Contract

Pontoon Rental Operators Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Express Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement


Please read and be certain you understand the implications of signing, Express Assumption of Risk Associated with use of Parasailing and Related Activities

By digitally signing below, I do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the inherent hazards and risks associated with motorized (e.g. Jet aid, rental boat) or non-motorized (e.g. Kayak, rafts) and related water sport activities to which I am about to engage, including by not limited to:


changing water flow, tides, currents, wave action and a ship’s wakes;


collision with any of the following:
Other participants b) the watercraft c) other watercraft d) man made or natural objects e) shuttle boat;


3) wind shear, inclement weather, lighting, variances and extremes of wind, weather and temperature;


4) my sense of balance, physical condition, ability to operate equipment, swim and/or follow directions;


5) collision, capsizing, sinking, or other hazard that may result in wetness injury, exposure to the elements, hypothermia, impact of the presence of the body upon the water, injection of water into my body orifices, and/or drowning


6) the presence of insects and marine life forms;


7) equipment failure or operator error;


8) heat or sun related injuries or illnesses, including sunburn, sun stroke, or dehydration;


9) fatigue, chill and/or reaction time and increased risk of an accident.


I specifically acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to abide by the Personal Watercraft Operational Instructions at all times and that I have been trained in the safe use of the water sport equipment to my complete satisfaction, and I am physically/mentally able to participate in the water sport activities to which I am about to engage.


I specifically waive any defense insofar as this contract is concerned that may arise as a result of any state or local law and/or regulation or policy that may impact lie enforceability.
I completely understand and agree to fully accept all responsibility on behalf of myself and all parties aboard, including minor children; any injuries, death or loss of personal property are caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releases named below.


Employees, volunteers, their insurers, and each and every landowner, municipal and/or governmental agency upon whose property which in an activity is conducted; as well as their insurers, from any and all liability of nature to include; all injury or damage (including death) to all parties involved with activities. This includes minors, as a result of my/our participation in this activity, even if caused by my negligence or by the negligence of the renter’s name above or any other person’s.


Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Indemnity Agreement
In consideration of being allowed to participate in the above-described activities, as well as the use of any of the facilities and the use of equipment of the below releases, I hereby agree as follows:


To waive and release any and all claims based upon negligence, active or passive, with the except of intentional, wanton, or willful misconduct that I may have in the future against all of the following named persons or entities herein referred to as releases.


To release the releases, their officers, directors, employees, representatives, agents, and volunteers, and vessels from liability and responsibility whatsoever and for any claims or causes of action that I, my estate, heirs, executors, or assigns may have for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death arising from the above activities whether caused by active or passive negligence of the release or otherwise, with the exception of gross negligence. By executing this document, I agree to hold the releases harmless and indemnify them in conjunction with any injury or loss of life that may occur as a result of engaging in the above activities.


I agree to pay for all damages or loss of equipment that may occur during my rental. I acknowledge that charges will be automatically charged at the end of rental. My security deposit will not be refunded if charges accumulate more than damages owed. I may also be required to pay more that security deposit. I also agree to pay for loss of time/rentals if boat or jet aid is not able to be rented due to damage.


By entering into this Agreement, I am not relying on any oral or written representation or statements made by the releases, other than what is set forth in this Agreement.


I hereby declare that I am of legal age and am competent to sign this Agreement or, If not, that my parent or legal guardian shall sign on my behalf and that my parent or legal guardian is in complete understanding and concurrence with this Agreement.


I understand and agree that all operators of equipment born after January 1, 1988 must possess proof of boater's safety education and valid photo identification.



PUNCTUALITY: We require the renter to be 30 minutes BEFORE the start of the rental time to go over the check-in process. Punctuality is expected as we do have limited staff and other renters to attend to. We reserve the right to cancel the rental after 15 minutes if renter is a No-Show (with no refund). Your attendant will go over all of the rules with you before launching. Late fees will be assessed if boat is not returned on time.

GAS: We require that the boat is re-filled with gas upon your return to the boat ramp at customers expense. There is an on-site gas station where you can fill it back up.

PET POLICY: No pets are allowed. No exceptions.

TUBE POLICY: Tubes will be supplied by Halls Bridge Rentals. No outside or unapproved tubes can be brought by the renter, due to insurance regulation and liability. No exceptions.

DRUG POLICY: No illegal drugs are allowed. No exceptions

ALCOHOL POLICY: Driver(s) are not allowed to operate the boat under the influence of alcohol. Law is as strict for operating a boat as it is for car drivers. Driving under the influence is a crime. See link below for Boating under the influence:

BOATING CERTIFICATE: Georgia DNR requires the driver and all guests to watch the following video. Please make sure to see video before the rental. Georgia DNR Boat Rental Safety Video.

MARINA PARKING POLICY: Please arrive at the Halls Bridge Marine’s Private boat ramp on site.

LIFE JACKETS: Life Jackets are provided. Please confirm how many people are going to join you, detailing adults and kids. This info is needed to provide the appropriate size.