Volunteer Cat Trapper Application
I am over 18 Years old
We cannot accept volunteers under 18 for liability reasons so if you are not 18 or over please do not continue.
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I have transport and can reasonably reach trapping locations across South Yorkshire
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We look after a few colonies all around South Yorks and surrounding areas. You can discuss where you can help with once we know your location better.
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My car insurance covers use for voluntary/charity purposes.
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Standard personal car insurance doesn't always cover. check with your insurance and add on if necessary.
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I can commit to feeding on the agreed schedule.
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It can often be very flexible, but when it has to be done, it has to be done but you can also arrange to swap with someone else if possible.
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Firstname
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Lastname
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Addres line 1
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City
Post Code
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phone no
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Email
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Do you have any experience with ferals or community cats?
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Trapping involves long, often solo waits in all weathers, carrying equipment over rough or uneven ground, staying calm, quiet and sometimes hidden for extended periods, and adapting when things don't go to plan (e.g. a cat won't approach, or the weather turns).
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Please tell us about your experience with trapping or handling cats
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Explain what trapping you have already done - have you used a cctv camera or had to trap missing mum and kittens? Do you know how to do that? We can show you but good to know if you have existing skills.
Do you understand and agree to the core safety practice for trapping?
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Trapped cats must never be left unattended in unsafe conditions — traps need checking roughly every 30 minutes if you step away. You'll also need to transport a trapped cat safely to the next location (usually a vet). We always try to trap in buddies so your not working alone. You need to make sure you are safe at all times so you may be able to find a buddy to go with your too?
Are you physically able to carry food, traps or cats over rough, uneven or uncertain terrain and working in all weathers outdoors?
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Are you able to store a trap/traps for the colony at home? (Not essential, but helpful if you can)
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Emergency contact name & number
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As this work is outside, its good to have another contact if we need one.
Are you currently subject to a disqualification order under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 (or equivalent)
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We ask this to help safeguard the cats and people involved in fostering. Your answers are kept confidential, seen only by SAS admin team and used solely to assess fostering suitability. A "yes" to the disqualification question means we're unable to place cats with you; You do not need to disclose spent convictions — see the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 if you're unsure whether yours is spent.
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Do you have any unspent convictions relating to animal welfare or cruelty?
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We ask this to help safeguard the cats and people involved in fostering. Your answers are kept confidential, seen only by [name the people/role], and used solely to assess fostering suitability. a "yes" to the conviction question will be discussed with you directly. You do not need to disclose spent convictions — see the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 if you're unsure whether yours is spent.
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