TERMS, CONDITIONS & SAFETY

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All participants are required to read and agree to the following Terms & Conditions as part of the on-site induction prior to departure.

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1. Safety Induction

Before departure, all guests must participate in a mandatory safety demonstration, which will include instruction on the following:

• Emergency contact phone numbers

• Starting and stopping the outboard motor

• Operating the vessel in forward and reverse

• Correct use of life jackets and when they are required

  • All children under 12 years of age must wear a life jacket at all times while the vessel is in motion

• Location of fire extinguisher and first aid kits

• Location of the life ring

• Location and use of the inlet map, including:

  • Public moorings

  • Approved access areas

  • Restricted and out-of-bounds areas

• Areas the vessel must not enter, including:

  • Under the bridge

  • The main channel

• Correct use of the onboard toilet

• Location of rubbish bins

  • The inlet is a pristine waterway, and all guests are expected to help keep it clean

• Anchor location, correct anchoring procedure, checking anchor rope, and safe storage of loose rope

• Gate safety and explanation of why bow riding is strictly prohibited

• General vessel operation and correct return of the vessel to the wharf

• Respecting wildlife in and out of the water

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2. Prohibited Activities

For safety reasons, the following activities are strictly prohibited at all times:

• Accessing or standing on the roof of the vessel

• Diving or jumping from the vessel

• Bow riding

• Landing the vessel on the foreshore

• Entering oyster leases or sandbars

 

Failure to comply may result in immediate termination of the hire without refund.

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3. Safe and Responsible Behaviour

All guests agree to behave in a safe and responsible manner at all times while in possession of the vessel.

• The driver of the vessel must remain under a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.05 at all times while operating the vessel

• Guests must follow all instructions provided by Mal’s BBQ Boats staff, whether written, verbal, or implied

• The vessel must be operated in a safe and lawful manner at all times

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4. Capacity & Responsibility

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• The maximum number of people permitted on board the vessel is 12

• Exceeding this limit may result in fines issued by Maritime authorities

• By agreeing to these Terms & Conditions, the designated responsible person accepts full responsibility for:

  • The safety and wellbeing of all passengers

  • The safe operation and security of the vessel

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5. Condition of Vessel & Damage

 

The vessel must be returned in the same condition as it was at departure, allowing for normal wear and tear.

• If the vessel is returned untidy or unclean, a $100 cleaning fee will apply

• Guests are financially responsible for all damage, loss, or breakage incurred during the hire period

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6. Acknowledgement of Responsibility

 

By agreeing to these Terms & Conditions, the designated responsible person acknowledges and agrees that:

• They have undertaken the full safety induction

• They understand and accept all safety requirements and operating instructions

• They will remain sober and below a BAC of 0.05 while in control of the vessel

• They will ensure the safety of all passengers at all times

• They will operate the vessel responsibly and prioritise passenger safety

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7. Cancellation & Bad Weather Policy

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• Cancellations or booking changes must be made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled booking time

• Mal’s BBQ Boats reserves the right to cancel or reschedule bookings due to poor or unsafe weather conditions

• In the event of a weather-related cancellation by Mal’s BBQ Boats, customers will be offered:

  • A rescheduled booking, or

  • A credit or refund

• All refunds are subject to a 5% administration and processing fee