Terms & Conditions

1. Equipment Hire

This policy applies to the hire of the 1.2 tonne excavator (“the Equipment”) owned by D F corporation (“the Owner”).
By submitting a booking or hire request through this website, the Hirer (“you”) agrees to the following terms and conditions.

2. Booking & Payment

• All hire bookings are subject to availability and confirmation by the Owner.

• A $250 security bond is required prior to collection or delivery.

• Hire charges are calculated on a daily or weekly rate as agreed at the time of booking.

• The bond and full hire payment (or an agreed deposit) must be received before the commencement of hire.

• The bond will be refunded within 3–5 business days of the Equipment being returned, provided it is in good working order and no additional cleaning, damage, or late fees apply.

• The hire period commences when the Equipment leaves the Owner’s premises and ends when it is returned or collected.

3. Delivery, Collection & Transport

• The Hirer is responsible for transporting the Equipment unless delivery has been arranged with the Owner.

• All transport costs are at the Hirer’s expense unless otherwise agreed in writing.

• The Equipment must be returned in the same clean and operational condition it was supplied.

4. Responsibility & Use

• The Hirer must operate the Equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and only for its intended purpose.

• The Equipment must be operated by a competent, licensed operator.

• The Hirer is responsible for any damage, loss, or theft of the Equipment during the hire period, including while in transit.

• The Equipment must not be used for illegal, unsafe, or negligent purposes.

5. Maintenance & Fuel

• The Equipment is supplied in good working order.

• The Hirer must carry out basic daily checks (oil, water, fuel, etc.) and notify the Owner immediately of any faults or damage.

• The Equipment must be returned refuelled and clean, or additional charges may apply.

6. Insurance & Liability

• The Hirer is responsible for ensuring adequate insurance coverage while the Equipment is on hire.

• The Owner is not liable for any loss, damage, injury, or consequential loss arising from the use or misuse of the Equipment.

• The Hirer indemnifies the Owner against all claims, damages, or costs arising from the Hirer’s use of the Equipment.

7. Cancellation

• Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled hire start time.

• Cancellations made within 24 hours may incur a cancellation fee or forfeiture of deposit.

• The Owner reserves the right to cancel any booking due to equipment unavailability, safety, or maintenance issues.

8. Privacy

• Personal information collected through this website will only be used for booking and invoicing purposes.

• Your details will not be shared with third parties except as required by law.

9. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.
Any disputes will be resolved under the jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.

10. Acceptance

By proceeding with a booking, the Hirer acknowledges they have read, understood, and agree to the above terms and conditions, including the $250 bond requirement.

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