By participating in Climbing Center activities, including bouldering (unroped climbing), top rope climbing, lead climbing, speed climbing, rappelling, crack climbing, auto-belay climbing, belaying, instruction, competitions, events, and related programming, I understand that there is a degree of risk to my health and safety. That risk is dependent in part on my level of fitness, medical condition, climbing ability, judgment, and activity choice. By participating, I declare that I am physically able to engage in climbing activities and assume the risk and responsibility for my participation. I agree to alert staff to any personal difficulty, emotional distress, sickness, fatigue, injury, or other problem that may change or limit my participation. Possible injuries and complications include, but are not limited to: Sprains or strains; broken bones; dislocations; head injuries; concussions; scrapes or cuts; rope burns; abrasions; internal injuries; overuse injuries; dehydration; exposure to communicable diseases; paralysis; and death. These injuries and complications may result from, among other things: Falls from height while top rope, lead, or speed climbing; ground falls during bouldering; landing on, between, or off padded surfaces; impact with climbing holds, volumes, wall features, ropes, quickdraws, or other participants; falling objects such as holds, hardware, or equipment; malfunction, improper use, or failure of ropes, harnesses, carabiners, belay devices, auto-belay systems, anchors, or other safety equipment; improper belaying; weight differences between climber and belayer; repetitive stress; route setting, inspection, or maintenance activities; airborne chalk; slippery flooring; my own decision making and failure to acknowledge my personal skill and ability levels; and the actions or inactions of other participants.
MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION I authorize the University of Michigan, its staff, employees, clinicians, trainers, nurses, and agents to seek, obtain, and approve any emergency medical care and treatment that may be necessary for my health and well-being during or related to my participation.. I represent that I have health insurance and agree that I am solely responsible for any costs incurred.
PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES I agree to abide by Climbing Center policies and all applicable University rules and regulations, including but not limited to:
• Completion of required orientations and successful skills assessments prior to belaying or leading.
• Proper inspection and use of all harnesses, ropes, carabiners, belay devices, anchors, and auto-belays.
• Proper fall technique and awareness of landing zones while bouldering.
• No participation while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Respect for staff direction and other participants.
• Observance of temporary closures during route setting, inspection, or maintenance.
• Compliance with public-health requirements or protocols. If I need to leave due to injury, illness, emotional distress, or violation of policies, I understand that I am responsible for any resulting costs.
RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION To the fullest extent permitted by law, I agree to release The Regents of the University of Michigan, including the Climbing Center, its agents, employees, volunteers, and contractors, from any and all damages, liability, claims, expenses, or loss resulting from or arising out of my participation in Climbing Center activities. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the University, its agents and employees, from any claims resulting from my negligence, impermissible conduct, or violation of policies in connection with Climbing Center activities.
DECLARATION I declare that I am 18 years of age or older and that I have read, understood, and agree to the contents of this Participation Consent and Release Form in its entirety. I understand that climbing involves inherent risks, including the risk of serious injury or death. Any questions I have regarding this agreement have been discussed with Climbing Center staff.
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