General
(a) The contract is for the hire and/or sale of equipment detailed on the contract. The parties to the contract are:
(i) the Hirer, as an individual or an organisation whoseofficial representative will be the signatory of thecontract.
(ii) Event Furniture Limited (Registered No. 5362649)with registered office at 50 Peakes Road,Etchinghill, Rugeley, Staffs, WS15 21XNo changes or additions shall be effective. Any condition not enforced or deemed invalid will not affect other conditions.
(b) All equipment hired remains the property of Event Furniture Limited at all times. Purchased equipment remains the property of Event Furniture Limited untilfull payment is received by Event Furniture Limited.
(c) Where the Hirer is in breach or subject to insolvency orliquidation proceedings, Event Furniture Limited mayterminate the contract and collect equipment without
affecting any rights to recover monies owing or breachof contract damages.
Charging
(a) Hire charges will be for periods of 3 days (72 hours) or one week (7 days) or multiples, including Bank Holidays, as detailed on the hire contract. All charges quoted are subject to VAT at the current rate.
(b) Delivery and Collection will be charged at current Event Furniture Limited rates. Failed delivery and collection attempts will be charged at current rates.
(c) All outstanding payments, including VAT, will be paid on demand.
(d) Deposits will be requested as security on equipment hired and will be used against any outstanding payments. Any balance due is refunded by cheque on return of equipment in sound/clean condition.
(e) When a Hirer has signed a blank credit card voucher,Event Furniture Limited may insert and present for payment all monies due as detailed on the contract.
(f) Any equipment unavailable for inspection or collection, after a reasonable time, will be deemed to be lost and a charge will be made to the Hirer equal to the current replacement value of the equipment. The Hirer agrees to pay for all equipment loss, repair and cleaning. Hire charges will continue until full payment is made.
(g) 72 hours notice is required for full or part cancellation of the contract or full charges may be levied.
The Hirer
(a) Adequate delivery and collection access will be provided by the Hirer. Any loading, unloading, set up or break down assistance provided by Event Furniture Limited is at the Hirers risk.
(b) The Hirer or his signatory will check quantities and condition of equipment on delivery and sign the contract to confirm agreement. Any damage or shortfall must be agreed, noted on the contract and signed off by both parties.
(c) The Hirer accepts full responsibility for the security and safe use of the equipment until collection or return to Event Furniture Limited.
(a) Agreed hire rates will be maintained for the length of the contract.
(b) Appropriate instruction on the safe use and operation of the equipment will be provided by Event Furniture Limited.
(c) All powered equipment will undergo appropriate testing and inspection in accordance with relevant statutory requirements prior to commencement of hire.
(d) Whilst Event Furniture Limited will make every endeavour to supply equipment as described in the current catalogue and website, all items are offered subject to availability. Circumstances may lead to alternative products being supplied, but they will conform to the same standards.
(e) If equipment cannot be supplied on the agreed date because of circumstances beyond its reasonable control, Event Furniture Limited shall return all monies paid and not be liable to pay further compensation to the Hirer.
(f) The liability of Event Furniture Limited for any claims made by the hirer will not exceed the contract charge and does not extend to any consequential or financial loss caused by late or non-delivery, unsuitability, breakdown or lawful repossession.
January 2006
Enviromental Policy
Event Hire has in place an Environmental Policy that sets out the principal and standards for the company. All staff are made aware of the policy and are required to comply with the policy. The business development director is responsible for its overall performance.
The aim is for continuous improvement in environmental management and performance by employees and encourage support from suppliers and customers.
General
All actions comply with relevant regulations.
All business is carried out with regard to the environment, habitats and biodiversity.
Business operations are regularly assessed for compliance with regulation and policy.
Environmental consideration will be taken into account in major business decisions.
Employees are encouraged to work in an environmentally manner.
Suppliers are encouraged to supply goods and services in an environmentally responsible manner and if possible made a condition of supply.
Provide customers with products and services that are environmentally responsible in use.
Transport
Ensure loading, route planning and order accuracy are maintained to minimise vehicle mileages.
All vehicles to be maintained to the highest standard in order to keep emissions and fuel consumption to a minimum.
All vehicles to be driven in a responsible manner in order to keep emissions and fuel consumption to a minimum.