Employer has no liability insurance

[seaquest]

A company wants to hire me for a specific event to provide first aid coverage. The event is a fairly high risk sporting event (mountain bike racing). The employer carries no liability insurance for providing first aid coverage. Would I be at risk as a contract employee in the event of a suit?

 

[army judge]

A company wants to hire me for a specific event to provide first aid coverage. The event is a fairly high risk sporting event (mountain bike racing). The employer carries no liability insurance for providing first aid coverage. Would I be at risk as a contract employee in the event of a suit?

Possibly.

In some jurisdictions, paramedics are exempt or are required to carry their own coverage.
You might wish to inquire of your licensing authorities or other provincial officials.