Period of Hire;
the hire of Event Equipment will commence from the time equipment and
staff arrive at site, and will continue until completion of dismantling.
The Site; The hire
charges are arranged on the assumption the ground is firm Level and
flat, and that there is easy access for motor vehicles and staff, and
no underground services are buried beneath the surface, i.e. Drains,
Pipes, Cables, as no responsibility for damage shall fall on the company.
The hire charge does not include making good repairs to the site. Special
rates may be payable if any of the above items are too adverse.
The Hirer; Must
check that all items ordered are delivered and if any of the items are
missing, wrong or faulty this should be drawn to the companies, attention,
to which every effort will be made to rectify the problem. The company
reserves the right to alter items to the nearest substitute if necessity
arises. A charge may be added if the equipment is not left in the condition
to which it was received.
Damage; during
the period of hire all damage or loss is the responsibility of the Hirer
and all loses will be charged for, (other than fair wear, and tear).
Extreme Weather;
The Hirer undertakes to advise the Hire Company of any weather conditions,
during the period of hire, that may endanger the hired equipment or
occupants. Typically, but not specifically, these would be wind speeds
of over 40 mph.
Liability; Can
not be accepted for any delays or non - performance due to:
(a) Loss or damage of any of the goods by Fire, Storm, Tempest or Accident.
(b) Strikes or industrial disputes.
(c) Weather conditions.
(d) Problems caused by Public or Local Authorities to which the Hirer
should have obtained prior permission.
(e) Injury incurred to persons or property during the period of hire.
Deposit; A 20%
deposit is required to secure a booking. This deposit will be retained
until all equipment has been returned and inspected. Following inspection,
the deposit will be returned to the Hirer and any charges for damage,
loss or cleaning will be deducted from the deposit.
Payment; Unless
prior arrangement has been made, full settlement is to be made on completion
of delivery and erection of the event equipment. If payment is late
or over looked then a charge of 2.5% above the current bank rate may
be added.
Cancellation; In
the event of cancellation a fee may be payable to the Company. Notice given % of total payable
Less than 7 days notice 50%.
Less than 28 days notice. 25%
The Hirer shall
not be entitled to withhold payment of any of the amounts payable under
the Contract because of any disputed claim of the Hirer in respect of
defective services or any other alleged breach of contract.
The above conditions
form part of the Contract for Hire and by the acceptance of the equipment
the Hirer is deemed to have accepted these conditions.
