Market Information and General Terms and Conditions

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1. The Kangaroo Valley Markets (“the markets”) are owned by, and located at The Friendly Inn, Kangaroo Valley. The markets are run by the Friendly Inn Community Garden committee.

2. All stallholders must complete and lodge an Application Form prior to the market and agree to abide by the Market Terms and Conditions. Stallholders & Produce

3. A stall is defined by a 3m x 3m area. If additional space is required, you can 15. The Market Committee reserves the right of refusal to stallholder applications. Stallholder bookings may be cancelled at any time at the absolute discretion of the managing committee.

16. No loudspeakers or generators are permitted.

17. Stallholders are responsible for providing all of their own display materials.

18. As rubbish bins are limited, stallholders are asked to take their own rubbish home with them. Please ensure that all items and rubbish are removed and the stall site and surrounding area is left clean and tidy.

19. All market stalls are to be conducted from secure, prefabricated structures or furniture, within the individual stall boundaries. Stalls and any associated signs, weather protection devices or other equipment must be securely parked/fastened/tied down in order to prevent accidental damage, collapse or injury, including during adverse weather conditions and in accordance with any relevant manufactures’ instructions.

20. No stall is to have a wall exceeding 3m x 3m (unless they have applied for additional space and this has been approved by the Market Committee) and all stalls shall have an exit of minimum 800mm width to an adjacent space to afford a ready means of egress for site users.

21. Stallholders are responsible for ensuring that there are no health or safety risks associated with their stall.

22. A permanent amenities block is present within 165 Moss Vale Road but Public toilets are located 100m away including separate male, female and disabled toilets. If the Friendly Inn is open, there are also toilets located inside.

23. The Market Manager reserves the right to cancel a market for any reason, such as extreme weather or other. In such an event, best efforts will be made to contact stallholders that have booked a stall in advance.

24. Stallholders cancelling their attendance must make best endeavours to advise the Market Committee at least 48 hours prior to market day. An inability to do this may incur payment of the normal stall fee.

25. Vendors must provide evidence of an appropriate public and/or product liability insurance ‘Certificate of Currency’ when applying for a site. If you require insurance for your stall it can be obtained from www.netinsure.com.au or www.stallinsure.com.au

26. Site Access – No vehicles are to be driven onto the grass behind the Friendly Inn, stallholders are required to carry or cart their products to their stall, which is only a short walking distance from parking.

27. Parking – There is plenty of parking in the council car park 50m away.

28. First Aid, Fire Extinguishers – A First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguisher will be located at the Friendly Inn and within the Community Garden if required.

29. Canopies, Tents and Ropes – Stallholders are to secure their sites against wind, rain and storm events. In extreme weather conditions, the Market Committee may decide to cancel the market for that particular day. All ropes are to have high visibility ribbons 6 attached so as to ensure they are visible. Avoid stringing ropes or power cables in high pedestrian areas and ensure that all tent pegs/stakes are covered with plastic or cloth protection in case any person falls on them. Power leads should not lie on the ground uncovered and where possible extension/power cables should be connected overhead so as not to present an obstacle.

30. Power Lines and Electrical Equipment – There are no identified overhead power lines on this site; however, there may be several powered sites within the park. All shelters, equipment, fittings or materials used at the Market are subject to a safety inspection. The outward sign of electrical compliance with the Act will be an Electrical Test Tag to AS3760. All leads and cables must be secured in a manner so as not to create trip hazards. If any shelters, equipment, fittings or materials are deemed not to comply with OH&S regulations, or are considered to be unsafe for any reason, they shall be removed from the site at the expense of the Vendor.

31. Injury- Any injury regardless of how minor must be reported to a Market Committee member who will assist you with first aid and record the details of the injury. You are encouraged to retain this information as it provides details that you may wish to refer to at a later date. Should you require further information concerning the hazards, control measures, safety rules or the operation of the Market site, please consult the Kangaroo Valley Farmers Markets on www.kangaroovalleyfarmersmarkets.com.au

32. SALE OF FOOD When temporary/mobile food stalls are to be established, the normal approvals in accordance with Council’s Mobile Food Stalls and Temporary Food Premises Code and Food Act 2003, Food Regulation 2004 and ANZFA – Food Safety Standards 2001, are to apply, provided that application for such shall be submitted to Council in sufficient time to allow administrative procedures and facility inspection to be carried out during normal Council working hours. Further information in regard to these approvals is available by contacting Council’s Development and Environmental Services Group. www.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au In Australia, all food labels must conform to the Australian New Zealand Food Standards Code. Contact the NSW Food Authority on www.foodauthority.nsw.gov.au/consumers/food-labels for information regarding labelling.