Checklist for Joining

If you are considering joining the safe harbor, you first should take the following steps:

1. Read the Safe Harbor Overview, including the Benefits of Joining.
2. Read the Safe Harbor Documents.
3. Review the Safe Harbor Workbook.
4. Review the Helpful Hints Before Self-Certification.

If you then decide to join the safe harbor, you should:

1. Bring your organization's policies and practices into compliance with the Safe Harbor's Requirements;
2. Verify that your organization has done so; and
3. If you wish to assure your organization of safe harbor benefits, review the Information Required for Certification and complete and submit the Certification Form.

After your information has been reviewed for completeness, it will be posted to the Safe Harbor List, available on this website.