Members must
be age 18 or over to borrow items from the Bicester Green Library of Things. The
Bicester Green Library of Things will be referred to as "BGLOT" for
the purpose of this Agreement.
Only Members
of BGLOT are eligible to borrow items. Prior to borrowing items, all Members
must (a) complete a Membership Application Form; (b) sign the Liability Waiver
and Indemnification Form; and (c) have their residence confirmed by a BGLOT
volunteer or member of the staff (d) Pay the Membership Fee. For BGLOT Active
Volunteers the Membership Fee is waived.
Items have a
fee for borrowing. These fees will be listed on BGLOT’s website and our lending
platform. The borrowing fees must be paid prior to borrowing items from BGLOT.
Borrowing fees pay for Staff, item maintenance, replacement parts, new items
and upkeep of BGLOT’s facilities.
BGLOT staff
are available to assist in explaining the operation of items, and can provide
any available manuals upon request. However, by taking possession of any item,
the Member warrants and represents to BGLOT that he or she (a) has no mental or
physical incapacity that would affect his or her ability to use the item
safely, (b) is experienced in using the item and (c) is capable of using the
item in a safe and proper manner.
Only the
Member is authorised to use BGLOT’s items. The Member shall not permit the use
of items checked out to him or her by any other person unless by express
permission of BGLOT.
Items may
only be reserved ahead up to three (3) Months prior to the collection date.
Reservations should be made online or in written form and can either be emailed
or dropped off at BGLOT in-person.
All items
will be lent for a period of one (1) week and are to be returned to BGLOT on or
before their Return Date deadline. Items may only be returned during BGLOT
opening hours. Late fines (£1 per item per day - whether BGLOT is opened or
not) will be levied for each item kept past the loan period. All fines and fees
must be paid in full before Members can borrow additional items. We reserve the
right to change late fees under extreme circumstances.
All items
are to be returned in the same (or better) condition as they were issued,
barring normal wear and tear. All items must be returned clean. A £5 cleaning
fee will be assessed if the items are returned dirty. The Member agrees to pay
for the BGLOTs of or damage to any item and while normal wear and tear is to be
expected, it does not necessarily exempt BGLOT members from accruing repair
fees. The Member further agrees to accept BGLOT staff’s assessment of the
condition of returned items and staff’s assessment of fair restitution for
damage, delinquency and/or BGLOTs of items in part or in total. This restitution
amount could equal replacement cost of the item plus handling and processing
fees items.
Members may
renew each item for a second period (a) if automatic renewal is possible
online, and (b) no other Member has reserved the item. In an effort to maximize
availability of items BGLOT reserves the right to refuse or limit renewals.
The Member
agrees that BGLOT is not responsible for any manufacturing defects in quality
of workmanship or materials inherent in any borrowed items. Each time you take
an item out you must check it visually before you take it, and make other
checks for any faults that you may be able to identify before using it. The
Member agrees that if any borrowed item becomes unsafe or in a state of
disrepair, he or she must immediately discontinue use of the item and notify BGLOT
on return. BGLOT will only be liable to you for BGLOTs or damage caused by our
negligence in failing to tell you about a known fault. We will not be liable
for faults of which we are not aware of, other than this BGLOT exclude all
liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence or breach of contract.
When
borrowing electrical equipment, the Member must check the visible wires and
plug for any damage before use. If the Member is using the item outside, moving
it about, or using it in circumstances where it may encounter water, anything
sharp or other electrical wiring, a circuit breaker must be used. The Member
must take ALL necessary precautions when using the borrowed item. Personal
Protective Equipment should be worn where appropriate, including but not
limited to, eye protection, ear protection, gloves, appropriate footwear, etc.
If one
Member borrows an item and with BGLOT's agreement pass it on to another
Borrower before it is returned to BGLOT and booked in, the first Member remains
liable to BGLOT for the return and condition of the object until it is returned
to BGLOT. If a Member collects an item from another Borrower with BGLOT's
agreement, that loan will also be on the terms of this Agreement.
Members may
reserve items online or by contacting BGLOT. All items are first come, first
served basis (unless the item was reserved). Items can be checked out online;
if they are not picked up by the end of the next day that BGLOT is open, then
the item will be put back in circulation.
Borrower
understands and accepts that in an effort to maximize availability of items to
all Members, BGLOT may send emails as a reminder when borrowed tools’ return
dates are approaching. When items are not returned by the designated due date, BGLOT
will issue an overdue notice by phone call, email, or letter. If the items are
not returned after the notice has been sent, appropriate steps will be taken to
retrieve them, including the use of a collection agency and/or legal action.
Fines must be paid in full before borrowing additional items.
BGLOT
reserves the right to limit the amount of items borrowed, refuse the loan of
any item or request for membership at the staff’s discretion. We reserve the
right to change these terms and conditions at any time, and you agree to abide
by the most recent version of this Terms of Use Agreement each time you borrow
from the Bicester Green Library of Things.
The signing
Member affirms that the information provided on the Membership Application is
current, true, and correct. He or she understands that this information may be
subject to verification. He or she also understands that their email will be
added to BGLOT's mailing list and that they can unsubscribe from such
newsletter at any time during the receipt of any email newsletter.
The signing
Member further states that he or she has read and fully understands the rules
and regulations of BGLOT, and he or she understands that failure to comply with
any of these rules may result in revocation of their borrowing privileges
and/or legal action against them. The signing Member has read and signed a
Waiver and Indemnification form, relinquishing any and all claims against BGLOT.
Please check
the box and add your signature to the space provided on the Membership Form, acknowledging
that you have read and agree to BGLOT’s Item Use Policy.
The items in
our collection are for the use of Bicester Green Library of Things (BGLOT)
members. Out of respect for future users, please take care of the items you
borrow and report any damage to BGLOT immediately. Though borrowers are
responsible for damage that they have caused, we promise not to be angry. If
you feel compelled to return them in better condition than when you borrowed
them, that would be highly appreciated!
Your
Statements – READ THIS CAREFULLY EVERY TIME YOU BORROW ANYTHING
I am capable
and experienced in using the items I am borrowing, and that I will use the
items I am borrowing in a safe and proper manner. I am aware that the Bicester
Green Library of Things (BGLOT), its partners, directors, officers, members,
volunteers and employees claim no expertise and make no representation
concerning the fitness of any item for any particular use.
I understand
that I am solely responsible for ensuring that the tools and/or equipment that
I borrow are used for the purpose for which it/they were intended, and that I
will do so in line with the manufacturer’s instructions to which I have been
referred by BGLOT. I borrow these items on the condition of doing the aforesaid
and thereby hold BGLOT, it’s officers, employees and volunteers harmless for
any damage to personal property, death or injury to self or others through
improper or negligent use of the tools and/or equipment, save for those which
were caused by a defect that was known, or ought reasonably to be known to BGLOT
(such as having been notified of the defect previously and having neglected to
remedy it prior to the item being loaned out etc). I further agree to fully
indemnify BGLOT against any claim(s) for damages that arise from the damage to
or destruction of the property of any third party that arises through the
improper or negligent use of any tools or equipment borrowed from BGLOT.
I agree to
release and indemnify and hold harmless Bicester Green Library of Things, its
officers, agents, volunteers and employees from any and all liability, BGLOTs,
claims, and demands, actions or causes of action for the death or injury to any
persons and for any property damage suffered or incurred by any person which
arises or may arise or be occasioned in any way from the use or possession of
items I am borrowing from BGLOT.
I have read
and fully understand and agree to the Borrower’s Agreement & Items Use
Policy BGLOT and I understand that failure to comply with any of these rules
may result in revocation of my borrowing privileges and/or legal action against
me.
SHORT: I'm
responsible for how I use what I borrow, and I won't blame the AWESOME team
behind Bicester Green Library of Things for what I do with the items.