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THE DEPARTMENT OF THINGS LLC

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LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM 

THIS IS A RELEASE OF LEGAL RIGHTS — READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE SIGNING

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I (and/or the MINOR I AM REGISTERING FOR WHOM I AM THE GUARDIAN) HEREBY ASSUME ALL OF THE RISKS OF PARTICIPATING IN ANY/ALL ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF THINGS LLC (TDOT), and all its affiliates, including by way of example and not limitation, any risks that may arise from negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities being released, from dangerous or defective equipment or property owned, maintained, or controlled by them, or because of their possible liability without fault.

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STUDIO RULES:

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No open-toed shoes.

No smoking or vaping in the studio.

No running or other activities that may endanger oneself or other participants.

Eye, ear, and face protection shall be used when using the washout booth and pressure washer. Gloves shall be worn when using any hazardous materials.

Exposure unit, pressure washer and vacuum table may be used only by those who have been trained to operate them. All other studio equipment is for use by TDOT staff only.

Carefully monitor fabric irons. Do not leave them unattended and turn them off when not in use. Never leave irons face down. 

Immediately report all injuries to a staff member.

When using blades, cut away from fingers. Always be aware of the placement of your fingers when utilizing sharp objects. If a blade is dull and must be discarded, ask a staff member.

Clean up after yourself and allow sufficient time before closing to do so. All members must vacate the premises by closing time; this applies to Open Print hours as well as workshops.

Pick up finished and/or unfinished work at the end of each session.

The Department of Things LLC is not responsible for personal belongings or work left behind. Any work left in the studio will be recycled or discarded. Please protect your valuables.

Respect others and their property and clean up your area when finished.

Authorizations may be revoked at any time.

 

I certify that I am physically fit, have sufficiently prepared for participation in this activity, and have not been advised to not participate by a qualified medical professional. I certify that there are no health-related reasons or problems which preclude my participation in this activity, including symptoms of CoVid-19. If symptoms present themselves, I understand I will not be allowed to participate until I provide proof of a negative test from a medical doctor and/or completed the necessary quarantine protocols established by state mandates.

I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form will be used by the event holders, sponsors, and organizers of the activity in which I may participate, and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities at said activity under applicable law.

In consideration of my application and permitting me to participate in this activity, I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assigns as follows:

(A) I WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for my death, disability, personal injury, illness, property damage, property theft, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me, including my traveling to and from this activity, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSONS: THE DEPARTMENT OF THINGS LLC, and/or their directors, officers, employees, volunteers, monitors, representatives, and agents, and the activity holders, sponsors, and volunteers;

(B) INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entities or persons mentioned in this paragraph from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of participation in this activity, whether caused by the negligence of release or otherwise.

I acknowledge that they are NOT responsible for the errors, omissions, acts, or failures to act of any party or entity conducting a specific activity on their behalf.

I acknowledge that this activity may involve a test of a person's physical and mental limits and carries with it the potential for death, serious injury, illness, and property loss. The risks include, but are not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, condition of participants, equipment, vehicular traffic, lack of hydration, and actions of other people including, but not limited to, participants, volunteers, monitors, and/or producers of the activity. These risks are not only inherent to participants but are also present for volunteers. I hereby consent to receive medical treatment, which may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during this activity.

I understand while participating in this activity, I may be photographed. I agree to allow my photo, video, or film likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose by the activity holders, producers, sponsors, organizers, and assigns.

The Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable statutes.

Authorization to participate in activities at The Department of Things LLC may be revoked at any time.

I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND ACCEPT THE TERMS OF MY OWN FREE WILL.

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