I, hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims and damages for personal injury, death, or property damage which I, or my minor children or those in my care, may sustain or which may occur as a result of my own participation, or that of my minor children, or those in my care in Tamborine Glass Blowing Class(es), inclusive of any other activities on the property.

I further agree to waive all benefits flowing from any Australian Law that would negate or limit the scope of this release.

By signing this release, I certify that I have read this release and fully understand it and that I am not relying on any statements or representations made by the Released Parties.

I AM ACKNOWLEDGING;

1. I understand and agree that all glass artists participate voluntarily and at their own risk in all Tamborine Glassblowing activities and I assume all risks of injury and damage arising out of such activities.

2. I have carefully read this Waiver of Liability, Medical Release, Photography/Videotape Release and Indemnification Agreement and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between myself and Tamborine Glassblowing , and that I sign it of my own free will. Tamborine Glassblowing may accept future phone, mail, online, or in-person registrations under these provisions.

3. I also understand the Refund and Late Fee Policies, and the potential consequences thereof, set forth by Tamborine Glassblowing and agree to such terms.

4. I agree that Tamborine Glassblowing and its respective members, instructors, students and other glass participants (hereinafter, the “Released Parties”) shall not be liable or responsible for injury to me (including paralysis or death) or damage to my property occurring during any Tamborine Glass Blowing activities and resulting from acts or omissions occurring during the performance of the activities of the Released Parties, even where the damage or injury is caused by negligence (except willful neglect).

5. I acknowledge and understand that the activities of creating glass art, including working with soldering irons, kilns, torches, hot and sharp glass, grinders and other power tools, sharp tools and other potentially dangerous tools and products are inherently dangerous, and I knowingly assume all such risks which may cause serious injury or death to myself.

6. I release and hold the Released Parties harmless from any injury or loss to my person or property which may result from my participation in Tamborine Glassblowing activities and events.

7. Such classes and activities may be of a hazardous, strenuous, and/or physical nature, and participation in said activities may result in injury, death or property damage.

8. Knowing the risk involved, nevertheless, I voluntarily request permission for myself or my minor child to participate in said activities.

9. I hereby assume any and all risks of injury, death or property damage and to release and hold harmless Tamborine Glass Blowing, its officers, employees, volunteers & agents, except for their sole negligence or intentional acts.

10. This waiver, release and assumption of risk is binding on me and my heirs and assigns.

11. I will indemnify and hold Tamborine Glass Blowing harmless from any loss, liability, damage, cost or expense, including litigation, which it may incur as a result of any injury and/or property damage which myself or my minor children may sustain while participating in said activities.

12. I will compensate any loss, damage, or cost Tamborine Glass Blowing may incur if any litigation arises due to any claim made by myself, said minors, or by anyone on said minor’s behalf.

13. In the event that said minor requires medical or surgical treatment while under the supervision of Tamborine Glass Blowing personnel in connection with said activities, such supervisor may authorise treatment.

14. I will pay all medical, hospital, or other expenses which I or my minor children may incur as a result of such treatment.

15. Activities are not child care as defined by the Queensland Government.

16. Tamborine Glass Blowing is not responsible for unattended children on the premises before or after classes for which they are enrolled.

17. I understand Tamborine Glassblowing often photographs and/or makes other recordings of events occurring in the studio. Studio user expressly consents to their likeness and voice being so captured and authorises Tamborine Glass Blowing to use said material for any purpose including all commercial, publicity and fundraising purposes.

18. I expressly allow, and hereby waive any objection to, the Tamborine Glass Blowing photographing and/or videotaping of me and/or my minor children when I and/or my minor children are participating in Tamborine Glass Blowing programs and or activities.

19. I understand and agree that all photographs and videotapes will remain the property of Tamborine Glass Blowing, and that the Tamborine Glass Blowing may use such photographs or videotapes for archival and promotional purposes, including their use in Tamborine Glassblowing catalogues, brochures, other printed materials, and in Tamborine Glassblowing online web pages. Tamborine Glassblowing will take all necessary precautions to keep names and ages of participants confidential unless otherwise requested.

20. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS MEANS THAT I AGREE NOT TO SUE THE RELEASED PARTIES FOR ANY

INJURY OR RESULTING DAMAGE TO MYSELF OR MY PROPERTY ARISING FROM, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, THE PERFORMANCE OF THEIR DUTIES IN SPONSORING, PLANNING, OR CONDUCTING GLASS ACTIVITIES.

21. Studio user waives all claims for remuneration for said use whether based on invasion of privacy or any other reason.

POLICIES

AGE OF ATTENDEE POLICY

Student Age Limits: Glass classes, glass workshops are available for children whom are of the age of 14 years, except where noted in the class descriptions.

All minors must be accompanied by a responsible paying adult, exceptions can be considered.

Individual Registration:

Every Student;

Must register individually for their classes through our website; www.tamborineglassblowing.com.au.

All details must be filled in online.

Payment of classes must be paid in full using the online booking system. (We NEVER sell or distribute our customer’s information).

DRESS CODE AND SAFETY

A significant time is spent standing, please wear comfortable shoes that have a closed toe. Steel caps are always welcome, yet – not compulsory.

Upper body coverings – wear a cotton shirt. Loose moo moos are to be avoided. Short sleeve shirts can be worn.

Leg coverings – wear natural fibers like cotton or denim pants.

Hair – Loose hair must be pulled back, secured neatly. BYO cotton hair net if you wish.

We provide – Heat gloves, eye glasses, aprons where necessary.

LIABILITY WAIVER

At the beginning of each class, you will be asked to complete a liability waiver.

Without this waiver, you will not be permitted to attend the classes.

You can read the waiver in advance of the induction, where you will be presented with the hard copy of the waiver.

Please understand refunds will not be processed if the waiver is unsigned.