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Havering Tri Aquathlon 2019
Entry Terms and Conditions

 

I understand and agree that I participate in the event entirely at my own risk and that no responsibility whatsoever shall attach to any event sponsors, race directors, or any person involved in the organisation of the event for any injury, accidents, loss or damage suffered by me in, or by reason of the event, however such may be caused. I am healthy and am fit enough to complete this event.

Associated Risk

I am aware of the physically strenuous nature of this event, the risks both medically and physically.
I confirm I am healthy and fit (physically and medically) enough to complete this event. I accept that should any medical or physical condition arise prior to the event which is likely to effect my ability to compete will be reason to withdraw in accordance with these conditions. “It is strongly recommended that you train for the event and prepare for the challenge. If you have not exercised before or for some time, you should consult your doctor before commencing your training for the event.” 

Online Entry

By entering and agreeing to participate in the event (which includes online entry), I understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions and any instructions given by the organiser and race officials.
I shall not be eligible or entitled to participate in the event until full payment of the entry fee has been received by the event organiser, if applicable. No payment shall be deemed to have been received until the event organiser has received cleared funds.

Withdrawal Policy
Should you decide to withdraw from the event, for whatever reason, no refund will be provided.

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Email Communication

Havering Tri primarily uses email to communicate with its competitors. 
Havering Tri cannot be responsible if event information does not reach the intended recipient by email. The onus is on the competitor to ensure that their Spam filters will allow Havering Tri emails through, for example by adding to their  email address books. Havering Tri can only be responsible for ensuring that the email address provided is the one to which event emails are sent. All specific event emails and race information packs that are sent to competitors are also posted on our website race page. 

Rules and Regulations

I agree to abide by all applicable rules and regulations including British Triathlon’s Competition and Doping rules and the rules and regulations of the International Triathlon Union (ITU) and any other rules and regulations that are relevant to the event. I agree that I will not be entitled to a refund of the event fees if I am disqualified from the event as a result of an infringement of these Conditions or any such rules and regulations. Havering Tri also entitled to impose event rules upon the participant from time to time which will form part of these Conditions. The relevant rules and regulations may be obtained from  and www.triathlon.org.

Race Equipment

Aquathlon: I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with safety requirements to ensure compliance with the event and BTF rules and regulations.
Triathlons/Duathlons: British Triathlon Rule Number 8.1 states "Any equipment that acts as an impediment to hearing or concentration is prohibited from use during an event (including transition). This includes, but is not limited to, mobile telephones (which should be switched off if stored in transition), personal stereos and MP3 players."
Havering Tri prohibit the use of any equipment that acts as an impediment to hearing or concentration when competing. This includes, but is not limited to, mobile telephones, personal stereos and MP3 players. Havering Tri cannot be respon

Media and Photography

I understand and accept that media professionals may take photographs and video footage of the event and its participants for use to publicise and promote Havering Tri and sponsors.

 

Cut Off Times

Havering Tri may introduce cut off times as they see fit as part of the event rules, being limits on the time taken to complete sections of the event (as initiated by the Event Organiser at its discretion) to ensure the safe and proper running of the event. Subsequently, competitors may be instructed to withdraw from the race in accordance with imposed cut off times.

Timing and Results

Havering Tri will use best endeavours to provide an event finish time for the participant however it cannot be held responsible for any computer result anomalies or any technical malfunctions.

Removal of Participants

Havering Tri reserves the right at any time to remove participants from the event or to prevent participants participating in the event if in the Event Organiser’s sole discretion, it considers such action necessary for safety reasons or the proper enjoyment of the event by other participants or for any other reasonable reason. No refund of the event fee shall be made if the participant has acted negligently, maliciously, with wilful misconduct or otherwise without due care and attention for the event or other participants, so as to cause his/her removal.

Reselling or Swap

I agree that participation in the event is personal to me, I am strictly prohibited from swapping, selling or transferring my place in the event or allowing any other person to wear my swim hat and participate in my place. If found to be in breach of this the organiser reserves the right to exclude me from participation in this and future events.

Liability/Responsibility

Whilst Havering Tri takes every care with staging the event, I acknowledge that personal accident and personal items insurance is my sole responsibility.  
Havering Tri shall not be liable to the participant for any personal injury or loss or damage of or to personal equipment belonging to the participant, or any indirect or consequential loss or damage whatsoever arising out of the participant taking part in the event; or for any loss of business; revenue or profit; loss of reputation; anticipated savings or wasted expenditure; pledges made on your behalf or by you to charity. Havering Tri will not be liable for any actions of any spectators or other third parties.

Allergies

Please note that some of the food products given out on event day may contain or have traces of nuts and nut oils or may have been made alongside other products containing nuts. Havering Tri cannot be held responsible for any issues resulting from food allergies.

Data protection

I agree for the purposes of this condition, personal information includes medical data collected for health and safety purposes ("Personal Information").
I agree that my personal information can be stored, used by Havering Tri and our event partners in connection with the organisation, staging and administration of the Event.
Medical information will only be used to allow medical assistance to be given on the event date.
I agree that your personal information and data may be used by Havering Tri and our event partners in connection with the compilation of statistical information and to improve health and safety procedures at future events.
I agree that my name and contact details can be used by Havering Tri and our event partners for the purposes of:-

the promotion and marketing of the event; 
adding me to a mailing list to keep me informed about any future events and services which you believe you might be interested in, such as leisure activities relating to either similar types of events or activities
We shall take all necessary steps to ensure that personal information or marketing information pertaining or relating to you which comes into the possession or control of Havering Tri shall not be:-
used or reproduced in whole or in part in any form except for the purposes outlined in these Conditions.
If you would not like Havering Tri to use the Marketing Information or Personal Information other than for purposes related solely to your participation in the Event, please e-mail Havering Tri at events@haveringtri.co.uk. 
I am aware that by agreeing to the terms and conditions I will receive a limited number of welfare emails which will include training information and latest updates on the Event itself.

Fees

All Fees are inclusive of VAT at the rate of 20%.
If your entry is accepted the fee is non refundable other than as otherwise stated in the withdrawals policy.

Start Time Alterations

Havering Tri reserves the right to alter the start time of the event. In the event of a change of start time the participants will be notified of the revised start time with as much notice as reasonably practicable. No refund in full or in part shall be made for any change in start time for an event provided the event takes place on the specified date of the event.
 

Event changes
I am aware that if deemed necessary by the Havering Tri, they may make any changes to the Event that they see fit including reducing the course distance, changing the course, changing the format of the Event to a run only race , or other changes that they deem necessary to stage the event. Any such change will be communicated to me at the event or sooner if practicable and I accept that no refunds will be payable in such circumstances.

Race Cancellations
Havering Tri reserves the right to amend the event format in any way  or cancel the event due to circumstances beyond its control to include for any safety related reason. If the event is cancelled more than 28 days before the Event then Havering Tri shall provide the participant with a full refund, less an administration charge of £5, with no further liability whatsoever arising from such cancellation. Otherwise no refunds will be provided in the Event is cancelled.

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Final Decision
All decisions and rulings by Havering Tri are considered final. Accordingly, I agree to comply with all event rules and all instructions and guidelines given by race crew, stewards, marshals, and safety personnel. I acknowledge and agree that Havering Tri will organise and run the event and will have sole authority and be the final arbiter on all decisions relating to the safety, running and organisation of the event, the rules of the event, the timings/finish times and the placings.
 

If the participate is under 18, these terms have to be acknowledged and accepted by a parent or guardian for and on behalf of the child and such person agrees to indemnify Havering Tri and hold them harmless in respect of any claims concerning the child participating in this Event.