Policies and regulation
A very comprehensive manual has been produced which covers all policies and regulations relating to the operation of Rivertime as a community boat on the river.
The Contents of the Manual are as follows:-
- Vessel Description
- Rivertime GA Drawing
- Rivertime Picture.
- Deck Log
- Daily and Weekly Checks.
- Health and Safety.
- Passenger Briefing.
- Assistance for Reduced Mobility Passengers.
- Passenger Accounting and Reporting.
- Passenger Boarding and Lift Operation.
- General Maintenance Procedures.
- Vessel Handling Procedures
- Emergency Procedures
Annex A Certificates and Forms.
Annex B Spread Sheet Showing Due Lifed Item Due Dates.
Annex C Search and Rescue Plan.
Terms & Conditions of Booking
The primary concern of the Rivertime Boat Trust is that people gain the maximum benefit from using the boat. In providing a boat for a group it does so on the understanding that the safety of participants overrides all other concerns. Therefore the Trustees and employees have authority to intervene in any situation which they deem to be unsafe.
Rivertime Boat Trust exists to provide opportunities for people to develop their potential on the river. It does this by offering Rivertime for use by disabled and disadvantaged young people and adults as well as voluntary and community groups.
TERMS:
1. DEFINITIONS
The Trustees means Rivertime Boat Trust (RBT). RBT is a Charity incorporated under the Companies Acts 1948 to 1980, whose registered office is Swan Upping, Fishery Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 1UP. The Charity registration number is 1113992 and the Company number is 5659325.
The Hirer means the individual or organisation completing and signing the booking form.
2. BOOKINGS
A provisional booking does not require a deposit. However, no guarantee of continuing availability is made by RBT in respect of a provisional booking.
A booking is confirmed on the understanding that should the Trustees be prevented from honouring it due to circumstances outside their control e.g. break-down or river conditions or any other cause, they CANNOT GUARANTEE to provide an alternative, but ALL PAYMENTS shall be returned in full and neither party shall have any further claim against the other.
3. PAYMENT
Payment of hire charges is due to be paid in full at least one month prior to the date of the booking.
4. CANCELLATION
The Hirer will pay cancellation charges in the event of cancellation unless alternative arrangements can be mutually agreed.
Rivertime Boat Trust reserves the right to cancel a booking at any stage without being liable for loss and without obligation to give reason.
5. INSURANCE
Rivertime Boat Trusts operates within the Codes of Conduct advocated by The Passenger Boat Association and the National Community Boat Association. RBT conforms to the standards laid down by The Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Rivertime Boat Trusts safety standards adhere to the levels required and its insurances meet the existing statutes recommended by maritime law.
Rivertime Boat Trust has an insurance policy with Hayes Parsons Marine Insurance and proof of insurance cover is available on request. The policy is for Third Party Liability of up to 5 million.
6. CONDITIONS
Smoking is absolutely forbidden anywhere on the boat.
Whenever there is a young person under the age of sixteen years on board, alcoholic drinks in any form will not be permitted. Any person found to be under the influence of drink or illegal drugs will be asked to leave the boat. In such circumstances the skipper or any member of RBT staff have the authority to terminate the trip immediately. Adult groups wishing to bring alcohol on board to drink (e.g. bottles of wine to consume with a meal) should first clear this with the skipper. The skipper has the right to restrict the quantity bought on board.
The Rivertime Boat Trust reserves the right to add such further conditions or rules as it may reasonably consider necessary. It may also from time to time waive or modify any of the above Terms and Conditions providing reasonable notice is given to the Hirer and if circumstances allow.
7. EXCLUSIONS
Rivertime Boat Trust accepts no responsibility for:-
Loss of time or expense incurred by The Hirer through defect or a breakdown occurring.
The consequences, delays or restrictions arising from obstructions, closures, repairs, damage by navigational works, flooding, water shortages, industrial action, fuel rationing or any other cause whatsoever. The Hirer may wish to effect their own insurance in respect of the above circumstances.
8. INDEMNITIES
Rivertime Boat Trust holds a policy of public liability, which indemnifies RBT employees or volunteers in respect to any damage to, or loss of property and/or personal injury, loss of earnings or any consequential loss which arises out of the proven negligence of Rivertime Boat Trust.
Rivertime Boat Trust may at the discretion of the Skipper vary the course of the cruise should circumstances make this necessary. The Rivertime Boat Trust does not guarantee that any vessel will commence or complete any journey or part thereof in any given time if conditions are beyond the control of the Rivertime Boat Trust.
During the hire period the vessel shall remain under the complete control of the Skipper and crew. The Hirer shall be responsible for the conduct, management and safety of passengers on board and on embarkation and disembarking from Rivertime.
All persons using any part of the premises, boats or facilities, for whatever purpose and whether by invitation or otherwise, do so at their own risk, unless injury or damage to person or property sustained within the premises, boats or facilities was caused by, or resulted from the Trusts negligence or deliberate act or that of those for whom the Trust is responsible.
The Hirer shall make good and / or pay for all losses, damage or breakages to any fixture, fittings, machinery or equipment, particularly safety equipment e.g. lifebuoys deliberately thrown overboard and lost during the hire period.
It is the responsibility of the Hirer to acquaint each member of his party with the above conditions of hire as laid down by the Rivertime Boat Trust.
9. RIVER & ROWING MUSEUM
The River & Rowing Museum at Henley permits The Hirer to park in its car park free of charge and to use its toilet facilities. However RRM accept no responsibility for the hirers on the day of the booking. Liaison will be with the Skipper of Rivertime who will be waiting on the boat on the jetty not in the Museum.