The safety and well-being of every child, volunteer, staff member, and guest is our highest priority at the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington. Thingamajig® is a large-scale family event that welcomes hundreds of young inventors, families, community partners, and volunteers for a day of hands-on S.T.E.A.M. exploration. As a Thingamajig volunteer, you agree to the following safety expectations: Always wear your volunteer badge and event t-shirt while on duty. Report to Volunteer Check-In before beginning your assignment and remain in your assigned area unless directed by a YMCA staff member. Children must remain with their parent, guardian, camp counselor, or designated YMCA staff. Volunteers should never be alone with a child or escort a child without staff approval. Immediately report any safety concerns, injuries, lost children, suspicious behavior, or emergencies to the nearest YMCA staff member or event supervisor. Maintain clear walkways and activity spaces to help prevent slips, trips, and falls. Use caution when assisting with activity stations or demonstrations involving tools or materials, and follow all instructions provided by YMCA staff. Help create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for every participant, regardless of age, ability, background, or experience. Volunteers may not administer first aid beyond their level of training. Notify YMCA staff immediately if medical assistance is needed. For the privacy and protection of all participants, do not take photos or videos of children using personal devices or post event content featuring children on social media unless specifically authorized by the YMCA. Volunteers should maintain professional boundaries at all times. Do not exchange personal contact information with children, connect with them on social media, or communicate with them outside of YMCA-approved channels. Follow all instructions from YMCA staff, emergency personnel, and venue staff throughout the event. Remember: If you see something, hear something, or feel something isn't right—say something. Prompt reporting helps us ensure a safe, fun, and successful experience for every child and family attending Thingamajig. Thank you for helping us inspire creativity while keeping safety at the center of everything we do.