Terms of Hire

IMPORTANT: these terms are a working draft prepared alongside the website. They must be drafted or reviewed by an attorney before they are published or relied on. Plant hire carries significant liability exposure and a template from the internet is not adequate protection for machinery of this value.

1. Definitions

“We”, “us” and “our” means Ngwana Mmu Group (Pty) Ltd. “You” means the hirer named in the quote or hire agreement. “Equipment” means the plant, machinery and attachments listed in that agreement.

2. Hire period

The hire period runs from delivery to site until collection, unless agreed otherwise in writing. Minimum hire periods apply and are stated in the quote.

3. Rates and payment

Rates are stated in the quote and exclude VAT unless stated otherwise
Transport is quoted separately and stated up front
New clients pay a deposit or in advance on the first hire
Account terms are available once a payment history is established
Interest may be charged on overdue amounts at the rate stated in the agreement

4. Your responsibilities

Use the equipment only for its designed purpose and within its rated capacity
On dry hire, supply an operator holding valid competency certification
Carry out daily pre-use inspections and greasing per the operator handbook
Provide safe access, secure overnight storage and site induction
Not move the equipment off the agreed site without our written consent
Not sublet or part with possession of the equipment

5. Fuel and consumables

On dry hire, fuel and daily consumables are your responsibility. On wet hire, fuel for the agreed operating hours and routine maintenance are included. Equipment is delivered fuelled and must be returned fuelled, failing which refuelling is charged.

6. Breakdown

Mechanical breakdown not caused by misuse is our responsibility. Hire charges are suspended from the time the breakdown is reported until the equipment is operational, and we will supply a replacement where one is available. Breakdown caused by misuse, overloading, operator error or lack of daily maintenance is chargeable to you, and hire charges continue.

7. Damage, loss and insurance

The equipment is covered by our plant all-risk policy. You remain responsible for the policy excess, for damage arising from misuse or operation outside rated capacity, and for third-party liability arising from operation of the equipment on your site. Loss or theft must be reported to us and to the police immediately.

8. Standing time

Standing time caused by site conditions, access, weather or waiting instructions is billed at the standing rate stated in the quote.

9. Termination

Either party may terminate on the notice stated in the agreement. We may terminate immediately and recover the equipment if payment is overdue, if the equipment is being misused, or if it is moved without consent.

10. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Questions

Ask before you sign, not after. Call 068 000 0000 or email <a href="mailto:quotes@ngwanammu.co.za">quotes@ngwanammu.co.za</a>.