Members’ Agreement and Items Policy
Members must be age 18 or over to borrow items from the Library of Things Saltburn. The Library of Things Saltburn will be referred to as "LoTS" for the purpose of this Agreement.
Only Members of the LoTS are eligible to borrow items. Prior to borrowing items, all Members must (a) complete a Membership Application Form; (b) agree the Liability Waiver and Indemnification Form; (c) have their residence confirmed by a LoTS volunteer or member of the staff; and (d) Make a donation towards their annual membership.
Items have a fee for borrowing, which refers to a week-long loan, and must be paid prior to borrowing things from the LoTS. Borrowing fees pay for items maintenance, replacement parts, new tools and upkeep of the LoTS’s facilities.
The LoTS staff is available to assist in explaining operation of items, and can provide any available manuals upon request. However, by taking possession of any item, the Member warrants and represents to the LoTS that they (a) has no mental or physical incapacity that would affect their ability to use the item safely, (b) is capable of using the item in a safe and proper manner.
Only the Member is authorized to use the LoTS’s items. The Member shall not permit the use of items checked out to them by any other person unless by the express permission of the LoTS. And items must not be used for business purposes.
Reservations should be made online or in person, and if the Member changes their mind, they should give the LoTS at least 30 days notice in order to receive a full refund.
All items will be lent for a period that works on a weekly basis and are to be returned to the LoTS on or before their return date deadline. Items may only be returned during the LoTS opening hours. Late fines will be levied for each item kept past the loan period. All fines and fees must be paid in full before Members can borrow additional items.
All items are to be returned in the same (or better) condition as they were issued, barring normal wear and tear. All items must be returned clean, otherwise a cleaning fee will be charged.
The Member agrees to pay for the loss of or any item. The Member further agrees to accept LoTS staff’s assessment of the condition of returned items and staff’s assessment of fair restitution for damage, delinquency and/or loss of items in part or in total.
Members may renew each item for a second period if (a) the Member contacts the LoTS by the day the item is due to be returned, and (b) no other Member has reserved the item. In an effort to maximize availability of items, the LoTS reserves the right to refuse or limit renewals.
The Member agrees that LoTS is not responsible for any manufacturing defects in quality of workmanship or materials inherent in any borrowed items. Each time you take an item out, you must check it visually before you take it, and make other checks for any faults that you may be able to identify before using it. The Member agrees that if any borrowed item becomes unsafe or in a state of disrepair, they must immediately discontinue use of the item and notify LoTS on return. LoTS will only be liable to you for damage caused by our negligence in failing to tell you about a known fault. We will not be liable for faults of which we are not aware of.
When borrowing electrical equipment, the Member must check the visible wires and plug for any damage before use. The Member must take ALL necessary precautions when using the borrowed item. Personal Protective Equipment should be worn where appropriate, including but not limited to, eye protection, ear protection, gloves, appropriate footwear, etc.
If one Member borrows an item and with the LoTS's agreement pass it on to another Borrower before it is returned to LoTS and booked in, the first Member remains liable to the LoTS for the return and condition of the object until it is returned to the LoTS. If a Member collects an item from another Borrower with LoTS's agreement, that loan will also be on the terms of this Agreement.
The Member understands and accepts that in an effort to maximize availability of items to all Members, the LoTS send emails as a reminder when borrowed items’ return dates are approaching. When items are not returned by the designated due date, the LoTS will issue an overdue notice by phone call, email, or letter. If the items are not returned after the notice has been sent, appropriate steps will be taken to retrieve them, including the use of a collection agency and/or legal action. Fines must be paid in full before borrowing additional items.
The LoTS reserves the right to limit the amount of items borrowed, refuse the loan of any item or request for membership at the staff’s discretion. We reserve the right to change these terms and conditions at any time, and you agree to abide by the most recent version of this Terms of Use Agreement each time you borrow from the LoTS.
The signing Member affirms that the information provided on the Membership Application is current, true, and correct. The Member understands that this information may be subject to verification.
The signing Member further states that they have read and fully understand the rules and regulations of the LoTS, and they understand that failure to comply with any of these rules may result in revocation of their borrowing privileges and/or legal action against them. By ticking the box on the membership form the member also agrees to the terms and conditions laid out in the Liability Waiver and Indemnification Information section, relinquishing any and all claims against the LoTS.
Liability Waiver and Indemnification Information
The items in our collection are for the use of the LoTS members. Out of respect for future users, please take care of the items you borrow and report any damage to the LoTS team immediately. Though Members are responsible for damage that they have caused, we promise not to be angry. If you feel compelled to return the items in better condition than when you borrowed them, that would be highly appreciated!
Your Statements – READ THIS CAREFULLY EVERY TIME YOU BORROW ANYTHING
I am capable and experienced in using the items I am borrowing. I will use the items I am borrowing in a safe and proper manner. I am aware that the LoTS, its partners, directors, officers, members, volunteers and employees claim no expertise and make no representation concerning the fitness of any item for any particular use.
I, do hereby for myself, on behalf of my heirs, successors, and assigns, in consideration of being permitted to borrow various items, waive any and all claims against the LoTS, its officers, agents, volunteers and employees for any injury or injuries of any nature that I may suffer or incur in the use of the item that I am borrowing from the LoTS except those caused by a defect known to the LoTS and not made known to me.
I agree to release and indemnify and hold harmless the LoTS, its officers, agents, volunteers and employees from any and all liability, loss, claims, and demands, actions or causes of action for the death or injury to any persons and for any property damage suffered or incurred by any person which arises or may arise or be occasioned in any way from the use or possession of items I am borrowing from the LoTS.
I have read and fully understand and agree to the LoTS’s Members’ Agreement and Items Policy, and I understand that failure to comply with any of these rules may result in revocation of my borrowing privileges and/or legal action against me.
I affirm that the information that I have provided on the Membership Application Form is current, true, and correct. I understand that this information may be subject to verification.
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