Hire Agreement

Vision Bouncy Castles is a trading name of Vision Tint Limited.
The instructions printed on this form are there to help your children have a fun time, and ensure their safety. Please read and follow the safety and rental instructions listed, use your own common sense and have a great time! The hirer must be over the age of 18 and will be held fully liable for any damage or loss of the equipment.
 
1) No adults allowed on the children’s inflatables. The maximum age limit is 12 years.
 
2) It is essential that use of the equipment be closely supervised at all times by a responsible adult (18+). Statistics show that incidents mostly occur when use of the equipment is unsupervised.

3) No shoes, glasses, jewellery, buckles, key-rings, metal-studded clothing, pets, toys or other sharp instruments or any other similar items which could cause damage to others or the equipment, allowed on the inflatable.

4) No face paints, party poppers, coloured streamers or silly string must be used near or on the inflatable. They make a considerable mess and will permanently stain damage the unit for which the hiree will be liable.

5) No smoking, fires or barbecues to be used on/near inflatable.

6) Do not relocate the inflatable. It has been positioned in a location that has been assessed for risks by our personnel. If it must be moved for safety reasons, deflate it, disconnect and remove the blower then lift the inflatable (this can be done with a person lifting each corner) do not under any circumstances drag it.

7) Keep children off the equipment when inflating/deflating/ deflated to prevent risk of injury and protect the inflatable structure. Deflate the inflatable when not supervised or in use (i.e. during adverse weather conditions). The unit must not be used in wet and windy conditions and must also be suitably anchored at all times.

8) No food or drink shall be allowed on the inflatable.

9) Do not allow children to swing, climb or sit on the inflatable walls.

10) Do not overcrowd the inflatable or allow children to become boisterous, push or collide with each other. Should this occur the unit is overcrowded? Common sense will determine how many children of any one size can play safely on the equipment. It is also advised that no mixed age of children to be on together due to banged heads, nosebleeds, etc.

11) Inflatables installed into licensed premises must be operated in a fenced off, glass free area, deflated and securely stored when not in use, and supervised by Vision Bouncy Castles, the Hiree or an adult (18yrs+) employee of the licensed premises at all times.

12) Please warn children of the tie down points and make the area behind the inflatable, where the electrical blower is sited, out of bounds for children.
 
13) Ensure all electrical connections, extension leads, plugs and sockets, as well as the blower itself, are adequately protected from rain or water ingress.

14) Consider medical conditions of the children using the equipment (especially those with a history of neck or back problems). Asthmatics and children with special needs may require additional supervision while using this equipment.
15) Ensure there is adequate first aid equipment available before using the equipment.
16) Water fights are fun but do not spray water near the electric blower.
17) Occasionally check that the inflatable is still securely pegged down.
18) Never switch the blower on and off whilst the inflatable is in use.
19) If the inflatable fails for whatever reason, evacuate immediately to prevent injury.
20) Do not allow anyone to bounce on the front safety step as a child could easily bounce off the step and get hurt. The step is there to assist users in getting on or off.

21) In the event of heavy rain, it is strongly recommended that the bouncy castle be switched off. Any wetness, including bubbling (which is normal) can be dried with a towel.

22) No unauthorised person should move the bouncy castle or tamper with the electrical equipment.

23) We reserve the right to cancel your booking at any time due to unforseen circumstances.

24) We are fully insured by FML Insurance - Essex. 01702 437 800, any claim is subject to an excess of £250 which the hirer concerned would be liable for.

25) The inflatable must be returned in an acceptable condition, i.e. clean, unsoiled and undamaged. If it is badly soiled or damaged The Hirer will be expected to pay an additional charge to cover the cleaning costs and our loss of earnings if the inflatable is rendered out of commission for any reason.
 
The Hiree should be aware that, all persons using our inflatables do so at their own risk. Whilst in the Hiree's care, the Hiree is fully responsible for the inflatable and will be liable for any damage or injury occurring, or as a result of misuse or reckless use. The Hiree will be asked to pay for the repair or replacement of any loss or damage that may occur, this will include the inflatable being returned in an unacceptable condition (i.e. if it is dirty or badly soiled the Hiree will be expected to pay an additional cleaning charge). It is the sole responsibility of the Hiree to ensure anyone using the equipment adheres to this hire agreement. Vision Tint Limited cannot accept any liability for any injury caused by using this equipment.