Volunteer

At Expedition Reptile LLC, we have strict a strict safety policy in place for the protection of our audience members and our reptiles. As a volunteer we ask that you read and adhere to the following safety rules at all times while working with us.

Reptile Safety Rules

When handling reptiles during the show please remember these very important rules of engagement to keep everyone safe.

• When holding a reptile, NEVER approach anyone who is afraid or does not want to get too close. (always ask before approaching anyone and do not pressure them)
• NEVER present a snake head-first to any audience member. ALWAYS present a snake or reptile tail first and keep the head closest to you.
• When presenting a reptile to the audience to allow them to see or touch ALWAYS make sure you are in complete control of the head (for a snake). You must ALWAYS know where the head is at ALL times.
• NEVER approach any audience member who is afraid and / or not ready to engage.
• ALWAYS make sure that anyone who wants to hold or touch a reptile, sanitize their hands first so that the reptiles do not get sick, and make sure that your hands are also sanitized as well.
• Never give anyone a reptile to hold unless you are sure they are confident, always leave a hand under the reptile until you are confident that they are comfortable, so that they do not drop the reptile.
• IF you happen to get bit by anything, do not panic or make a scene, (the audience will become afraid) simply come to me and I will address it professionally. (don’t worry, this is extremely rare)
• If you notice that a snake’s neck and head “S” up into what looks like a striking position, (or if they strike out or become stressed out) return to the main table to let me know.
• NEVER give anyone a snake to hold and then walk away. Make sure they stay close to you at all times.
• You MUST keep track of all reptiles that you are in charge of at ALL times.
• NEVER allow anyone to hand off a reptile to anyone else other than the Expedition Reptile performer or assistant.
• If anyone asks “Will it bite?” The answer is: “Anything with a mouth can bite, but these reptiles were all born and raised in captivity and are very well behaved.”
• If anyone asks “Is it poisonous?” The answer is: “The correct term is venomous, and no we do not have venomous reptiles”.
• ALWAYS smile, be polite and friendly, no matter what.
• MOST IMPORTANT ONE …. HAVE FUN!!!