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These terms and conditions are binding upon any person, club, society or organisation hiring the classroom at Brocks Hill Visitor Centre. 

All references to 'the Council' refer to Oadby and Wigston Borough Council and Authorised Officers of the Council. 

8. Damage to premises or equipment

The Hirer shall be liable on demand for any damage to the premises of the fixtures, fittings, furniture and any equipment or articles provided within the Centre and caused by his or her use of the premises.  The cost of restoring the premises, the fixtures, fittings, furniture and any equipment or articles provided within the Centre to their original condition shall be assessed by the Council whose decision is final.  No screws or nails shall be driven into walls, floors or ceilings of the premises, fixtures and fittings.  The Hirer shall leave the premises in a clean and tidy manner.  In the event of damage payment for costs of repair or replacement will be incurred by the Hirer.

9. Injury to persons and damage to property

The Council and its servants or agents will not be held responsible for any damage or loss of goods, property or equipment or for personal injury (except in the case of negligence by the Council) on the Council's premises or land, howsoever caused.  The Hirer shall indemnify the Council, its servants or agents against any claims, which may be made in respect thereof.  Any accident must be reported to the Council as soon as possible after its occurrence, but in any event, prior to departing from the Centre.

10. Decorations and fixings

No decorations, flags, emblems, posters or any other loose articles may be fixed to walls, floors, ceilings, fixtures or fittings without the written consent of the Council.

11. Removal of equipment

The Hirer and/or contractors or others engaged by the Hirer to supply decorations, fittings or other facilities will be required to remove and clear away all articles belonging to them by the end of the hire period.  All reasonable instructions given on behalf of the Council by its Authorised Officers shall be observed.

12. Lighting and other electrical equipment

No additions or alterations to the lighting, loud speakers, microphones or other electrical arrangements may be made without the written consent of the Council.  Pyrotechnics of any sort must not be used without the written consent of the Council.  No electrical apparatus may be brought on to the premises without the written consent of the Council who must be satisfied that the equipment has been checked for safety.

13. Fire safety

No smoking is allowed in any part of the building.  The Hirer shall ensure that there is no interference whatsoever during the period of hire with fire extinguishers or any other fire fighting equipment except in the case of an emergency.  The Hirer must not interfere with fire doors and doors fitted with automatic closures.  The Hirer shall keep every corridor, passage and exit of the premises clear of obstruction and ready for use in an emergency.  Materials used in the construction of items or costumes or other apparatus brought on to the premises by the Hirer, should be treated and maintained in a fire retardant condition in accordance with current regulations.

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