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ORGT Gear and Equipment Rental Policy – Authorized Renters
GT Students, faculty, staff, and alumni, as well as any current member of the CRC and those persons that are eligible for membership may rent available items from the ORGT Wilderness Outpost Rental fleet of gear and equipment.

Person who are do not fit into the above categories, but who are enrolled in an ORGT Instructional Program are allowed to rent ORGT equipment needed for the Instruction Program and may rent the gear/equipment only for the time period of the program/class/trip.

I acknowledge that I have the necessary skills to use the equipment properly.  I also acknowledge that I will use the equipment in a safe manner that is not contrary to recommended use or industry standards.  I am aware of hazards associated with the use of outdoor equipment, including, but not limited to physical or emotional injury, paralysis, death, or damage to myself, to property, or to third parties. I understand that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. 

I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity.  My rental/use of the equipment is purely voluntary and I elect to accept and assume liability and responsibility in spite of the risks.

I agree to hold harmless and/or indemnify and defend Georgia Institute of Technology, the State of Georgia, and their officers, agents, servants, and employees from all liability, costs, or expenses resulting from accidents or injury to--or for the death of--any person directly or indirectly arising from my use or my permission, express or implied, to use the rental equipment.

CONDITION OF GEAR UPON CHECK-OUT:

I understand and agree that I have inspected the equipment that I am checking out and that it is in proper working order.  Any problems that I see with the equipment are noted on the rental sheet.  I realize that I am responsible for the condition of this equipment once I sign this form.

LOSS/DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT:

I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for any damage, loss, or theft of the equipment while checked out in my name.  In the case of loss, disregard and/or intentional damage to the condition of ORGT gear, I may be asked to pay for repair or replacement. CRC Wilderness Outpost employees will determine the amount to be charged.  I understand that I have a responsibility and the opportunity to inspect the equipment for damage or missing parts at the CRC/Wilderness Outpost or at home and return it without penalty prior to 6:30 p.m. (4:30 on Fridays) on the day I rented it (home inspection does not pertain to 1 day rental).

I understand that failure to return gear or pay damages for gear may result in Georgia Tech's withholding of my registration, graduation or issuance of a transcript.  Additionally, I may be reported to a collection agency.

LATE FEE:

I understand and agree to pay a late fee (the rental price per item per day late) if I do not return the rented gear on time (usually by 7PM Tuesday following the rental unless special arrangements have been made). Additionally, if I do not return gear on time, I understand I may lose rental privileges and may have other ORGT privileges/responsibilities revoked.

CLEANING FEE:

 

I understand and agree that equipment must be clean when I return it.  If I return the gear dirty, I agree to clean it at that time or pay a $5 - $15 cleaning fee per item. Wilderness Outpost employees will determine the amount to be charged.

 

DEPOSIT:

 

I understand and agree that any deposits paid may be used towards loss or damage fees, late fees, cleaning fees, and repair or replacement fees. The use of deposits is at the discretion of CRC/Wilderness Outpost management.

 

LAND/WATER ACCESS:

 

Private, local, state, and National lands (and water access) areas have rules and regulations regarding their use. By signing below you agree that you will know and follow the appropriate rules and regulations. Examples of areas with rules/regulations regarding the use of rented equipment may include Forest Service regulation on the Ocoee River, National Park Service regulations on the Metro Chattahoochee River, and getting permission from private land owners.

WATER CRAFT RENTAL AGREEMENT:

I understand staff may assist renter(s )with loading/unloading water craft for vehicle transport. The renter assumes all responsibility for properly attaching/detaching the craft to the vehicle for transportation. 

I understand that the CRC Wilderness Outpost staff may refuse to rent a water craft if they deem the vehicle (or trailer)  it will be transported on to be insufficient to hold the water craft securely or the vehicle (or trailer) cannot handle the craft’s size and weight.

I understand Canoes may be up to 17 feet long and weigh up to 90 lbs.

I understand Kayaks may be up to 17 feet long and weigh up to 70 lbs

I understand Sea Kayaks may be up to 17 feet long and weigh up to 70 lbs

I understand and agree to use recreational canoe(s) only on "flat" or "quiet" water.  I fully understand that these canoes were not rented to me for river or whitewater use.

I understand and agree that whitewater boating is a dangerous sport and that I must use my best judgment when selecting rivers appropriate to my skill level and only paddle on rivers, sections, and at water levels that I have experience with.

Georgia Institute of Technology strongly recommends that all whitewater paddlers follow American Whitewater safety codes. (www.americanwhitewater.org/content/Wiki/safety:start)

We STRONGLY recommend not using watercraft above Class 5.1.

By electronically signing this form, I certify and acknowledge that I have read, understood and agreed to these conditions.