Compensation Act 2006: Primary legislation governing liability and compensation in relation to voluntary activities, providing certain protections for volunteers and organizations
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Establishes health and safety requirements when volunteers work alongside employees, setting standards for workplace safety
Occupiers Liability Acts 1957 and 1984: Defines the duty of care owed to visitors (including volunteers) and trespassers on premises
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Sets limitations on exclusion clauses in agreements, restricting what liability can be excluded or limited
Consumer Rights Act 2015: May be relevant depending on context, particularly regarding fairness of terms and transparency
Duty of Care Principles: Common law principles establishing the standard of care owed to volunteers and the basis for negligence claims
Vicarious Liability: Common law principle determining when an organization might be held liable for actions of their volunteers
Volenti non fit injuria: Common law doctrine regarding voluntary assumption of risk, relevant to volunteer activities
Charity Commission Guidance: Regulatory guidance on proper management of volunteer relationships and agreements
Insurance Requirements: Legal and practical requirements for insurance coverage for volunteer activities
Employee vs Volunteer Distinction: Legal framework distinguishing volunteer status from employment relationships
Liability Exclusion Limitations: Legal restrictions preventing exclusion of liability for death, personal injury due to negligence, and fraudulent misrepresentation
