, your contribution is needed. You'll definitely learn something and you may discover some hidden talents you never thought you possessed.

8. NOTIFY YOUR SUPERVISOR OF ANY PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITIONS.

Whether you have a bad back, a heart condition or are allergic to bee stings, any information provided to your supervisor will help guarantee your safety throughout the workday.

9. YOUTH UNDER THE AGE OF 13 CANNOT WORK ON A HABITAT SITE.

Youth ages 13-15 are required to have one-on-one supervision. Youth ages 16-17 are required to have one adult supervisor directly overseeing every four youth workers. 18 year olds do not need to be supervised but they cannot act as supervisors for younger teenagers.

10. HAVE FUN!