Independent Disability Support Worker

Terms of Service

These Terms of Service (Terms) govern your use of adamgersbach.com ('website') and form a binding contractual agreement between you, the user of the 'website' and us, Adam Gersbach.

If you continue to browse and use this 'website' you acknowledge and agree that you have had sufficient chance to read and understand the Terms and you agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree to the Terms, please do not use the 'website'.

1. Information
The information contained in this 'website' is for general information purposes only. While we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we can make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the 'website' for any purpose.

2. Licence to use 'website'
2.1. We grant you a non-exclusive, worldwide, non-transferable license to use the 'website' in accordance with these Terms.

2.2. You may access and use the 'website' in the normal manner and may also print copies of any page within the 'website' for your own personal, non-commercial use. You may copy extracts only to individual third parties for their personal use, but only if you acknowledge the 'website' as the source of the material. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents in any form is prohibited unless expressly allowed by these Terms.

2.3. You may not, except with our express written permission, distribute or commercially exploit the content of this 'website'. You may not transmit it or store it on any other hosting platform or other form of electronic retrieval system.

2.4. The 'website' may contain links to other websites as well as content added by people other than us. We have no control over the nature, content and availability of those websites or external content. We do not endorse, recommend, sponsor or approve any such user generated content, the views expressed within that content and any content available on any linked website.

2.5. You acknowledge and agree that: a). We retain complete editorial control over the 'website' and may alter, amend or cease the operation of the 'website' at any time in our sole discretion; and b). The 'website' will not operate on a continuous basis, and may be unavailable from time to time (including for maintenance purposes).

3. Intellectual property rights
3.1. Nothing in these Terms constitute a transfer of any intellectual property rights. You acknowledge and agree that, as between you and us, we own all intellectual property rights within the 'website'.

3.2. Our 'website' contains material which is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by international laws, including but not limited to the trademarks, trade names, software, content, design, images, graphics, layout, appearance, layout and look of our 'website'. We own the copyright that subsists in all creative and literary works displayed on the 'website'.

4. Warranties
4.1. You represent and warrant to us that you have had sufficient opportunity to access and comply with these Terms and that you have the legal capacity to enter these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms please do not use this 'website'.

5. Liability
5.1. To the full extent permitted by law, we exclude all liability for any loss, damage, costs or expense, whether direct, indirect, incidental, special /or consequential including loss of profits or data, suffered by you or any third party, or claims made against you or any third party which result from any use or access of, or any inability to use or access the 'website'.

5.2. To the full extent permitted by law, we exclude all representations, warranties, guarantees or terms (whether express or implied) other than those expressly set out in these Terms.

5.3. These Terms are to be read subject to any legislation which prohibits or restricts the exclusion, restriction or modification of any implied warranties, conditions, guarantees or obligations.

6. Commitment to Child Safety
6.1. I, Adam Gersbach, am unequivocally committed to the safety, participation, and empowerment of all children and young people. The welfare and best interests of children are a primary consideration in all our operations, policies, and procedures.

6.2. I adhere to a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, neglect, and harm in any form. I am committed to building and maintaining a child-safe culture and environment where all children feel respected, valued, and safe.

6.3. I am committed to maintaining the highest level of respect and professional boundaries with every child and young person. Physical contact is used only when essential to safely and effectively provide support, such as physical guidance in physiotherapy, safety in water-based activities, or grounding during emotional distress.

Procedure for Necessary Contact:
6.3.1. I will always prioritize verbal consent and clear communication.

6.3.2. The child or young person will be informed precisely how and why contact is required before it occurs.

6.3.3. Contact will be performed in a respectful manner, and immediately ended when the necessary support is complete.

6.3.4. Any physical contact that extends beyond the required, professional provision of support is unacceptable.

7. Principles of Commitment to Child Safety
To uphold our commitment, I, Adam Gersbach, commit to the following principles:

7.1. Zero Tolerance: All allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and legal obligations.

7.2. Safety and Wellbeing: We are committed to identifying, assessing, and reducing risks of harm to children in both our physical and online environments.

7.3. Legal and Ethical Obligations: We comply with all relevant child safety and protection laws and mandatory reporting obligations in the jurisdictions where we operate. We have a legal and moral obligation to report concerns about a child's safety to the appropriate authorities.

7.4. Inclusivity: We respect and promote the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the safety and inclusion of children with a disability.

7.5. Voice of the Child: We encourage and respect children’s rights to be heard and actively involve them in decisions that affect their safety and participation in our services.

8. User Responsibility For Parents/Guardians
By using our service, you agree to:
8.1. Ensure that any child under the age of 18 using our service does so with your explicit knowledge and supervision.

8.2. Monitor and supervise the child's activities, communications, and interactions within the service environment.

8.3. Immediately report any concerning or inappropriate behaviour toward a child, whether by staff, contractors, or other clients, to myself, Adam Gersbach, via the contact form: https://adamgersbach.com/contact.html.

9. Child Safety Reporting Concerns
9.1. If you have a concern or observation about a child’s safety related to myself, Adam Gersbach, or if you believe there has been a breach of this commitment, you must report it immediately via the contact form: https://adamgersbach.com/contact.html.

9.2. . For immediate danger or risk of abuse, contact emergency services (e.g., 000 in Australia, 911 in the US) in your local jurisdiction.

10. Indemnity
10.1. You may only use this 'website' if you agree to indemnify and hold Us (and our employees and agents) harmless from and against all claims, actions, suits, demands, damages, liabilities, costs or expenses (including legal costs and expenses on a full indemnity basis), including in tort, contract or negligence, arising out of, or connected to your use of this 'website'.

10.2. These Terms, and any rights and licenses granted hereunder, may not be transferred or assigned by you, but may be assigned by us without restriction.

11. Changes
11.1. This information and Terms may be amended without notice from time to time at our sole discretion. Your use of the 'website' following the amendments indicates that you accept the amendments. You should check these Terms from time to time to review any changes.

12. Breach of these terms
12.1. You may only use this 'website' for a lawful purpose and in a manner consistent with the provisions set out in these Terms. You must not use this 'website' if you think the exclusions and limitations of liability set out in these Terms are unreasonable.

13. Competitors
13.1. Competitors are prohibited from using the content or information on our 'website' without consent for the purpose of competing with our business. If you breach this provision, we will hold you responsible for any loss that we may sustain, and hold you accountable for any profits that you may make from the prohibited use. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion to exclude any person from using our 'website'.

14. Disputes
14.1. By accepting these Terms you agree to use your best endeavors to use negotiation and mediation to resolve disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms. Please notify us in writing of any dispute you may have.

15. Termination
15.1. These Terms terminate automatically if, for any reason, we cease to operate the 'website'.

Last updated: 11th day of October, 2025


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