Even a minor change may significantly affect the provision of the interpreting services. Inform CIRS of changes in time, location, number of participants, subject matter, presenters, and logistics of the assignment. Please note there is a 48 hour cancellation policy. Check with the interpreter during a break, or after an assignment, to see if there is anything that needs to be done differently next time. Interpreters are excellent resources to help you plan future assignments.
Feedback regarding service is always appreciated and helpful.
The responsibility of the interpreter is to interpret everything that is said into sign language and to interpret everything that the deaf person signs into spoken English. This job demands all of the interpreter's time and attention. The interpreter does not share opinions or give advice. The interpreter conveys the emotions and message of the people involved in the event and does not add or delete information. The interpreter will be interpreting everything that a hearing person would hear in the same situation.