Conditions of hire

 
  1. The Hirer will, during the period of the hiring, be responsible for the supervision of the Hall and its fabric and contents, and for ensuring their safety from damage however slight. 

  2. The Hirer will, during the period of the hire, be responsible for the conduct of all persons using the Hall and its grounds

  3. The Hirer will be responsible for the supervision of all those under 16 who are using the Hall and for ensuring that there is sufficient responsible adult help.  Once in the Hall, no one is allowed off the premises until the end of the event.  Transport should be available for those attending the event and they must not be permitted to wander in the village.

  4. Regular users of the Hall should conduct their own Fire Risk Assessment and lodge a copy with the Committee. All hirers should acquaint themselves and their users with the layout of the building, and the location of the fire exits, fire fighting equipment and fire assembly point. They should also have an evacuation plan.

  5. The Hirer shall indemnify the Community Association for the cost of repair of any damage done to any part of the Hall or its grounds or the contents of the Hall which occurs during the period of hire or as a result of the hire.

  6. The Hirer shall be responsible for obtaining any licences that may be needed for the consumption of intoxicating liquor and for the observance of all other regulations appertaining to the premises as stipulated by the Fire Authority, the Local Authority of the Community Association.

  7. If the Hirer cancels the booking more than 7 days prior to the function, any hiring fee paid will be returned.  If the Hirer wishes to cancel the booking less than 7 days before the date of the event and the Community Association is unable to secure a replacement booking, the Community Association will decide if the hire fee will be refunded or not.

  8. At the end of the hiring, the Hirer shall be responsible for leaving the Hall and its grounds in a clean and tidy condition and any items moved from their usual positions properly replaced 

  9. If any sound system is used during the period of hire, the Hirer is responsible for ensuring that the sound is kept at a reasonable level.

  10. Any changes to the heating of the Hall must be dealt with by the Hall Keeper and not by any person using the Hall.

  11. The Hirer is responsible for using any equipment provided in the Hall safely.

  12. The Hirer is responsible for managing car parking to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

  13. If the Hirer wishes to bring electrical equipment into the Hall they are responsible for PAT testing the equipment prior to use.

  14. In accordance with Scottish Law no smoking is permitted in the Memorial Hall.