PA Hire Terms & Conditions.
The basic hire charge includes;
1.1 Equipment hire according to the current specification (available on request).
1.2 Equipment operation for an agreed time (at least 1 operator).
1.3 Necessary personnel to install and operate equipment (additional personnel may be required, see 3.4).
1.4 Local travel costs (up to 20 miles from Bath).
Additional charges will be made for;
2.1 Hire of additional equipment to the current specification if requested by the hirer.
2.2 Additional travel costs for distances greater than 20 miles from Bath.
The hirer is responsible for providing;
3.1 Adequate mains level electrical power.
3.2 A safe & secure working environment, including solid level flooring for all equipment.
3.3 Appropriate and complete weatherproof covering for all equipment and personnel if the event is in the open air.
3.4 Additional personnel who are sober and capable of lifting heavy equipment without damage for unloading AND loading the equipment if;
3.4a The vehicular access to the room, or area of the event is greater than 10 metres.
3.4b The access between the vehicle and the room / area of the event is on uneven or soft ground causing difficulty for wheeled equipment to be moved.
3.5 Back stage passes for Livewire personnel and limited guests as requested.
3.6 If the event finishes at or after 1am and is more than 50 miles from Bath;
3.6a Accommodation for all personnel
3.6b A secure room at the venue which is locked, preferrably alarmed and sufficient for the PA to be stored overnight or appropriate overnight security personnel.
Bookings
4.1 A provisional booking may be taken by telephone or in writing which will reserve the requested date for up to 7 days . After 7 days, Livewire will accept alternative engagements if the deposit / fee arranged has not been paid.
4.2 No part of the job is to be concealed from the job description.
4.3 Livewire reserve the right to change the specification of equipment without notice.
4.4 No promotional offer by Livewire shall be used in conjunction with another.
4.5 Livewire's Terms and Conditions are applicable at the time of publishing.
4.6 Whether the booking form is signed and returned or not, these terms and conditions still apply.
Payment Terms
5.1 A deposit may be required.
5.2 The fee has to be paid in full at the end of the event, or
5.3 Invoices must be paid within 14 days of presentation.
5.4 There will be no refunds;
The hire charge is for hire and operation of equipment, not necessarily for a satisfactory result. This is because the end result can be subjective.
5.5 Cheques made payable to Livewire.
5.6 Direct bank transfer is preferred. The bank details will be provided on the invoice. (As a reference please quote the invoice number).
Cancellations
6.1 If the hirer cancels less than 7 days before the date of the event, deposits collected shall not be returned and a cancellation fee will be charged to amount to 50% of the total cost
6.2 If the hirer cancels less than 48 hours before Livewire is due to arrive, the full amount still applies.
6.3 Livewire reserve the right to cancel the booking in circumstances beyond our control, in which case the full deposits paid will be refunded.
6.4 Livewire may refuse to install, activate or operate any equipment if;
6.4a The venue or environment is deemed to be unsafe or insecure.
6.4b If in doing so, may cause unnecessary inconvenience or damage to persons or property.
6.4c If in doing so, breaks the law.
In these circumstances, the full hire charge still applies.
Damage & Security
7.1 The hirer shall be responsible for the security of the equipment whilst installed in the venue.
7.2 The hirer shall pay Livewire for any loss or damage of the hired equipment due to theft, negligence, misuse, malicious damage or any other reason whatsoever excluding general wear & tear (if not caused by an employee of Livewire).