Terms & Conditions

Australian Triathlon Series - 'USM EVENTS Special Offer'

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The following are the terms and conditions of entry of USM EVENTS. These terms are not negotiable and by accepting an entry to the event via the USM EVENTS registration system and paying the entry fees you are hereby acknowledging your acceptance of our terms and conditions (For competitors under 18, a parent or guardian must accept)

WARNING: This is a legal document that affects your rights, if you are uncertain or uncomfortable with some of the condition of registration then we recommend that you obtain advice to ensure you understand and accept the conditions of entry.

I agree to participate in this event on the following basis:

1. I acknowledge that competitive sporting events involve the real risk of serious injury or even death from various causes including overexertion, equipment failure, dehydration, accidents with other competitors, spectators or road users, and course or weather conditions and other causes.

2. I understand that I should not participate in this event unless I have trained appropriately and will be in a fit state to complete the event safely. I acknowledge that if I am aware of an existing medical condition and uncertain of my state of fitness then a medical practitioner should verify my physical condition.

3. By participating, I accept all risks necessarily flowing from my participation that could result in injury, loss of life or permanent injury. Accordingly, I release all persons or corporations associated directly or indirectly with the conduct of the event from all claims demands and proceedings arising out of my participation and I hereby indemnify them against, all liability (including liability for their negligence and negligence of others) for all injury, loss or damage arising out of or connected with my participation in this event. This release shall extend to and include USM EVENTS, Triathlon Australia Inc, its members, state and territory triathlon associations, Queensland Events Corporation, City of Greater Geelong, City of Sydney, Events New South Wale, New South Wales Premiers Department, Sunshine Coast Regional Council, event sponsors, event marshals and their respective directors, partners, managers, officers, agents, contractors, employees and volunteers including event medical and paramedical personnel. This release and indemnity continues forever and binds my heirs, executors, personal representatives and assigns.

4. I consent to receiving any medical treatment including ambulance transportation that event organisers think desirable during or after the events.

5. I have provided or attached to my entry form details of any medical or physical conditions from which I suffer that might affect my performance or be relevant if medical treatment is needed. I accept the risk of participating despite these conditions. I have supplied an emergency contact name and number, this person is contactable both during and after the events and is not another participant.

6. I understand that compulsory insurance cover affected for participants in these events may not cover me for all injury, loss or damage sustained by me.

7. Safety precautions undertaken by organisers (such as course supervision, race safety briefings, bicycle and helmet safety checks) are a service to me and other participants but are not a guarantee of safety.

8. I understand my registration is an entry into a series and requires the participation in all three (3) events to be valid. For my entry into the Mooloolaba Triathlon to be valid I must have an event start from the 2011 Geelong Triathlon, for my entry into the Sydney Triathlon I must have event starts for both the 2011 Geelong and Mooloolaba Triathlons.

9. If I withdrawal from one event within the series I automatically withdraw from the series, including all remaining events. There will be a 10% cancellation fee up until 5pm Wednesday 9th February, 2011 (10 days before Geelong), a 50% cancellation fee up until 5pm Wednesday 16th March, 2011 (10 days before Mooloolaba) and an 80% cancellation fee up until 5pm Wednesday 30th March, 2011 (10 days before Sydney). If I am unable to compete after these times and dates my registration fee is non-refundable.

10. My registration is not transferable to other people. Any attempt to transfer my entry or allow another person to participate under my name without the event organisers knowledge may result in total cancellation without refund, insurance being deemed void and inability to enter further USM EVENTS events.

11. Event organisers may change the event format, course or other race conditions at their discretion. If that occurs, this agreement applies to the changed conditions.

12. I agree that if the events are cancelled due to storm, rain, inclement weather, winds or other 'Act of God' conditions or safety concerns, or if I do not participate in the event for any other reason, my entry fee shall be non refundable.

13. I agree to abide by all race results and directions issued by the event organiser and/or the relevant sport's governing body.

14. I certify I will receive a race briefing at registration that I will read and abide by!

15. I acknowledge and consent to photographs and electronic images being taken of me before, during or after the event by an official representative of the event organiser. I acknowledge and agree that such photographs and electronic images are owned by the event organiser and that the event organiser and event sponsors may use the images, my name and my performance for promotional broadcasting, reporting purposes and/or other purposes at any time by any form of media without my further consent being necessary. The event organiser is not responsible for photographs and electronic images taken by persons who are not an official representative of the event organiser.

16. I acknowledge and consent to the event organisers providing my personal details (limited to race number and full name) to Sporting Images for the purpose of promoting photographs from the event. Sporting Images will place photos from the event on their website, www.sportingimages.com.au which will be available for purchase.

17. I agree to my name and contact details being included on the event database which may be used for commercial purposes. I acknowledge that USM EVENTS will automatically subscribe me to the bi-monthly USM EVENTS email newsletter, which contains important information and updates relating to events. I can opt-out at any time by clicking the relevant link in any issue of the USM eNews.

18. I am fully responsible for the security of my personal possessions at the event including my bike and other valuable items within the race transition area. USM will not be liable for replacement of any personal possessions.

19. I acknowledge that I will receive a race timing band at all timed events which remains the property of USM EVENTS. A recorded time is not guaranteed. Should I not return my timing band to USM EVENTS I agree to reimburse them $50.

20. I certify that I am 18 years of age or older, or I am the parent/legal guardian of a child under the age of 18 and I have read this document and understand and accept the terms and conditions it contains.