1 the borneo orangutan SURVIVAL FOUNDATION
visitor guidelines, ethics & codes of conduct The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation Founded in 1991, BOSF has (BOSF) is an Indonesian non-profit organization continued to rescue and reha- based in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia, which is bilitate thousands of orang- dedicated to the conservation of the Bornean utans with the support of 420 2 orangutan and its habitat, in cooperation with highly devoted staff, as well as local communities, the Indonesian Ministry of experts in primatology, 3biodi- Forestry and international partner organizations. versity, ecology, forest rehabili- tation, agroforestry, commu- nity empowerment, education, and orangutan healthcare. For more information, visit: www.orangutan.or.id. contents
5 BOSF reintroduction program
6 general requirements
8 casual visitor
8 volunteer
9 filmmaker/media/journalist
10 independent writer/photographer
11 researcher
12 professional scientist
13 senior student
14 study visit
15 ethics & codes conducts
22 frequently asked questions
25 visitor application form & statement 4 5
BOSF reintroduction program
he vision of BOSF is the realization of Bornean Orangutan Conservation and its habitat with the community’s participation. The core of BOSF programs is ensuring orangutans’ rehabilitation and reintroduction, welfare, health Tand their habitat conservation. Medically, BOSF focuses on effective quarantine, careful disease screening and medical treatment to ensure orangutans are free of diseases, especially those that transfer easily between orangutans and humans (e.g. Hepatitis-B, TBC, HIV, etc).
The process of returning orangutans to their secure natural habitat (reintroduction), through rescue operations and confiscations, requires a long process of rehabilitation to restore their physical condition, health and natural behavior. The rehabilitation process generally requires at least 7 years to ensure they obtain the required forest competency and to be wild again.
They have to independently learn to socialize, search for natural foods and make nests and one of the most important criteria to be a wild orangutan is that they must realize that humans are not their friends and must be avoided. Thus orangutan socialization emphasizes orienting orangutans toward their own species and away from humans, so human contact beyond what is required for orangutans’ care and well-being is minimized and discouraged. Further, because of orangutans’ exceptional intelligence and long lifespan, visitors’ actions that seem like small personal indulgences or accidents can have long-term consequences for others who work with orangutans, and most importantly, for the orangutans themselves.
Therefore, BOSF rehabilitation centers – both in East Kalimantan and Central Kalimantan – are neither an ideal nor appropriate choice for casual visit or ecotourism. It is feared that the orangutans may display aggressive behavior and attack visitors. Visitors may also disturb the rehabilitation process and/or transmit diseases, which could affect the preparedness of orangutans to be released into the wild. 6 general requirements IMPORTANT 7
Requirements for visitors are based on BOSF regulations, the Indonesian Government regulations as well as international standards from IUCN (the International Union for Conservation of Nature). BOSF operations come under the Directorate of Forest Protection and Nature Conservation of the Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia. BOSF approval is necessary, but does not guarantee high-level government approvals/permits.
All visitors must complete and submit: 1. Visitor Application Form
Indonesian citizens / KITAS holders must also submit: 4 A copy of valid identification (KTP/passport/KITAS). 4 Copies of other required permits as described in these guidelines. visitor quarantine period
International visitors must also submit: 4 A copy of passport, valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. 4 A copy of visa, valid for the duration of the visit. Visitors from ASEAN member countries are exempt from 4Every visitor coming to the center from outside entry visa requirement. Please contact the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate in your country for more details. Indonesia must undergo a quarantine period of 10 4 One photograph 4x6 cm on RED background. 4 Police clearance letter (Surat Keterangan Jalan / SKJ). days within Kalimantan. During this period the visitor 4 Copies of other required permits as described in these guidelines. must have no contact with orangutans. You may visit 2. Visitor Statement Form the center during this time but must remain at least 10 3. Visitor Health Screen The following table lists the health tests required of visitors to BOSF. The results of these tests are valid for six meters from the orangutans at all times, and therefore months, and should be timed to be valid throughout the planned visit. will not be able to partake in certain activities (such as To protect the health of the animals in the center, it is necessary to reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone whose health screen check results are incomplete or suggest that they could pass on an infection full tours of the facilities and watching the orangutans to the orangutans. It is therefore recommended that the results of these tests be forwarded to BOSF in advance of your arrival. on the playground).
Infection Applicable to Tests required Visitors from non-TB-endemic coun- 4Visitors from other areas of Indonesia other than tries* who have been vaccinated with A copy of your vaccine record and a chest x-ray. BCG Kalimantan will have a 5-day quarantine period in Negative result of a Mantoux skin test or Quan- tiferon test, or a chest x-ray. Tuberculosis Visitors from non-TB-endemic coun- Kalimantan, again, you may visit the center during this (TB) tries* who are unvaccinated, or if vac- If the result of the Mantoux or Quantiferon test cine record cannot be found time but no contact with orangutans will be allowed. is positive or inconclusive, the results of a chest x-ray will also be required. Three sputum samples tested by acid-fast stain- Visitors from TB-endemic countries ing for mycobacteria AND results of chest x-ray. 4Even though you have passed the health screen and Hepatitis B All visitors Blood results for HBsAg and Anti-HBc. the quarantine period, direct access to the orangutans Hepatitis C All visitors Blood result for Anti-HCV. HIV All visitors Blood result for Anti-HIV. (touching, holding, etc) is not guaranteed on visiting Visitors who are from or have visited a Yellow Fever Evidence of Yellow Fever vaccination. Yellow Fever endemic country the center because the welfare of the orangutans must * Areas considered non-endemic for TB: Europe (members of CEE), North America, Australia, New Zealand. come first (see Ethics & Codes of Conduct). 8 filmmaker/ 9 media/journalist
Filmmaker/media/journalist must submit a project proposal to BOSF, which also can be forwarded electronically to BOSF Headquarters at this email address: casual visitor [email protected]. Or sent via post to: BOSF Programs and their forest sites are not open to casual visitors for reasons explained above. The CEO/Chairman Please be advised that there is a location fee of Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation US$1,100 per day. This is negotiable depending The Information Centers, however, both at Jalan Papandayan 10, Bogor 16151 on the merit and/or benefits obtainable from your Samboja Lestari Reintroduction Project, East Indonesia project. Kalimantan and Nyaru Menteng Reintroduction Project, Central Kalimantan are open to public IMPORTANT Expect to pay for all other services used (e.g., during normal office hours. Applicants must allow minimum 2 (two) months airfares, insurance, accommodation, laundry, proposal processing time. It is advisable not to make any fax, telephone, photocopy, laboratory space and Professional and official visits are possible but they commitments before receiving a formal Invitation Letter equipment, staff or administrative assistance, must be arranged formally in advance. from BOSF in Indonesia. transport).
Obtaining all necessary approvals and permits can be a 4. Formal Agreement with BOSF lengthy and somewhat unpredictable process. Please be A formal Agreement between BOSF and your advised that BOSF cannot guarantee that approvals will be institution must be included (see the Visitor obtained within a specific time frame. Statement Form). This Agreement must be signed by both parties (BOSF and your institution) BEFORE any volunteer Project proposal requirements are as follows: activity will be allowed to take place. 1. Cover Letter Submit a formal letter from your institution / media 5. Permit BOSF values the interest and support of all publisher / TV network / film company / production 4Indonesian Institution: potential volunteers who wish to contribute their company, which should include: =A permit from the Conservation and Natural time and specific expertise. 4Brief introduction of the project (e.g. project objectives, Resources Authority in the province where your qualifications, etc.); activity will be conducted. We currently only accept volunteers on an 4Must address the project’s compatibility with BOSF aims 4Foreign Institution: individual case-by-case basis for applicants and operations; =You must obtain a permit from The Directorate of who can commit to longer periods of time (3-6 4Brief explanation of project activities. Film of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the months minimum). Applicants should contact Republic of Indonesia. Permit application can be the BOSF Headquarters in Bogor via email: bos_ 2. Proposal made through the Indonesian Embassy or consular [email protected]. Each candidate Explain your activity plan in details, which should offices or other offices in your country designated will be subject to interview prior to acceptance. include: by the Government of Indonesia. We do not guarantee acceptance of all applicants. 4A formal proposal in BOSF format (see the Visitor =With the issuance of the above permit, you can Application Form); then apply for and secure local permits that you No cameras are allowed. All photography and 4Film scripts; need to conduct filming/coverage activities in recording/filming activities must be specially 4Curriculum Vitae of ALL crew members; BOSF sites, which are: permitted by BOSF Headquarters. Volunteers 4Enough details to allow BOSF Communication Bureau aA permit from the Conservation and Natural must also expect to pay all of their own expenses to assess the project’s merits, methods, feasibility, and Resources Authority in the province where your (e.g., airfares, insurance, accommodation, laundry, compatibility with BOSF project aims and operations. activity will be conducted. fax, telephone, photocopy, laboratory space and equipment, staff or administrative assistance, 3. Funds 6. Copyright local transport). Explain any costs associated with the proposed project Any copyrightable work(s) belong to both BOSF and and indicate how these costs will be covered. BOSF your institution; hence must be properly marked with a cannot assist with estimating costs. copyright notice as follows: BOSF /
Or sent via post to: Expect to pay for all other services used (e.g., airfares, All studies and research projects come under the jurisdiction of the Forestry Research insurance, accommodation, laundry, fax, telephone, Institute of the Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia and the Indonesian The CEO/Chairman photocopy, laboratory space and equipment, staff or Institute of Sciences (LIPI). Researches and studies require approvals and permits from Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation administrative assistance, transport). both institutions. Jalan Papandayan 10 Bogor 16151 4. Formal Agreement with BOSF Additionally, interested research and study applicants must submit a project proposal to Indonesia A formal Agreement between BOSF and your institution BOSF Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). must be included (see the Visitor Statement Form). This Project proposal requirements are as follows: Agreement must be signed by both parties (BOSF and Basic requirements: 1. Cover Letter your institution) BEFORE any activity will be allowed to 1. Level of study – minimum final year of S1/BA/BSc. Submit a formal letter from your institution / media take place. 2. Duration of Research – minimum 3 months for S1/BA/BSC; minimum 6 months for S2/ publisher / TV network / film company / production Master; and > 1 year for S3/PhD. company, which should include: 5. Permit 4Brief introduction of the project (e.g. project objectives, 4Indonesian citizen / KITAS holder: The completed application can be forwarded electronically to the Secretary of the SAB at qualifications, etc.); = A permit from the Conservation and Natural this email address: [email protected], 4Must address the project’s compatibility with BOSF Resources Authority in the province where your aims and operations; activity will be conducted. or sent via post to: 4Brief explanation of project activities. 4Foreign citizen: Dr. Anne Russon 2. Proposal =A permit from the Conservation and Natural Secretary of BOSF Scientific Advisory Board Explain your plan in details, which should include: Resources Authority in the province where your Psychology Department, Glendon College 4A formal proposal in BOSF format (see the Visitor activity will be conducted. 2275 Bayview Avenue, Toronto Application Form); Ontario M4N 3M6, Canada 4Film scripts; 4Curriculum Vitae of ALL crew members; 6. Copyright Eligible applicants may submit an informal “pre-proposal” for preliminary consideration; 4Enough details to allow BOSF Communication Bureau Any copyrightable work(s) belong to both BOSF and however, the official approval from SAB/BOSF will be granted only on the basis of a to assess the project’s merits, methods, feasibility, and your institution; hence must be properly marked with a formal proposal. If the SAB/BOSF approves the proposal, we will advise the applicant on compatibility with BOSF project aims and operations copyright notice as follows: BOSF /
IMPORTANT: 4Research applicants must allow minimum 6 (six) to 9 (nine) months proposal processing time. It is advisable not to make any commitments before receiving a formal Invitation Letter from BOSF in Indonesia.
4Non-citizens of Indonesia must also apply for a research permit from the State Ministry of Research and Technology. Without such permit, research activities by a foreigner is illegal. Please obtain details from: independent The Secretariat of Foreign Research The State Ministry of Research and Technology – Republic of Indonesia 2nd building of BPPT, 8th floor Jalan M.H. Thamrin 8, Jakarta 10340, Indonesia writer/ Ph: +62 (0) 21 3169293 Fax: +62 (0) 21 39836180 Email: [email protected] photographer www.ristek.go.id 12 13
senior student professional scientist (S2/MA/MSc;
1. Cover Letter The cover letter should include: 4Brief introduction of the applicant (e.g. reasons for interest, qualifications, relevant S3/PhD) experience). 1. Cover Letter 4The nature of the proposed project. The cover letter should include: 4Brief introduction of the applicant (e.g. reasons for 2. Proposal interest, qualifications, relevant experience). The proposal must address the project’s compatibility with BOSF aims and 4The nature of the proposed project. operations, and should include: 4A formal proposal. 2. Proposal 4Sufficient details to allow the SAB to assess the project’s scientific merits, methods, The proposal must address the project’s compatibility feasibility and compatibility with BOSF project aims and operations. with BOSF aims and operations, and should include: 4A formal proposal. 3. Ethics 4Sufficient details to allow the SAB to assess the project’s 5. Curriculum Vitae 4Include proof of Ethics Approval from your institution’s ethics review board. scientific merits, methods, feasibility and compatibility An up-to-date curriculum vitae of the applicant is 4Projects should conform to the International Primatological Society’s ethical standards with BOSF project aims and operations. required. for research on non-human primates and to CITES regulations on research related to endangered species. 3. Ethics 6. Funds 4For studies based on reintroduction projects, proposals should also address the special 4Include proof of Ethics Approval from your institution’s 4Provide proof of funds to conduct the study (BOSF circumstances of ex-captives under rehabilitation. ethics review board. cannot assist with estimating costs). 4Projects should conform to the International 4Indonesian regulations require foreign researchers 4. Samples Primatological Society’s ethical standards for research to fund an Indonesian counterpart researcher during 4For any required samples, include proof that required permits have been or are being on non-human primates and to CITES regulations on their study; counterpart costs should be calculated in obtained. research related to endangered species. budgeting (e.g. stipend, transportation, lodging, food, 4Please be informed that the only samples that can be exported are those which cannot 4For studies based on reintroduction projects, proposals research supplies). be processed by laboratories in Indonesia (required formal statement/permit from LIPI). should also address the special circumstances of ex- 4Expect to pay for all other services used (e.g., 4Botanical and other samples require LIPI, PHKA, SAT DN from local Conservation captives under rehabilitation. airfares, insurance, accommodation, laundry, Agency (BKSDA) and international permits. fax, telephone, photocopy, laboratory space and 4Orangutans are an endangered species, so samples including blood, tissue, hair and 4. Samples equipment, staff or administrative assistance, local bone require CITES permits. 4For any required sample, include proof that required transport). 4Proposals submitted without permits may be approved provisionally. Final approval permits have been or are being obtained. will not be granted until all permits have been obtained. 4Please be informed that the only samples that can 7. Letters of Recommendation be exported are those which cannot be processed by 42 (two) Letters of Recommendation must be submitted 5. Curriculum Vitae laboratories in Indonesia (required formal statement/ to support the proposal. One from the primary An up-to-date curriculum vitae of the applicant is required. permit from LIPI). supervisor of the applicant’s institution, and one from 4Botanical and other samples require LIPI, PHKA, SAT another professional familiar with the work. 6. Funds DN from local Conservation Agency (BKSDA) and 4Letters should comment on how well the referee 4Provide proof of funds to conduct the study (BOSF cannot assist with estimating costs). international permits. knows the student and the student’s work, the 4Indonesian regulations require foreign researchers to fund an Indonesian counterpart 4Orangutans are an endangered species, so samples student’s qualifications (academic, practical, personal, researcher during their study; counterpart costs should be calculated in budgeting (e.g. including blood, tissue, hair and bone require CITES previous field experience), and the merits of the stipend, transportation, lodging, food, research supplies). permits. project proposed. 4Expect to pay for all other services used (e.g., airfares, insurance, accommodation, 4Proposals submitted without permits may be approved 4The supervisor should explicitly state his/her laundry, fax, telephone, photocopy, laboratory space and equipment, staff or provisionally. Final approval will not be granted until all willingness to supervise the project through to administrative assistance, local transport). permits have been obtained. completion, including fieldwork. 14 15 study visit (final year of S1/BA/BSc)
1. Cover Letter The cover letter should include: 4Brief introduction of the applicant (e.g. reasons for interest, qualifications, relevant experience). 4The study activities the applicant wishes to undertake.
2. Study Proposal Explain your study plan. If your plan is for a research study, write a brief research proposal (2-3 pages in length), which should include: 4The aims of the study. 4Brief review of the literature. 4Specific hypothesis. 4Explanation on how the study is compatible with BOSF aims. 4Data collection methods. 4Expected results. 4Projected time frame. 4Projected completion date for the study.
3. Samples 4For any required sample, include proof that required permits have been or are being obtained. 4Please be informed that the only samples that can be exported are those which cannot be processed by laboratories in Indonesia (required formal statement/permit from LIPI). 4Botanical and other samples require LIPI, PHKA, SAT DN from local Conservation Agency (BKSDA) and international permits. 4Orangutans are an endangered species, so samples including blood, tissue, hair and bone require CITES permits. ethics and 4Proposals submitted without permits may be approved provisionally. Final approval will not be granted until all permits have been obtained.
4. Curriculum Vitae Please detail your course of study, your institution, your educational background, and any other codes of conduct expertise or experience that is relevant to your research work (maximum 2 pages).
5. Funds 4Explain any costs associated with the proposed project and indicate how these costs will be covered (BOSF cannot assist with estimating costs, but it may be able to assist with some costs depending on the project merit/benefit). 4Expect to pay for all other services used (e.g., airfares, insurance, accommodation, laundry, fax, telephone, photocopy, laboratory space and equipment, staff or administrative assistance, local transport).
6. Letters of Recommendation 42 (two) Letters of Recommendation must be submitted to support the proposal. One from the primary supervisor of the applicant’s institution, and one from another professional familiar with the work. 4Letters should comment on how well the referee knows the student and the student’s work, the student’s qualifications (academic, practical, personal, previous field experience), and the merits of the project proposed. 4The supervisor should explicitly state his/her willingness to supervise the project through to completion, including fieldwork. 16 17
The following codes of conduct derive from guiding principle: To Contribute to the For these reasons, visitors should behave as follows: Conservation of the Orangutans and Their Habitat. Visitors are expected to do likewise.
“Visitors” are defined as all persons on BOSF premises who are not employed by the Visitor Conduct around Orangutans Foundation. 1. ATTITUDE Visitors include, but are not limited to: Never use, exploit or portray orangutans in any manner that is demeaning or that encourages the 4Government officials perception that they are desirable pets, child-substitutes, half-humans or entertaining clowns. BOSF aims 4Researchers to promote the conservation and respect of orangutans in their natural environment and to counter their 4Other professionals image as domesticated half-cousins who are available to serve human emotions and amusement. 4Students 4Workshop/course participants 2. CONTACT 4Media (e.g., film crews, journalists, photographers, writers) For both medical and behavioral reasons, visitors should not seek contact or interaction with orangutans 4Invited guests and should not allow contact to occur. Visitor interaction with orangutans is sanctioned only for visitors 4Consultants with authorized projects, and then only for the type of contact/interaction necessary for their project. 4Overseas representatives/partners of BOSF 4Donors When visiting a wildlife center such as this, with very gregarious, mischievous and possibly aggressive, 4Any accompanying family or friends intelligent apes there are certain aspects of health that need to be addressed. Most of the orangutans are 4Zookeepers quite docile but some will bite and occasionally large adult orangutans escape their enclosures and these can bite severely and cause critical injuries. All visitors must understand that all BOSF programs are quarantine, research and conservation areas. Other than those who have obtain a permission to make contacts, other visitors must maintain a minimum 5-meter radius from the orangutans at all times and are always monitored by staff. However if Access is restricted to ALL BOSF sites and facilities, except the Information/Education staff are not available, access to the program will be limited to when staff can be made available. Center. None of these areas is open to casual visitors or tourists. Even BOSF employees need permissions to enter some of them. All visitors must understand that BOSF All visitors should voluntarily avoid orangutans during temporary illnesses such as cold sores, influenza, Orangutan Reintroduction Program is a rehabilitation center for orangutans to be etc. Even with full negative testing as set out in the Visitor Guidelines and a completed quarantine reintroduced to natural habitats, and that this means they cannot interfere in any way period, access to orangutan quarantine areas and isolation or sick orangutans is not permitted at any with the rehabilitation of orangutans. time. Visitors should also avoid contact with released rehabilitant orangutans in forests during the course of their work or forest treks. BOSF visitors are granted access to areas relevant to their visit, and ONLY those. Visitors who wish to visit other areas within the same program (e.g. forest schools, pre-release In all circumstances and at all time, behave so as to stay out of orangutans’ reach. If orangutans attempt islands, quarantine, Halfway House) must first obtain written permission from the to approach or make contact, immediately move away as far as needed to avoid contact. If orangutans respective Program Manager. Requests do not guarantee permission. Forest sites and persist, adopt a consistent “no interaction” response. These restrictions conform to recommendations by quarantine areas, for example, are normally accessible for professional purposes only. medical experts at the 2001 IUCN Orangutan Reintroduction and Protection Workshop. 18 19
General Visitor Conduct & Regulations
1. OFFICE HOURS Visitors should not interfere with employees’ work schedules. Staff normally works from 7 AM to 4 PM in the field offices and from 8 AM to 5 PM in 3. BEHAVIOR the Headquarters. Other than for staff on duty, In terms of behavior with orangutans, BOSF staffs are not models normal workdays are Monday to Friday. for visitor behavior. Jobs may require staff to handle or interact with orangutans. Visitors have different roles and should never do 2. LANGUAGE the same. The working language at BOSF is Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia). Long-term visitors should 4. FOOD AND OTHER POSSESSIONS acquire functional Indonesian communication Never offer or show orangutans food/drinks, or carry food/ skills, preferably before arrival. Some English is drinks in ways that facilitate orangutans seeing or stealing it. spoken. All visitors should have at least some Never eat food in front of an orangutan. Never leave any goods functional English skills. (e.g. backpack, camera, clothes, and tools) unguarded in places 10. SERVICES accessible to orangutans. BOSF refuse any responsibility for any 3. DRESS CODE Expect to pay for all services used (e.g. airfares, insurance, possessions that are missing during a visitor’s stay with BOSF. BOSF is a professional place of work in Indonesia, accommodation, laundry, fax, telephone/internet, computer, and visitors must dress accordingly. photocopy, laboratory space and equipment, staff or 5. DISTURBING administrative assistance, local transport). Report all services Never tease or harass orangutans. Immediately stop any activity Dress code in Indonesia is conservative, so and usage to appropriate BOSF staff and respective program that disturbs them (approaching too closely, flash photographs, revealing clothes like shorts, sleeveless and low- manager, and arrange for payment at the time of use or billed etc). It is not acceptable to try to alter an orangutan’s behavior (call cut tops, or casual western-style holiday wear are monthly. to get their attention, tempt them to move with food, etc.). inappropriate. Functional clothing is appropriate in practical or field conditions, but not normal in 11. DURATION OF STAY Visitors viewing orangutans should do so in small groups offices. Because Islam is Indonesia’s major religion, Permission to visit BOSF is granted for specific purposes, and accompanied by BOSF staff (maximum 4 visitors plus 1 staff), from women especially, should take care to dress for specific durations. Visits may be extended for legitimate a respectful distance. Keep noise to a minimum. modestly. While visiting the field or sites, visitors reasons, but only through a formal request and with formal must expect to wear long pants and long-sleeved approval from BOSF Headquarters in Bogor. Extending visits shirt to avoid possible dangers of the forest. longer than agreed may not always be possible.
4. SHOES 12. RESTRICTED AND APPROVED ACTIVITIES Visitors are required to wear proper (safe) Approvals for visitors represent the agreement, by all parties, footwear while in the fields or sites. Kindly take to support the project described in the proposal and ONLY off your boots/shoes/sandals before entering for that project. Any changes or additions to the project residences. as it was formally approved should be discussed with the BOSF Headquarters in Bogor before proceeding. Visitors are 5. NOISE responsible for conducting their approved projects. Visitors Visitors should respect the needs of others at should ask the Program Manager of the respective program BOSF. In particular, for visitors staying at all BOSF for permission to use BOSF facilities beyond those that were facilities, noise should be kept to minimum from approved. It is not enough to ask permission from program 10PM until 6AM because working employees and technicians, caregivers, drivers or other staff, or to assume that other visitors need sleep. activities are acceptable unless told otherwise. When in doubt, visitors should assume they are not, and ask Program Manager 8. ALCOHOL & DRUGS before proceeding. No alcohol and drugs are allowed on BOSF premises under ALL circumstances. 13. WORKING ON SITES Visitors working in research forests/sites/camps are requested 9. SMOKING to restrict the use of forest knives to the most minimum, and Smoking is not allowed on BOSF premises, except are not allowed to open up new trails without prior approval of on a few restricted areas. the relevant Program Manager. 20 Information and Publication 21
21. PUBLIC IMAGE OF ORANGUTANS Visitors must never use or exploit orangutans in a manner that is demeaning or that encourages the perception that they are desirable pets or quasi- children. This includes depicting orangutans in clothing or in an unnatural situation (e.g. riding a Should researchers/students and other visitors fail bicycle). See point (1) of the Ethics and Codes of to submit these reports, BOSF will take firm steps by 14. ACCOMMODATION Conduct. informing related institutions and supervisors, both Accommodation at the program is limited and must be arranged in advance. Private rooms cannot in Indonesia and their respective countries. be guaranteed and visitors must be prepared to accommodate others as needed. Accommodation 22. QUALITY CONTROL OF INFORMATION rates are set by the Programs and the payment should be settled on arrival. Should accommodation All materials for reports and publications must be 24. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS is not available at/with the Program, visitors will be advised to stay at the closest places of prepared in a professional manner. Information must Visitors must acknowledge BOSF and its Programs accommodation. In Indonesia, a man and a woman may share a room together only if they are base on facts and objective observations. in all resulting reports and publications. All visitors married. Otherwise, sharing is only permissible with people of the same sex. should forward copies of final publications to BOS. When in any doubt, visitors must consult with 15. SAMPLES BOSF for opinions on the tone and content of 25. PUBLICATIONS All samples from Programs facilities and sites will be collected by qualified employee(s). these materials. Sources of facts must be reliable, Visitors must submit any publications and Researchers/other visitors will assume the costs of assigning qualified staff to the job. With Program consistent and current. If new reliable information presentations resulting from their activities with Manager’s permission, qualified researchers may accompany program staff. becomes available that contradicts previous BOSF. statements, the new information will be presented as BOS Foundation retains the right to collect and retain a duplicate set of samples. Any sample- an update or revision to prevent confusion. taking that requires handling or anesthesia must be scheduled during routine check-ups; that is, orangutans will not be removed from their normal routines for the purpose of taking research 23. REPORTING samples; work should be scheduled accordingly by the Program Manager. Researchers/Students and other visitors staying for long period of time (more than 3 months) with BOSF 16. ACCESS TO AND USE OF INFORMATION are responsible for submitting written reports to Visitors of BOSF may have privileged access to internal information. They are expected to respect BOSF. BOSF also requires Progress Reports and a Final that privilege in a professional manner, by treating the information as privileged rather than public. Report from each long-term visitor.
17. ASSISTANCE For projects under 3 (three) months long, Progress Visitors should seek assistance only from employees that BOSF Headquarters assigned to help Reports are to be presented to BOSF and submitted them, only for approved purposes, and only according to approved work schedules. Assistants just before leaving. For projects longer than 3 (three) must be Indonesians and hired locally. Hiring must be coordinated with the Program Manager in months long, Progress Reports are to be submitted respective location to ensure fairness, standards, contracts, etc. quarterly (every 3 months). The Final Report should be submitted within the time frame promised, and 18. RESPONSIBILITY not more than one year after completing fieldwork. When visiting BOSF program, the visitor is hereby advised that their visit is at their own risk and If the Final Report will be delayed, visitors should neither BOSF nor the various branches/partners of BOSF can be held responsible for any physical notify BOSF and specify the reasons for delay and injury or non-physical loss, illness and accidents that might happen before, during or subsequent to when the report will be ready. Progress Reports and the visit. BOSF is also not responsible for visitors who act without authorization. Final Reports must be legally signed and submitted to BOSF. 19. VISITORS’ FRIENDS AND FAMILY Visitors’ friends and family must abide by the same rules and regulations as any other visitors.
20. PROFESSIONALISM Above all, visitors should behave with professionalism, dedication, efficiency, honesty and transparency. VIOLATIONS 26. FAILURE TO RESPECT REGULATIONS Visitors who fail to abide by regulations and relevant codes of conduct may be asked to leave. In severe cases, BOSF reserves the right to take necessary legal actions. 22 23
Frequently Asked Questions
Why the need for health tests? Do I need health checks to visit the Sun Bears?
Orangutans and humans are closely related; for this reason, a number of infectious diseases can We generally require the health checks to be completed because of the proximity affect us both. The conditions listed in the health screen have been carefully selected on the of the orangutan cages. This will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the basis of the potential risk of transmission to orangutans and the severity of the consequences. veterinary team.
Where can I get these tests done? Do I need health checks if I am visiting for business, maintenance or technical work? If there are concerns over your results it may not be possible for you to visit the centre; it is therefore recommended that these tests be done before your departure. However, should this If you will need to be within 10 meters of an orangutan or are working on cages not be possible, there are good-quality, professional laboratories in Jakarta, Bogor, Balikpapan that will shortly be used by orangutans, then the tests are still required. and Palangka Raya who can perform these tests; the total cost is around USD 300. If your work will not involve you being in the orangutan area at all, we can usually Why the need for a quarantine period? waive the medical tests; this will be decided by the veterinary team on a case-by- case basis. Apart from the severe pathogens that are considered in the health screen, it is possible for each one of us to pick up a “bug”, either before or during long-distance travel. These Why is there no mention of malaria medicines and vaccinations for visiting conditions, most commonly a cold, flu or stomach bug, although not too serious for us, can be Indonesia? much more severe for a young orangutan which missed out on immune protection from its mother at a young age. The quarantine period allows time for any symptoms to develop, if the The health screen is designed to protect the health of the orangutans; it is your visitor happens to have picked up one of these common bugs. own responsibility to obtain adequate health insurance, and to seek and follow advice from a travel health professional regarding vaccinations and prophylactic So if I do the health screen and quarantine, I can have contact with the orangutans? medications necessary for protecting your own health during the trip.
The priorities of the BOSF projects are the welfare of the orangutans and their successful This is not something we can help with, as the advice changes frequently in preparation for reintroduction. We ask that visitors avoid non-essential contact as much as response to disease conditions. Failure to follow the latest advice from your travel possible, as ti does not contribute to the rehabilitation process. health advisor may invalidate your travel health insurance. 24 25
visitor application form & visitor statement 26 visitor application form PURPOSE OF VISIT 27 Please write a short IV. paragraph (max. 100 words) explaining the main purpose of your visit ORGANIZATION / INSTITUTION Name PROPOSED DATES OF VISIT – please provide at least 2 options Address From Until Projected Completion (dd/mm/yy) (dd/mm/yy) Time (dd/mm/yy) City V. 1. First Option I. Postal Code 2. Second Option
Country 3. Third Option Tel. Number For film/photography and journalist visit only: Email Address
TEAM MEMBERS – for International visitor (including for film/photography and journalist), please enclosed copy of passport of each team member. PROPOSED VISIT 1. Name (Team Leader) ACTIVITIES OR FILMING / WRITING/PHOTOGRAPHY Address VI. MAIN APPROACH Email Address Please write a short Passport / ID Number paragraph (max. 100 words) explaining your approach. Issued by Valid until
2. Name BOSF PROGRAM/PROJECT VII. Address YOU WISH TO VISIT Email Address Passport / ID Number BOSF KEY EMPLOYEES OR Issued by VIII. PERSONNEL YOU WISH TO II. Valid until INTERVIEW
3. Name RESULT YOU EXPECT TO IX. Address GET FROM THE VISIT Email Address TYPE OF FUTURE MEDIA Passport / ID Number X. AND/OR PUBLICATION Issued by Valid until
4. Name ABILITY TO FUND Please write a short Address XI. paragraph (max. 50 words) Email Address on who will guarantee the Passport / ID Number funding of this project Issued by HOW YOUR PROJECT Valid until FITS INTO BOSF’ VISION, MISSION AND MAIN PROPOSED VISIT TYPE – please mark / circle one XII. OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSERVATION OF III. 1. Film/Photography 2. Professional / Official Visit ORANGUTANS AND THEIR 3. Journalistic/Writing Visit 4. Other (Please explain) HABITAT? 28 visitor statement 29
I, the undersigned orangutan proximity agreement Name :
Title :
KTP/Passport Number : [To be completed upon arrival] Organization :
Address :
Phone Number(s) : I, [insert your name] ______agree to the following:
Email Address : 1. I will not come into contact with any orangutans during my quarantine period. 2. I will remain at least 10 meters from any orangutan and under supervision from an authorized member of Herewith state that I, on behalf of [name of organization] ______will fulfill the requirements in staff during this quarantine period. relation to my visit to [insert name of BOSF Project/Program] ______as follow: 3. If I develop any of the conditions listed below during my quarantine period, I will inform the veterinary team (this is in order for the veterinary team to decide when you will be subsequently safe to be in contact with 1. I confirm that I have read the BOSF Visitor Guidelines and Codes of Conduct and I agree to abide by them. orangutans). 2. I confirm that all crew members have read the BOSF Visitor Guidelines and Codes of Conduct, and that they 4. If I develop any of the conditions listed below after my quarantine period, I will immediately remove myself agree to abide by them. from orangutan contact and inform the veterinary team (this is in order for the veterinary team to decide 3. I will obtain all papers and permits from the relevant authorities to conduct my filming/photographic/ when you will be subsequently safe to be in contact with orangutans). journalistic work in [insert name of BOSF Project/Program] ______. I understand that BOSF is not 5. I will inform the veterinary team/management if I take a commercial flight or public transport after I arrive responsible for obtaining papers and permits for this visit (other than to provide a Letter of Recommendation and agree to go through a suitable quarantine (5 or 10 days depending on my destination and duration of and Letter of Invitation) and that BOSF will not permit my/our visit if the necessary paperwork is not complete. stay) on my return if considered appropriate by the veterinary team. 4. If I fail to abide by any of the above, BOSF can revoke the invitation for my/our visit to a BOS project at any time. 5. I shall send one complimentary copy of the final/completed product to the BOSF Headquarters in advance Conditions that must be reported, and require avoidance of orangutan contact: of release. 4 Colds/Influenza. 6. I will cover all costs and expenses in relation to my/our visit. 4 Sore throats/Tonsillitis. 7. I shall credit BOSF in my final/completed product. 4 Diarrhoea. 8. I undertake not to sell any of the footage or images taken during this visit to any third party without BOSF 4 New skin rashes. permission. 4 Herpes Simplex (cold sores) in exposed areas. 9. I accept that the product may not be released for public viewing until the above conditions have been satisfied. 4 Illness of an unknown type. 10. I accept that BOSF cannot be held liable for any injury I receive or damage that might occur to my personal equipment/belongings whilst at any of the BOSF sites of activity. I understand that: 1. Failure to disclose the conditions above; I hereby declare that I have read and understood the above and agree to these conditions. I understand and 2. Failure to remove myself from orangutan contact if I develop the conditions above; accept if I fail to abide by any of the above; my/our permit to visit BOSF can be revoked at any time. 3. Not abiding by quarantine rules;
will cause immediate consequences relating to my visit including temporary or permanent ban for the duration ______on the ______of the visit for myself and possibly other members of my party AND a possible permanent ban for future visits. (Place) (Date) I understand that my quarantine period will end at [insert time] ____:____ hours on [insert date] ______. Signature
Signed ______Date ______
Name in full: ______Temperature taken _____ 0C on ______(Date) by (Vet) ______30 31
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