The Survey Consent Form is a crucial document required for any research or data collection activity involving human participants in Switzerland. This document is essential for ensuring compliance with Swiss data protection laws, research ethics requirements, and participant rights protection. The form should be used whenever an organization plans to conduct surveys, whether for academic research, market research, or other data collection purposes. It must include specific elements required by Swiss law, including clear information about data processing, storage, and participant rights under the FADP/DSG. The Survey Consent Form serves as a legal record of informed consent and helps protect both the participants and the organizing institution by clearly documenting the terms of participation and data usage.

1. Title and Introduction: Clear identification of the document as a Survey Consent Form, including the study/survey title and organizing institution

2. Parties: Identification of the research institution/surveyor and the participant

3. Background: Brief overview of the survey purpose and context

4. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms used in the consent form

5. Survey Purpose and Procedures: Detailed explanation of what the survey involves, its duration, and what will be required from participants

6. Data Collection and Protection: Description of what data will be collected and how it will be protected, stored, and used

7. Participant Rights: Clear statement of participant rights including right to withdraw, right to access data, and right to ask questions

8. Risks and Benefits: Description of any potential risks and benefits of participation

9. Voluntary Participation: Statement confirming that participation is voluntary and can be withdrawn at any time

10. Declaration of Consent: Formal consent statement and signature section