WASTE SERVICES
TERMS OF HIRE
Customers Warrant :-
That the waste material is of such a nature that the regulations issued by the Secretary of State under the Deposit of Poisonous Waste Act 1972 (hereafter called the “Act” in force on the date of the removal of each loaded container exempt the waste material being removed from the provisions of the Act.
Or
That the required notice has been served under the provisions of Section 3(1) of the Act on the required Authorities in the form required by Section 3(2) of the Act covering the removal of each loaded container.
Customers warrant that with respect to each container ordered to be placed other than on private property the permission of the Highways Authority has been duly obtained under Section 31 of the Highways Act 1971 and customers undertake that they will ensure that all conditions subject to which the aforesaid permission is granted shall be observed at all times and in particular will secure that the container will be properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.
Customers requesting or ordering vehicles delivering or collecting containers to leave the public highway shall reimburse us in full in respect of any loss, cost, claims, damages or expenses we may thereby sustain whether as a result of damage to the vehicles themselves or the property of customers or third parties.
Customers shall reimburse us in respect of any loss or damage to the containers whilst on hire to them from whatsoever cause the same may arise (fair wear and tear expected). They shall also fully indemnify us in respect of any claims for such injury to persons or property arising out of the use of the containers whilst on hire to them howsoever the same may be caused or arise.
In addition to customers undertaking to observe at all times the conditions subject to which the permission of the Highway Authority is granted as foresaid (including in particular the provision of lamps and traffic cones) if containers are sited anywhere else where they are likely to be a contributory cause of damage or injury to third parties during the hours of darkness customers shall provide adequate warning light on the containers and they shall also ensure the safe loading of material into the containers.
The skip must be loaded and level. Overloaded skips are dangerous and illegal, aborted collections or exchanges will mean further charges.
Once a skip has been positioned by the correct equipment, it should not be moved.
Adequate notice must be given to the office for collection of skips.
Customers will be responsible for any infrastructure damage or failure such as tarmac, concrete or block paviours however caused.
All manhole covers and inspection covers are capable of supporting the vehicle.
Please note we require a minimum of one foot or thirty centimetres working distance on each side of the vehicle.
Any wasted trips will be charged at a minimum of £35 per visit.
Any loss or damage to the containers will be charged for at the current market rates.
No fires, a fire will distort the sides of the container causing damage beyond repair, in which case a full replacement cost at the current market value will apply.
Overdue Accounts will be subject to a 5% surcharge per month.
Waste within the container will remain the property and responsibility of the hirer until such times as it has been paid for, identified and disposed of under the terms and conditions.
SANITATION SERVICES
TERMS OF HIRE
APPLICATION The conditions as stated hereinafter shall apply to all contracts entered by Ace Liftaway Sanitation Services / Ace Liftaway VIPs stated hereinafter as the “owner” for the hire of site units and or other equipment, hereinafter called the “plant”. The company, firm, person corporation or public authority taking the owners plant on hire is hereinafter called the “hirer”. These conditions shall override any terms sought to be imposed by the hirer, inconsistent herewith, which are hereby expressly excluded. No variation shall be effective unless agreed in writing by the owner.
COMMENCEMENT & TERMINATION OF HIRE The date of commencement of the hiring shall be determined by the contract. The date of termination is that on which the plant is returned to the owner, both days as aforementioned are chargeable to the hirer. Where the hiring is intermediate and not for a fixed period the hiring shall be terminated by either party giving reasonable time for the collection of the equipment on hire.
CONDITIONS OF THE PLANT ON RECEIPT Unless the owner receives notification within 24 hours followed by written confirmation all plant shall be deemed to have been delivered in good working order and to the hirer’s satisfaction.
CARE, MAINENANCE AND HANDLING The hirer shall be responsible for insuring the plant against any damage caused during the hire period. The hirer shall be acquainted with the condition of the plant and shall not keep it under use after it has become in a defective, damaged or dangerous state. Negligence or misuse on the part of the hirer or his servants, or wilful or accidental damage however occurring, the hirer shall be liable to the owner.
For the cost of the repairs.
For the charges while the plant is idle due to the breakdown or damage and while repairs are being carried out.
INDEMNITY The hirer shall indemnify the owner in respect of all claims/demands, remedies, suits, costs, injuries, or claims for compensation and the like in connection with hiring or by use of the plant by the hirer.
COMPLIANCE WITH LAW The hirer shall be responsible for complying with all relevant laws, bylaws and regulations applicable and incidental use and operation of the plant. The hirer shall not move the plant from the site position it was delivered or consigned to without the agreement in writing from the owner. Overdue accounts are subject to a 5% surcharge per month.
CONSEQUENTIAL LOSSES The owner shall not be liable for any consequential expenses, liabilities, losses, claims or proceedings whatsoever caused by, or arising out of the late delivery, non delivery, unsuitability or repossession of the plant or any breakdown or defect in the plant.
The company reserve the right to charge for delays and additional labour time required in connection with works/delivery/collection and time spent due to the unsuitable site conditions and/or soft ground due to inclement weather or any other condition. Current rate of £50.00 per hour will be charged without prejudice. Note : one hour maximum site time is allowed for delivery and collection.
The company accepts no liability whatsoever in respect of third party claims of consequential loss or damage of any kind and the hirer shall indemnify the company against third party claims unless such liability be caused by faulty materials or workmanship or negligence on the part of the company.
The hirer warrants that the vehicle and equipment belonging to the company will have suitable access, free from all overhead obstructions, trees, hedges etc and without buried pipes and other concealed services that may suffer damage occasioned by the transport, use, erection/installation and/or dismantling/removal of equipment.
RIGHT OF ACCESS The hirer shall allow access to the plant at all reasonable times for the purpose of inspection, maintenance replacement or repossession.
HIRER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO THIRD PARTIES The hirer shall fully and completely indemnify the owner in respect of all claims by any person whatsoever for injury to person or damage to property howsoever caused, including all costs and charges in connection with the use of the plant, whether arising under statute or common law, or from the negligence or breach of duty, other wrongful act or omission of the owner or any of the owners employees.
SAFE USE OF THE PLANT The hirer confirms that it has the necessary knowledge and experience to operate and use the plant. The hirer will not allow any person to use the plant who is not properly instructed in its use and will ensure that all applicable Health and Safety rules and regulations are observed. Where the plant comprises electrical equipment it must be connected to the correct supply by a qualified electrician. The hirer is responsible for providing a suitable electrical and earth supply to the base of each item of plant.
VIP HIRE
TERMS OF HIRE
APPLICATION The conditions as stated hereinafter shall apply to all contracts entered by Ace Liftaway Sanitation Services / Ace Liftaway VIPs stated hereinafter as the “owner” for the hire of site units and or other equipment, hereinafter called the “plant”. The company, firm, person corporation or public authority taking the owners plant on hire is hereinafter called the “hirer”. These conditions shall override any terms sought to be imposed by the hirer, inconsistent herewith, which are hereby expressly excluded. No variation shall be effective unless agreed in writing by the owner.
COMMENCEMENT & TERMINATION OF HIRE The date of commencement of the hiring shall be determined by the contract. The date of termination is that on which the plant is returned to the owner, both days as aforementioned are chargeable to the hirer. Where the hiring is intermediate and not for a fixed period the hiring shall be terminated by either party giving reasonable time for the collection of the equipment on hire.
CONDITIONS OF THE PLANT ON RECEIPT Unless the owner receives notification within 24 hours followed by written confirmation all plant shall be deemed to have been delivered in good working order and to the hirer’s satisfaction.
CARE, MAINENANCE AND HANDLING The hirer shall be responsible for insuring the plant against any damage caused during the hire period. The hirer shall be acquainted with the condition of the plant and shall not keep it under use after it has become in a defective, damaged or dangerous state. Negligence or misuse on the part of the hirer or his servants, or wilful or accidental damage however occurring, the hirer shall be liable to the owner.
For the cost of the repairs.
For the charges while the plant is idle due to the breakdown or damage and while repairs are being carried out.
INDEMNITY The hirer shall indemnify the owner in respect of all claims/demands, remedies, suits, costs, injuries, or claims for compensation and the like in connection with hiring or by use of the plant by the hirer.
COMPLIANCE WITH LAW The hirer shall be responsible for complying with all relevant laws, bylaws and regulations applicable and incidental use and operation of the plant. The hirer shall not move the plant from the site position it was delivered or consigned to without the agreement in writing from the owner. Overdue accounts are subject to a 5% surcharge per month.
CONSEQUENTIAL LOSSES The owner shall not be liable for any consequential expenses, liabilities, losses, claims or proceedings whatsoever caused by, or arising out of the late delivery, non delivery, unsuitability or repossession of the plant or any breakdown or defect in the plant.
The company reserve the right to charge for delays and additional labour time required in connection with works/delivery/collection and time spent due to the unsuitable site conditions and/or soft ground due to inclement weather or any other condition. Current rate of £50.00 per hour will be charged without prejudice. Note : one hour maximum site time is allowed for delivery and collection.
The company accepts no liability whatsoever in respect of third party claims of consequential loss or damage of any kind and the hirer shall indemnify the company against third party claims unless such liability be caused by faulty materials or workmanship or negligence on the part of the company.
The hirer warrants that the vehicle and equipment belonging to the company will have suitable access, free from all overhead obstructions, trees, hedges etc and without buried pipes and other concealed services that may suffer damage occasioned by the transport, use, erection/installation and/or dismantling/removal of equipment.
RIGHT OF ACCESS The hirer shall allow access to the plant at all reasonable times for the purpose of inspection, maintenance replacement or repossession.
HIRER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO THIRD PARTIES The hirer shall fully and completely indemnify the owner in respect of all claims by any person whatsoever for injury to person or damage to property howsoever caused, including all costs and charges in connection with the use of the plant, whether arising under statute or common law, or from the negligence or breach of duty, other wrongful act or omission of the owner or any of the owners employees.
SAFE USE OF THE PLANT The hirer confirms that it has the necessary knowledge and experience to operate and use the plant. The hirer will not allow any person to use the plant who is not properly instructed in its use and will ensure that all applicable Health and Safety rules and regulations are observed. Where the plant comprises electrical equipment it must be connected to the correct supply by a qualified electrician. The hirer is responsible for providing a suitable electrical and earth supply to the base of each item of plant.