- The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation

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the borneo orangutan
SURVIVAL FOUNDATION
visitor guidelines,
ethics & codes of conduct
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The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation
(BOSF) is an Indonesian non-profit organization
based in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia, which is
dedicated to the conservation of the Bornean
orangutan and its habitat, in cooperation with
local communities, the Indonesian Ministry of
Forestry and international partner organizations.
contents
5 BOSF reintroduction program
6 general requirements
8 casual visitor
8 volunteer
9 filmmaker/media/journalist
10 independent writer/photographer
11researcher
12 professional scientist
13 senior student
14 study visit
15 ethics & codes conducts
22 frequently asked questions
25 visitor application form & statement
Founded in 1991, BOSF has
continued to rescue and rehabilitate thousands of orangutans with the support of 420
highly devoted staff, as well as
experts in primatology, biodiversity, ecology, forest rehabilitation, agroforestry, community empowerment, education,
and orangutan healthcare. For
more information, visit:
www.orangutan.or.id.
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BOSF
reintroduction
program
T
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
and 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.
general requirements
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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:
4A copy of valid identification (KTP/passport/KITAS).
4Copies of other required permits as described in these guidelines.
International visitors must also submit:
4A copy of passport, valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
4A copy of visa, valid for the duration of the visit. Visitors from ASEAN member countries are exempt from
entry visa requirement. Please contact the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate in your country for more
details.
4Copies of other required permits as described in these guidelines.
2. Visitor Statement Form
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
months, and should be timed to be valid throughout the planned visit.
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
to the orangutans. It is therefore recommended that the results of these tests be forwarded to BOSF in
advance of your arrival.
Infection
Tuberculosis
(TB)
Applicable to
Tests required
Visitors from non-TB-endemic countries* who have been vaccinated with
BCG
A copy of your vaccine record and a chest x-ray.
Visitors from non-TB-endemic countries* who are unvaccinated, or if vaccine record cannot be found
Negative result of a Mantoux skin test or Quantiferon test, or a chest x-ray.
If the result of the Mantoux or Quantiferon test
is positive or inconclusive, the results of a chest
x-ray will also be required.
Visitors from TB-endemic countries
Three sputum samples tested by acid-fast staining for mycobacteria AND results of chest x-ray.
Hepatitis B
All visitors
Blood results for HBsAg and Anti-HBc.
Hepatitis C
All visitors
Blood result for Anti-HCV.
HIV
All visitors
Blood result for Anti-HIV.
Yellow Fever
Visitors who are from or have visited a
Yellow Fever endemic country
Evidence of Yellow Fever vaccination.
* Areas considered non-endemic for TB: Europe (members of CEE), North America, Australia, New Zealand.
IMPORTANT
visitor quarantine period
4Every visitor coming to the center from outside
Indonesia must undergo a quarantine period of 10
days within Kalimantan. During this period the visitor
must have no contact with orangutans. You may visit
the center during this time but must remain at least 10
meters from the orangutans at all times, and therefore
will not be able to partake in certain activities (such as
full tours of the facilities and watching the orangutans
on the playground).
4Visitors from other areas of Indonesia other than
Kalimantan will have a 5-day quarantine period in
Kalimantan, again, you may visit the center during this
time but no contact with orangutans will be allowed.
4Even though you have passed the health screen and
the quarantine period, direct access to the orangutans
(touching, holding, etc) is not guaranteed on visiting
the center because the welfare of the orangutans must
come first (see Ethics & Codes of Conduct).
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casual visitor
BOSF Programs and their forest sites are not open to
casual visitors for reasons explained above.
The Information Centers, however, both at
Samboja Lestari Reintroduction Project, East
Kalimantan and Nyaru Menteng Reintroduction
Project, Central Kalimantan are open to public
during normal office hours.
Professional and official visits are possible but they
must be arranged formally in advance.
volunteer
BOSF values the interest and support of all
potential volunteers who wish to contribute their
time and specific expertise.
We currently only accept volunteers on an
individual case-by-case basis for applicants
who can commit to longer periods of time (3-6
months minimum). Applicants should contact
the BOSF Headquarters in Bogor via email: bos_
komunikasi@orangutan.or.id. Each candidate
will be subject to interview prior to acceptance.
We do not guarantee acceptance of all applicants.
No cameras are allowed. All photography and
recording/filming activities must be specially
permitted by BOSF Headquarters. Volunteers
must also expect to pay all of their own expenses
(e.g., airfares, insurance, accommodation, laundry,
fax, telephone, photocopy, laboratory space and
equipment, staff or administrative assistance,
local transport).
filmmaker/
media/journalist
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Filmmaker/media/journalist must submit a project
proposal to BOSF, which also can be forwarded
electronically to BOSF Headquarters at this email address:
bos_komunikasi@orangutan.or.id.
Or sent via post to:
The CEO/Chairman
Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation
Jalan Papandayan 10, Bogor 16151
Indonesia
IMPORTANT
Applicants must allow minimum 2 (two) months
proposal processing time. It is advisable not to make any
commitments before receiving a formal Invitation Letter
from BOSF in Indonesia.
Obtaining all necessary approvals and permits can be a
lengthy and somewhat unpredictable process. Please be
advised that BOSF cannot guarantee that approvals will be
obtained within a specific time frame.
Project proposal requirements are as follows:
1. Cover Letter
Submit a formal letter from your institution / media
publisher / TV network / film company / production
company, which should include:
4Brief introduction of the project (e.g. project objectives,
qualifications, etc.);
4Must address the project’s compatibility with BOSF aims
and operations;
4Brief explanation of project activities.
2. Proposal
Explain your activity plan in details, which should
include:
4A formal proposal in BOSF format (see the Visitor
Application Form);
4Film scripts;
4Curriculum Vitae of ALL crew members;
4Enough details to allow BOSF Communication Bureau
to assess the project’s merits, methods, feasibility, and
compatibility with BOSF project aims and operations.
3. Funds
Explain any costs associated with the proposed project
and indicate how these costs will be covered. BOSF
cannot assist with estimating costs.
Please be advised that there is a location fee of
US$1,100 per day. This is negotiable depending
on the merit and/or benefits obtainable from your
project.
Expect to pay for all other services used (e.g.,
airfares, insurance, accommodation, laundry,
fax, telephone, photocopy, laboratory space and
equipment, staff or administrative assistance,
transport).
4. Formal Agreement with BOSF
A formal Agreement between BOSF and your
institution must be included (see the Visitor
Statement Form). This Agreement must be signed by
both parties (BOSF and your institution) BEFORE any
activity will be allowed to take place.
5. Permit
4Indonesian Institution:
=A permit from the Conservation and Natural
Resources Authority in the province where your
activity will be conducted.
4Foreign Institution:
=You must obtain a permit from The Directorate of
Film of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the
Republic of Indonesia. Permit application can be
made through the Indonesian Embassy or consular
offices or other offices in your country designated
by the Government of Indonesia.
=With the issuance of the above permit, you can
then apply for and secure local permits that you
need to conduct filming/coverage activities in
BOSF sites, which are:
aA permit from the Conservation and Natural
Resources Authority in the province where your
activity will be conducted.
aPolice clearance.
6. Copyright
Any copyrightable work(s) belong to both BOSF and
your institution; hence must be properly marked with a
copyright notice as follows: BOSF / <your institution>.
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Independent writer/photographer must also submit a
project proposal to BOSF, which also can be forwarded
electronically to BOSF Headquarters at this email address:
bos_komunikasi@orangutan.or.id.
3. Funds
Explain any costs associated with the proposed project
and indicate how these costs will be covered. BOSF
cannot assist with estimating costs.
Expect to pay for all other services used (e.g., airfares,
insurance, accommodation, laundry, fax, telephone,
photocopy, laboratory space and equipment, staff or
administrative assistance, transport).
Or sent via post to:
The CEO/Chairman
Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation
Jalan Papandayan 10
Bogor 16151
Indonesia
Project proposal requirements are as follows:
1. Cover Letter
Submit a formal letter from your institution / media
publisher / TV network / film company / production
company, which should include:
4Brief introduction of the project (e.g. project objectives,
qualifications, etc.);
4Must address the project’s compatibility with BOSF
aims and operations;
4Brief explanation of project activities.
2. Proposal
Explain your plan in details, which should include:
4A formal proposal in BOSF format (see the Visitor
Application Form);
4Film scripts;
4Curriculum Vitae of ALL crew members;
4Enough details to allow BOSF Communication Bureau
to assess the project’s merits, methods, feasibility, and
compatibility with BOSF project aims and operations
4. Formal Agreement with BOSF
A formal Agreement between BOSF and your institution
must be included (see the Visitor Statement Form). This
Agreement must be signed by both parties (BOSF and
your institution) BEFORE any activity will be allowed to
take place.
5. Permit
4Indonesian citizen / KITAS holder:
= A permit from the Conservation and Natural
Resources Authority in the province where your
activity will be conducted.
4Foreign citizen:
=A permit from the Conservation and Natural
Resources Authority in the province where your
activity will be conducted.
=Police clearance.
6. Copyright
Any copyrightable work(s) belong to both BOSF and
your institution; hence must be properly marked with a
copyright notice as follows: BOSF / <your institution>.
independent
writer/
photographer
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researcher
All studies and research projects come under the jurisdiction of the Forestry Research
Institute of the Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia and the Indonesian
Institute of Sciences (LIPI). Researches and studies require approvals and permits from
both institutions.
Additionally, interested research and study applicants must submit a project proposal to
BOSF Scientific Advisory Board (SAB).
Basic requirements:
1. Level of study – minimum final year of S1/BA/BSc.
2. Duration of Research – minimum 3 months for S1/BA/BSC; minimum 6 months for S2/
Master; and > 1 year for S3/PhD.
The completed application can be forwarded electronically to the Secretary of the SAB at
this email address: Arusson@gl.yorku.ca,
or sent via post to:
Dr. Anne Russon
Secretary of BOSF Scientific Advisory Board
Psychology Department, Glendon College
2275 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
Ontario M4N 3M6, Canada
Eligible applicants may submit an informal “pre-proposal” for preliminary consideration;
however, the official approval from SAB/BOSF will be granted only on the basis of a
formal proposal. If the SAB/BOSF approves the proposal, we will advise the applicant on
how to proceed with the other requirements.
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:
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
Ph: +62 (0) 21 3169293
Fax: +62 (0) 21 39836180
Email: frp@ristek.go.id
www.ristek.go.id
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professional scientist
1. Cover Letter
The cover letter should include:
4Brief introduction of the applicant (e.g. reasons for interest, qualifications, relevant
experience).
4The nature of the proposed project.
2. Proposal
The proposal must address the project’s compatibility with BOSF aims and
operations, and should include:
4A formal proposal.
4Sufficient details to allow the SAB to assess the project’s scientific merits, methods,
feasibility and compatibility with BOSF project aims and operations.
3. Ethics
4Include proof of Ethics Approval from your institution’s ethics review board.
4Projects should conform to the International Primatological Society’s ethical standards
for research on non-human primates and to CITES regulations on research related to
endangered species.
4For studies based on reintroduction projects, proposals should also address the special
circumstances of ex-captives under rehabilitation.
4. Samples
4For any required samples, 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.
4Proposals submitted without permits may be approved provisionally. Final approval
will not be granted until all permits have been obtained.
5. Curriculum Vitae
An up-to-date curriculum vitae of the applicant is required.
6. Funds
4Provide proof of funds to conduct the study (BOSF cannot assist with estimating costs).
4Indonesian regulations require foreign researchers to fund an Indonesian counterpart
researcher during their study; counterpart costs should be calculated in budgeting (e.g.
stipend, transportation, lodging, food, research supplies).
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).
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1. Cover Letter
The cover letter should include:
4Brief introduction of the applicant (e.g. reasons for
interest, qualifications, relevant experience).
4The nature of the proposed project.
2. Proposal
The proposal must address the project’s compatibility
with BOSF aims and operations, and should include:
4A formal proposal.
4Sufficient details to allow the SAB to assess the project’s
scientific merits, methods, feasibility and compatibility
with BOSF project aims and operations.
3. Ethics
4Include proof of Ethics Approval from your institution’s
ethics review board.
4Projects should conform to the International
Primatological Society’s ethical standards for research
on non-human primates and to CITES regulations on
research related to endangered species.
4For studies based on reintroduction projects, proposals
should also address the special circumstances of excaptives under rehabilitation.
4. 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.
4Proposals submitted without permits may be approved
provisionally. Final approval will not be granted until all
permits have been obtained.
senior student
(S2/MA/MSc;
S3/PhD)
5. Curriculum Vitae
An up-to-date curriculum vitae of the applicant is
required.
6. Funds
4Provide proof of funds to conduct the study (BOSF
cannot assist with estimating costs).
4Indonesian regulations require foreign researchers
to fund an Indonesian counterpart researcher during
their study; counterpart costs should be calculated in
budgeting (e.g. stipend, transportation, lodging, food,
research supplies).
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).
7. 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.
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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.
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
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.
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ethics and
codes of conduct
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The following codes of conduct derive from guiding principle: To Contribute to the
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
Foundation.
Visitors include, but are not limited to:
4Government officials
4Researchers
4Other professionals
4Students
4Workshop/course participants
4Media (e.g., film crews, journalists, photographers, writers)
4Invited guests
4Consultants
4Overseas representatives/partners of BOSF
4Donors
4Any accompanying family or friends
4Zookeepers
All visitors must understand that all BOSF programs are quarantine, research and
conservation areas.
Access is restricted to ALL BOSF sites and facilities, except the Information/Education
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
Orangutan Reintroduction Program is a rehabilitation center for orangutans to be
reintroduced to natural habitats, and that this means they cannot interfere in any way
with the rehabilitation of orangutans.
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
islands, quarantine, Halfway House) must first obtain written permission from the
respective Program Manager. Requests do not guarantee permission. Forest sites and
quarantine areas, for example, are normally accessible for professional purposes only.
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For these reasons, visitors should behave as follows:
Visitor Conduct around Orangutans
1. ATTITUDE
Never use, exploit or portray orangutans in any manner that is demeaning or that encourages the
perception that they are desirable pets, child-substitutes, half-humans or entertaining clowns. BOSF aims
to promote the conservation and respect of orangutans in their natural environment and to counter their
image as domesticated half-cousins who are available to serve human emotions and amusement.
2. CONTACT
For both medical and behavioral reasons, visitors should not seek contact or interaction with orangutans
and should not allow contact to occur. Visitor interaction with orangutans is sanctioned only for visitors
with authorized projects, and then only for the type of contact/interaction necessary for their project.
When visiting a wildlife center such as this, with very gregarious, mischievous and possibly aggressive,
intelligent apes there are certain aspects of health that need to be addressed. Most of the orangutans are
quite docile but some will bite and occasionally large adult orangutans escape their enclosures and these
can bite severely and cause critical injuries.
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
staff are not available, access to the program will be limited to when staff can be made available.
All visitors should voluntarily avoid orangutans during temporary illnesses such as cold sores, influenza,
etc. Even with full negative testing as set out in the Visitor Guidelines and a completed quarantine
period, access to orangutan quarantine areas and isolation or sick orangutans is not permitted at any
time. Visitors should also avoid contact with released rehabilitant orangutans in forests during the course
of their work or forest treks.
In all circumstances and at all time, behave so as to stay out of orangutans’ reach. If orangutans attempt
to approach or make contact, immediately move away as far as needed to avoid contact. If orangutans
persist, adopt a consistent “no interaction” response. These restrictions conform to recommendations by
medical experts at the 2001 IUCN Orangutan Reintroduction and Protection Workshop.
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3. BEHAVIOR
In terms of behavior with orangutans, BOSF staffs are not models
for visitor behavior. Jobs may require staff to handle or interact
with orangutans. Visitors have different roles and should never do
the same.
4. FOOD AND OTHER POSSESSIONS
Never offer or show orangutans food/drinks, or carry food/
drinks in ways that facilitate orangutans seeing or stealing it.
Never eat food in front of an orangutan. Never leave any goods
(e.g. backpack, camera, clothes, and tools) unguarded in places
accessible to orangutans. BOSF refuse any responsibility for any
possessions that are missing during a visitor’s stay with BOSF.
5. DISTURBING
Never tease or harass orangutans. Immediately stop any activity
that disturbs them (approaching too closely, flash photographs,
etc). It is not acceptable to try to alter an orangutan’s behavior (call
to get their attention, tempt them to move with food, etc.).
Visitors viewing orangutans should do so in small groups
accompanied by BOSF staff (maximum 4 visitors plus 1 staff), from
a respectful distance. Keep noise to a minimum.
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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
the Headquarters. Other than for staff on duty,
normal workdays are Monday to Friday.
2. LANGUAGE
The working language at BOSF is Indonesian
(Bahasa Indonesia). Long-term visitors should
acquire functional Indonesian communication
skills, preferably before arrival. Some English is
spoken. All visitors should have at least some
functional English skills.
3. DRESS CODE
BOSF is a professional place of work in Indonesia,
and visitors must dress accordingly.
Dress code in Indonesia is conservative, so
revealing clothes like shorts, sleeveless and lowcut tops, or casual western-style holiday wear are
inappropriate. Functional clothing is appropriate
in practical or field conditions, but not normal in
offices. Because Islam is Indonesia’s major religion,
women especially, should take care to dress
modestly. While visiting the field or sites, visitors
must expect to wear long pants and long-sleeved
shirt to avoid possible dangers of the forest.
4. SHOES
Visitors are required to wear proper (safe)
footwear while in the fields or sites. Kindly take
off your boots/shoes/sandals before entering
residences.
5. NOISE
Visitors should respect the needs of others at
BOSF. In particular, for visitors staying at all BOSF
facilities, noise should be kept to minimum from
10PM until 6AM because working employees and
other visitors need sleep.
8. ALCOHOL & DRUGS
No alcohol and drugs are allowed on BOSF
premises under ALL circumstances.
9. SMOKING
Smoking is not allowed on BOSF premises, except
on a few restricted areas.
10. SERVICES
Expect to pay for all services used (e.g. airfares, insurance,
accommodation, laundry, fax, telephone/internet, computer,
photocopy, laboratory space and equipment, staff or
administrative assistance, local transport). Report all services
and usage to appropriate BOSF staff and respective program
manager, and arrange for payment at the time of use or billed
monthly.
11. DURATION OF STAY
Permission to visit BOSF is granted for specific purposes, and
for specific durations. Visits may be extended for legitimate
reasons, but only through a formal request and with formal
approval from BOSF Headquarters in Bogor. Extending visits
longer than agreed may not always be possible.
12. RESTRICTED AND APPROVED ACTIVITIES
Approvals for visitors represent the agreement, by all parties,
to support the project described in the proposal and ONLY
for that project. Any changes or additions to the project
as it was formally approved should be discussed with the
BOSF Headquarters in Bogor before proceeding. Visitors are
responsible for conducting their approved projects. Visitors
should ask the Program Manager of the respective program
for permission to use BOSF facilities beyond those that were
approved. It is not enough to ask permission from program
technicians, caregivers, drivers or other staff, or to assume that
activities are acceptable unless told otherwise. When in doubt,
visitors should assume they are not, and ask Program Manager
before proceeding.
13. WORKING ON SITES
Visitors working in research forests/sites/camps are requested
to restrict the use of forest knives to the most minimum, and
are not allowed to open up new trails without prior approval of
the relevant Program Manager.
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14. ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation at the program is limited and must be arranged in advance. Private rooms cannot
be guaranteed and visitors must be prepared to accommodate others as needed. Accommodation
rates are set by the Programs and the payment should be settled on arrival. Should accommodation
is not available at/with the Program, visitors will be advised to stay at the closest places of
accommodation. In Indonesia, a man and a woman may share a room together only if they are
married. Otherwise, sharing is only permissible with people of the same sex.
15. SAMPLES
All samples from Programs facilities and sites will be collected by qualified employee(s).
Researchers/other visitors will assume the costs of assigning qualified staff to the job. With Program
Manager’s permission, qualified researchers may accompany program staff.
BOS Foundation retains the right to collect and retain a duplicate set of samples. Any sampletaking 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
samples; work should be scheduled accordingly by the Program Manager.
16. ACCESS TO AND USE OF INFORMATION
Visitors of BOSF may have privileged access to internal information. They are expected to respect
that privilege in a professional manner, by treating the information as privileged rather than public.
17. ASSISTANCE
Visitors should seek assistance only from employees that BOSF Headquarters assigned to help
them, only for approved purposes, and only according to approved work schedules. Assistants
must be Indonesians and hired locally. Hiring must be coordinated with the Program Manager in
respective location to ensure fairness, standards, contracts, etc.
18. RESPONSIBILITY
When visiting BOSF program, the visitor is hereby advised that their visit is at their own risk and
neither BOSF nor the various branches/partners of BOSF can be held responsible for any physical
injury or non-physical loss, illness and accidents that might happen before, during or subsequent to
the visit. BOSF is also not responsible for visitors who act without authorization.
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.
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Information and Publication
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 quasichildren. This includes depicting orangutans in
clothing or in an unnatural situation (e.g. riding a
bicycle). See point (1) of the Ethics and Codes of
Conduct.
22. QUALITY CONTROL OF INFORMATION
All materials for reports and publications must be
prepared in a professional manner. Information must
base on facts and objective observations.
When in any doubt, visitors must consult with
BOSF for opinions on the tone and content of
these materials. Sources of facts must be reliable,
consistent and current. If new reliable information
becomes available that contradicts previous
statements, the new information will be presented as
an update or revision to prevent confusion.
Should researchers/students and other visitors fail
to submit these reports, BOSF will take firm steps by
informing related institutions and supervisors, both
in Indonesia and their respective countries.
24. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Visitors must acknowledge BOSF and its Programs
in all resulting reports and publications. All visitors
should forward copies of final publications to BOS.
25. PUBLICATIONS
Visitors must submit any publications and
presentations resulting from their activities with
BOSF.
23. REPORTING
Researchers/Students and other visitors staying for
long period of time (more than 3 months) with BOSF
are responsible for submitting written reports to
BOSF. BOSF also requires Progress Reports and a Final
Report from each long-term visitor.
For projects under 3 (three) months long, Progress
Reports are to be presented to BOSF and submitted
just before leaving. For projects longer than 3 (three)
months long, Progress Reports are to be submitted
quarterly (every 3 months). The Final Report should
be submitted within the time frame promised, and
not more than one year after completing fieldwork.
If the Final Report will be delayed, visitors should
notify BOSF and specify the reasons for delay and
when the report will be ready. Progress Reports and
Final Reports must be legally signed and submitted
to BOSF.
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.
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Frequently
Asked
Questions
Why the need for health tests?
Orangutans and humans are closely related; for this reason, a number of infectious diseases can
affect us both. The conditions listed in the health screen have been carefully selected on the
basis of the potential risk of transmission to orangutans and the severity of the consequences.
Where can I get these tests done?
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
not be possible, there are good-quality, professional laboratories in Jakarta, Bogor, Balikpapan
and Palangka Raya who can perform these tests; the total cost is around USD 300.
Why the need for a quarantine period?
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
conditions, most commonly a cold, flu or stomach bug, although not too serious for us, can be
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
visitor happens to have picked up one of these common bugs.
So if I do the health screen and quarantine, I can have contact with the orangutans?
The priorities of the BOSF projects are the welfare of the orangutans and their successful
preparation for reintroduction. We ask that visitors avoid non-essential contact as much as
possible, as ti does not contribute to the rehabilitation process.
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Do I need health checks to visit the Sun Bears?
We generally require the health checks to be completed because of the proximity
of the orangutan cages. This will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the
veterinary team.
Do I need health checks if I am visiting for business, maintenance or technical
work?
If you will need to be within 10 meters of an orangutan or are working on cages
that will shortly be used by orangutans, then the tests are still required.
If your work will not involve you being in the orangutan area at all, we can usually
waive the medical tests; this will be decided by the veterinary team on a case-bycase basis.
Why is there no mention of malaria medicines and vaccinations for visiting
Indonesia?
The health screen is designed to protect the health of the orangutans; it is your
own responsibility to obtain adequate health insurance, and to seek and follow
advice from a travel health professional regarding vaccinations and prophylactic
medications necessary for protecting your own health during the trip.
This is not something we can help with, as the advice changes frequently in
response to disease conditions. Failure to follow the latest advice from your travel
health advisor may invalidate your travel health insurance.
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visitor application form
& visitor statement
visitor application form
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ORGANIZATION / INSTITUTION
Name
Address
I.
City
Postal Code
Country
Tel. Number
Email Address
TEAM MEMBERS – for International visitor (including for film/photography and
journalist), please enclosed copy of passport of each team member.
1. Name (Team Leader)
Address
Email Address
Passport / ID Number
Issued by
Valid until
2.
Name
Address
Email Address
Passport / ID Number
Issued by
II.
Valid until
3.
Name
Address
Email Address
Passport / ID Number
Issued by
Valid until
4.
Name
Address
Email Address
Passport / ID Number
Issued by
Valid until
PROPOSED VISIT TYPE – please mark / circle one
III.
1.
Film/Photography
2.
Professional / Official Visit
3.
Journalistic/Writing Visit
4.
Other (Please explain)
IV.
V.
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PURPOSE OF VISIT
Please write a short
paragraph (max. 100 words)
explaining the main purpose
of your visit
PROPOSED DATES OF VISIT – please provide at least 2 options
From
Until
(dd/mm/yy)
(dd/mm/yy)
1. First Option
2.
Second Option
3.
Third Option
For film/photography and journalist visit only:
VI.
PROPOSED VISIT
ACTIVITIES OR FILMING /
WRITING/PHOTOGRAPHY
MAIN APPROACH
Please write a short
paragraph (max. 100 words)
explaining your approach.
VII.
BOSF PROGRAM/PROJECT
YOU WISH TO VISIT
VIII.
BOSF KEY EMPLOYEES OR
PERSONNEL YOU WISH TO
INTERVIEW
IX.
RESULT YOU EXPECT TO
GET FROM THE VISIT
X.
TYPE OF FUTURE MEDIA
AND/OR PUBLICATION
XI.
ABILITY TO FUND
Please write a short
paragraph (max. 50 words)
on who will guarantee the
funding of this project
XII.
HOW YOUR PROJECT
FITS INTO BOSF’ VISION,
MISSION AND MAIN
OBJECTIVES OF THE
CONSERVATION OF
ORANGUTANS AND THEIR
HABITAT?
Projected Completion
Time (dd/mm/yy)
visitor statement
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I, the undersigned
Name:
Title:
KTP/Passport Number:
Organization
:
Address:
Phone Number(s):
Email Address
:
Herewith state that I, on behalf of [name of organization] _________________ will fulfill the requirements in
relation to my visit to [insert name of BOSF Project/Program] _________________ as follow:
1. I confirm that I have read the BOSF Visitor Guidelines and Codes of Conduct and I agree to abide by them.
2. I confirm that all crew members have read the BOSF Visitor Guidelines and Codes of Conduct, and that they
agree to abide by them.
3. I will obtain all papers and permits from the relevant authorities to conduct my filming/photographic/
journalistic work in [insert name of BOSF Project/Program] _________________. I understand that BOSF is not
responsible for obtaining papers and permits for this visit (other than to provide a Letter of Recommendation
and Letter of Invitation) and that BOSF will not permit my/our visit if the necessary paperwork is not complete.
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
of release.
6. I will cover all costs and expenses in relation to my/our visit.
7. I shall credit BOSF in my final/completed product.
8. I undertake not to sell any of the footage or images taken during this visit to any third party without BOSF
permission.
9. I accept that the product may not be released for public viewing until the above conditions have been satisfied.
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 hereby declare that I have read and understood the above and agree to these conditions. I understand and
accept if I fail to abide by any of the above; my/our permit to visit BOSF can be revoked at any time.
___________________________ on the ___________________________
(Place)
(Date)
Signature
Name in full: ___________________________
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orangutan proximity agreement
[To be completed upon arrival]
I, [insert your name] _________________ agree to the following:
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
staff during this quarantine period.
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
orangutans).
4. If I develop any of the conditions listed below after my quarantine period, I will immediately remove myself
from orangutan contact and 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 orangutans).
5. I will inform the veterinary team/management if I take a commercial flight or public transport after I arrive
and agree to go through a suitable quarantine (5 or 10 days depending on my destination and duration of
stay) on my return if considered appropriate by the veterinary team.
Conditions that must be reported, and require avoidance of orangutan contact:
4 Colds/Influenza.
4 Sore throats/Tonsillitis.
4 Diarrhoea.
4 New skin rashes.
4 Herpes Simplex (cold sores) in exposed areas.
4 Illness of an unknown type.
I understand that:
1. Failure to disclose the conditions above;
2. Failure to remove myself from orangutan contact if I develop the conditions above;
3. Not abiding by quarantine rules;
will cause immediate consequences relating to my visit including temporary or permanent ban for the duration
of the visit for myself and possibly other members of my party AND a possible permanent ban for future visits.
I understand that my quarantine period will end at [insert time] ____:____ hours on [insert date] ___________.
Signed ___________________________
Temperature taken _____ 0C
Date ___________________________
on _________________ (Date)
by
(Vet) _______________________
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thank you!
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For more info, contact:
BORNEO ORANGUTAN
SURVIVAL FOUNDATION
Jalan Papandayan 10
Bogor 16151, Indonesia
Ph. +62 (0) 251 8314468
Fax. +62 (0) 251 8323142
www.orangutan.or.id
@bornean_ou
Yayasan Penyelamatan Orangutan Borneo