Managing Risk
Trent University is committed to conducting all Trent sanctioned activities, both on and off campus, as safely as possible recognizing that there is inherent risk in some activities that cannot be completely prevented.
Trent requires students and external groups who wish to conduct activities that are not for academic credit to complete a Risk Management Plan Form that explains the risks that they are voluntarily undertaking. The forms include a waiver provision. In exchange for being allowed to participate in the activity, and in full knowledge of the potential risks, the participants agree not to initiate civil action against Trent for injuries or losses sustained during that activity.
In addition, waivers for external groups indemnify Trent, meaning that they cannot access our insurance coverage. Accordingly, external groups are required to show proof that they have sufficient liability insurance coverage in place that names Trent University as an additional insured for the duration of the on-campus activity.