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RENTAL SAFETY CHECKLIST

TRITOON



Individuals renting a pleasure craft fitted with a motor are required to complete a Safety Check List. We take pride in our rentals and hope all of our customers enjoy a great and safe time on Lake Norman

I VERIFY I HAVE WATCHED THE TRAINING VIDEO FOR THE BOAT AND AM COMFORTABLE WITH OPERATION. I UNDERSTAND THIS VIDEO IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND DOES NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF A BOATING COURSE.

I Agree

 

TRITOON BOAT SECURITY DEPOSIT 

  • All tritoons are subject to a $250 security deposit.
  • Your deposit will only be refunded if your boat is returned in the same condition in which it left.
  • Deposits are NOT refunded on the same day of rental.
  • All boats are inspected upon return, your deposit may take up to 10 business days to be credited back on your account.

I Agree

 

While the vessel is in my posession I am liable for all damage to the boat and I understand that the boat must be returned in the same condition in which it left the docks. I will review the time stamped pre-inspection video sent to my email at the time of departure and verify the boat is in the same condition as shown in video upon return.

POSSIBLE CAUSES FOR COMPLETE COST OF REPAIR ARE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 

  • PROPELLER DAMAGE 
  • BIMINI TOP HARDWARE AND FABRIC DAMAGE 
  • BENT OR DAMAGED LADDERS
  • DAMAGE TO TOW BAR (TOW BAR MAX CAPACITY 500LBS OR 2 PERSONS)
  • DAMAGE TO BOAT INTERIOR FLOORING, SEATING, ETC
  • EXCESSIVE DIRT, TRASH, OR SPILLS INSIDE THE BOAT
  • EXCESS SAND, MUD OR DEBRIS ON THE BOAT
  • EVIDENCE OF RECKLESS OPERATION
  • REFUSAL TO PAY FOR GAS CONSUMED 
  • BOAT NOT RETURNED BY THE RETURN TIME LISTED ON THE CONTRACT 

​Loss of your rental deposit does not release you from your responsibility for the cost of damages incurred to your rental. 

I Agree

 

BOATING SAFETY RULES

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, confirm that there are the appropriate number and sizes of approved Personal Floatation Devices or Life Jackets in the boat for the number of people on board. They must fit and should be worn. I am aware that persons operating a pleasure craft without the appropriate number and sizes of approved Personal Floatation Devices or Life Jackets may be subject to ticketing and a fine.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, will ensure that all boating participants wear a life jacket while in the water, regardless of swimming ability. All passengers 13 and under are required by law to wear a life jacket at all times.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, am aware that it is illegal to operate a pleasure craft, or to permit others to do so, when under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or barbiturates.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, will only allow people who have completed and signed a Rental Boat Safety Check List, valid for the duration of this rental or have other proof of competency, to operate this pleasure craft. I am aware that persons operating a pleasure craft without proof of competency/age, may be subject to ticketing and a fine.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, have been shown how to use, and know the location of safety equipment required under the Small Vessel Regulations. I am aware that persons operating a pleasure craft without the required safety equipment may be subject to ticketing and a fine.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, understand that pleasure craft fitted with motors must keep clear of non powered pleasure craft. I also understand that I am responsible for my own wake and wash and the effects that it can have on other pleasure craft, property, wildlife and the environment. 

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, when involved in an accident must stop, offer assistance and give my identity. 

 

  • I will not permit swimming, diving, sliding or jumping from or near the pleasure craft unless the motor is turned off, the keys are removed, and I have counted to ten to allow the propeller time to stop spinning.

 

  • I will check to make sure that the water is deep enough before allowing jumping from the pleasure craft, and diving is not permitted. 

 

  • I will instruct my passengers never to jump from a moving pleasure craft.

 

  • I understand how to use the navigation lights and anchor lights on this pleasure craft and understand how to operate them properly when at night or when visibility is poor.  

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  • I understand I am not permitted to use this boat after dark and any use after dark assumes a high risk of collision and/or death.



I have read and agree to follow the above BOATING SAFETY RULES. 


 

 

OPERATION OF THE BOAT

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, am aware of how to responsibly operate a pleasure craft and to share waterways in a courteous and respectful manner with others involved in all water-related activities. 

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, confirm that the maximum load capacity and number of persons listed on the vessel.  This is the maximum capacity enforced by Recreational Products Group and is lower the manufacturers stated capacity plate. Failure to comply with these capacity limits will result in immediate cancellation of your rental with loss of security deposit and no refund.

 

  • I am aware of the proper way to distribute weight in the pleasure craft for a safe and comfortable ride and I will keep my passengers in the safest positions at all times - always seated while underway. I understand that under Federal and/or State law it is a crime to operate a boat while persons are sitting on the front (bow), sides (gunwhales), rear (stern), or swim platform. This behavior is considered grossly negligent operation of a boat.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, have been shown the proper procedure for starting and shutting off the engine and will make sure no person is in the water within the vicinity of the pleasure craft before starting and while running the motor. I will do a head count and make sure all passengers are present and accounted for before starting the motor.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, have been shown and understand the operation of the throttle and gear-shift lever. I understand this pleasure craft has no brakes, so stopping quickly may be difficult or impossible if I am going too fast.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, know where and how to operate the ignition cut-off (kill) switch. While operating a pleasure craft or Personal Water Craft (PWC), I will stay tethered to it at all times.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, am aware of how to depart and approach the dock in a safe and proper manner. 

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, am aware of how to respond to grounding, capsizing, and re-boarding. 

 

I acknowledge that the I have been made aware of PROPER OPERATION OF THE BOAT as listed above. 


 

 

LOCAL HAZARDS AND CONDITIONS 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, am aware of the local navigational aids and their meaning, as well as local hazards and local regulations.

 

  • I, the pleasure craft operator, shall maintain a proper lookout at all times for other boats, navigational hazards and changes in weather conditions - changes in weather can occur quickly creating conditions dangerous to recreational boats.

 

I acknowledge that the I have been made aware of LOCAL HAZARDS AND CONDITIONS as listed above. 


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NORTH CAROLINA RENTAL AGREEMENT:

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY 

I. DISCLAIMER

YOU MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT ANY WATERCRAFT. ANYONE UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE MAY NOT OPERATE ANY WATERCRAFT.

This Rental Agreement: Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity ("Rental Agreement") is applicable to all renters, operators, passengers, and users of equipment provided by Rental Company. *(For purposes of this Rental Agreement, the term "Rental Company" includes all employees, agents, representatives, servants, assigns, successors, insurers and subsidiaries of Lake Effects Marine). The undersigned agrees that he/she is also signing this Rental Agreement on behalf of any minor children for whom he/she is the parent, guardian, or otherwise responsible for care, custody or control. Renter agrees that he/she will disclose to Rental Company all potential operators, passengers, and users of said rental equipment. Renter further agrees that in the event that he/she fails to notify Rental Company of all potential operators, passengers, or users of said equipment, he/ she will be personally liable for any damages to the undisclosed individuals, even if such damages arise out of the negligence or fault of Rental Company.


II. EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK-CAUTION!! READ BEFORE SIGNING 

I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE OPERATION OR USE OF A WATERCRAFT HAS INHERENT RISKS THAT MAY LEAD TO BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT I AM NOT BOUND OR REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF THE ACTIVITIES PRESENTED TO ME, BUT I HAVE WILLINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY DECIDED TO PARTICIPATE. I REALIZE THAT I AM FREE TO REFUSE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OR ALL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING THOSE I FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE WITH OR WHICH I FEEL CANNOT BE COMPLETED SAFELY BY ME. I KNOWINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISK OF INJURY, ILLNESS, DAMAGE OR LOSS, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN, ASSOCIATED WITH THE RENTAL, OPERATION, OR USE OF THE WATERCRAFT OR ASSOCIATED RENTAL EQUIPMENT, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE, ACT OR OMISSION OF RENTAL COMPANY, AND ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY PARTICIPATION.


III. RELEASE/ COVENANT NOT TO SUE - CAUTION!! READ BEFORE SIGNING 

I HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS RENTAL COMPANY FROM ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS OR CAUSES OF ACTION FOR ANY INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY SUSTAINED BY ME AND/OR ANY MINOR CHILDREN FOR WHOM I AM A PARENT, LEGAL GUARDIAN, OR OTHERWISE RESPONSIBLE, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RENTAL COMPANY OR OTHERWISE. THIS INCLUDES ANY INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY SUSTAINED AS A RESULT OF A HIDDEN, LATENT OR OBVIOUS DEFECT ON THE WATERCRAFT OR ANY OF THE EQUIPMENT USED, OR ANY FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTRUCT, SUPERVISE OR TRAIN. AS P ART OF THE CONSIDERATION FOR USING THE CHARTERED EQUIPMENT, I PROMISE NOT TO SUE OR MAKE A CLAIM AGAINST RENTAL COMPANY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS SUFFERED AS A RESULT OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THE RENTAL ACTIVITIES. IT IS THE INTENT OF THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT TO FULLY AND COMPLETELY RELEASE RENTAL COMP ANY FROM ALL CLAIMS.


IV. INDEMNITY/ LIABILITY TO THIRD PARTIES-CAUTION!! READ BEFORE SIGNING

I AGREE THAT I WILL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS RENTAL COMPANY FOR ALL PERSONAL INJURIES, PROPERTY DAMAGES, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES TO ANY AND ALL THIRD PARTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, OPERATORS AND PASSENGERS OF OTHER WATERCRAFT AND MINOR CHILDREN UNDER THE UNDERSIGNED'S CUSTODY, CARE, AND CONTROL, AS A RESULT OF ANY AND ALL ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE RENTAL, OPERATION, OR USE OF EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY RENTAL COMPANY, EVEN IF SUCH DAMAGES ARISE OUT OF THE NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT OF RENTAL COMPANY.


**Initials certify that I have read and agree to all of the above terms, conditions and release of liability.

V. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

I certify that I have received adequate and proper safety and operational instruction for the equipment and watercraft from rented from Rental Company and am capable in all aspects of the handling and operation of such equipment and watercraft and following all safety instructions. I agree not to use, nor permit the use of the equipment for (a) any unlawful purpose; (b) in a careless, reckless, or negligent manner; (c) while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs; or (d) in violation of the safety instructions I received from Rental Company.

This Rental Agreement sets forth the entire agreement and understanding between the parties, and all previous discussions, understandings, representations, negotiations, and agreements with respect to the matters included in this Rental Agreement are merged herein. Additionally, the consideration recited herein is the full, complete and entire consideration for this Rental Agreement, and there is no further consideration to be paid by any party to any other party other than as recited herein.

If any provision or part of a provision of this Rental Agreement shall be determined to be void or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Rental Agreement shall remain valid and enforceable by any party.

This Rental Agreement shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of North Carolina. In the event Rental Company prevails in any litigation or claim relating to the enforcement of the provisions contained herein, I agree to pay and indemnify Rental Company for its litigation expenses, including reasonable legal fees and court costs.

I expressly warrant and represent that before executing this Rental Agreement I have fully informed myself of the terms, conditions and effect of this Rental Agreement, and that I have relied solely on my own judgment in executing this document. 

I have read the terms of this Rental Agreement, including the provisions regarding Assumption of Risk, Release and Covenant Not to Sue, and Indemnity, and I understand that I am giving up substantial rights in consideration for my use of Rental Company's watercraft and equipment. I enter into this Rental Agreement freely and voluntarily without any inducement.

 

CAUTION!!! READ ENTIRE TWO PAGES OF DOCUMENT BEFORE SIGNING.

THIS DOCUMENT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND RELEASES ALL LIABILITY AGAINST RENTAL COMPANY

Signature below indicates that you have read this entire document and agree to its terms and conditions. 

 

Date: May 5, 2024

 

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A signed copy of this waiver will be sent to the email address you provide.
Parent(s) or court-appointed legal guardian(s) must sign for any participating minor (those under 18 years of age) and agree that they and the minor are subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.


By signing below the parent or court-appointed legal guardian agrees that they are also subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.
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