Support Members
Everyone who joins the club enters as a Support Member which is someone who simply wants to support the club but who, for any number of reasons, is not on the operational call out list. Initially this could be because they have not passed the assessment that is required before a member can drive on behalf of 4X4 Response. Others may only want to join for the social side of the club or to carry out a support function e.g. on the committee.
In order to join and remain as a Support Member all you have to do is complete the application form and pay the annual registration fee. As the key aim of the club is to provide voluntary service to the community there is no difference in Registration fee for the two classes of membership and the fees are kept as low as possible. Support Members can choose to be more actively involved in call outs, for example by crewing Operational Members' vehicles.
As a Support Member you will receive vehicle stickers and be able to participate in all clubs events.
Operational Members
Obviously the key aim of the club is to bring together like-minded people who want to use their vehicles to support the community in times of need. In order to present a semi-professional service and because of health & safety requirements all Drivers who use their vehicles for the group must pass a basic assessment of their driving skills (off-road), their ability to navigate (you can’t help if you can’t get there) and their equipment and vehicles (there is a basic minimum level of kit and spec' for the vehicle).
Once you have passed the assessment you can then be added to the Operational Call Out List. You will receive a Hi-visibility waistcoat with reflective 4X4 Response badges, an ID Card which must be carried on all 4X4 Response activities and call-outs and a members handbook.
In order to remain on the Operational Call Out List, you will need to continue to meet the following requirements:
- You must attend at least one club event, exercise or call out each year
- You must have a 4X4 vehicle and
- Your vehicle must be road legal and insured for voluntary work use (check with your insurer)
With thanks to http://www.norfolk4x4response.org.uk