Chatham Ringette Association will provide every safeguard for the health and welfare of each participant and staff member but will not be held responsible for injury, sickness and/or accidents. In the event of an emergency and/or special medical treatment, parents or their designates will be notified immediately. If the parents/designates cannot be reached, permission is hereby granted to Chatham Ringette Association to take whatever steps deemed necessary to ensure the safety and health of participants and staff members.