Terms of Hire
Konnect Kitchens Pty Ltd ABN 19 690 374 602 trading as Anytime Grinder Hire
315 Ron Penhaligon Way, Robina QLD 4226 | hello@anytimegrinderhire.com.au
Version 2.0 — effective from date of publication
1. Agreement
By completing a booking and accepting these Terms of Hire electronically, you enter into a legally binding Equipment Hire Agreement with Konnect Kitchens Pty Ltd ABN 19 690 374 602 trading as Anytime Grinder Hire (AGH, we, us, our). These Terms apply to both consumer and commercial hirers. Where you are a consumer within the meaning of the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) (ACL), nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any right or remedy you have under the ACL that cannot lawfully be excluded. Where you are a commercial hirer (not a consumer), liability may be limited as set out in clause 9.
2. Equipment — Property and Risk
The equipment specified in your booking confirmation (Equipment) remains the property of AGH at all times. Title to the Equipment does not pass to you at any point. Risk of loss or damage to the Equipment passes to you at the time your access code is delivered. You assume full responsibility for the Equipment from that moment until a clean return is confirmed by AGH. You acknowledge receipt of the Equipment in good working order with all accessories as listed in your booking confirmation.
3. Hire Period and Fees
The hire period runs from your nominated pickup time to your nominated return time as confirmed in your booking. Hire fees are payable in full at the time of booking. Late returns are charged at the applicable daily rate for each additional 24-hour period or part thereof.
4. Bond
A $600 bond is pre-authorised (not charged) on your nominated payment card at the time of booking. The pre-authorisation is released within 24 hours of a confirmed clean, on-time return. AGH may retain all or part of the bond for: damage to the Equipment beyond fair wear and tear; missing accessories; excessive cleaning requirements; or late return. Any bond retention will be preceded by: (a) a written damage report provided to you within 24 hours of the Equipment's return; (b) a reasonable opportunity for you to respond (minimum 24 hours); and (c) supporting cost documentation (repair quote or invoice) provided before any charge is applied. Costs exceeding the bond amount are payable within 7 days of written notice.
5. Pre-Hire Condition
At the time of pickup, a condition record of the Equipment is created automatically (photo, timestamp, booking ID). This record constitutes the pre-hire condition baseline. If you believe the Equipment is not in the condition described in your booking confirmation, you must notify AGH within 30 minutes of accessing the Equipment. Failure to notify within this window constitutes acceptance of the Equipment in its presented condition.
6. Your Obligations
During the hire period, you must: (a) use the Equipment only for concrete surface grinding on property you own or are lawfully authorised to work on; (b) operate the Equipment in accordance with the provided safety instructions and manufacturer guidelines; (c) keep the Equipment secure at all times; (d) not sublease, subhire, lend, or otherwise transfer possession of the Equipment to any third party; (e) return the Equipment clean and with all accessories in the condition it was received (fair wear and tear excepted); (f) comply with all applicable work health and safety laws, including silica dust controls.
7. Workplace Health and Safety — Silica Dust
Concrete grinding produces respirable crystalline silica (RCS) dust, which is a serious health hazard and a recognised carcinogen. Prolonged exposure can cause silicosis, lung cancer, and other respiratory diseases. You are solely responsible for implementing appropriate dust controls in accordance with Safe Work Australia's guide on Managing the Risks of Respirable Crystalline Silica from Construction Work (2020), including but not limited to: (a) use of H-Class dust extraction equipment during all grinding operations; (b) P2 or P3 respiratory protective equipment worn at all times while grinding; (c) wetting of surfaces where permitted and practicable; (d) exclusion of non-essential persons from the work area during grinding. AGH accepts no liability for health consequences arising from inadequate dust controls during your hire period.
8. Damage, Loss, and Equipment Failure
You are responsible for any damage to the Equipment beyond fair wear and tear occurring during your hire period. You are responsible for the full replacement cost of lost, stolen, or destroyed Equipment. If the Equipment fails or malfunctions during your hire period through no fault of your own: (a) you must notify AGH immediately via hello@anytimegrinderhire.com.au or 0414 607 961; (b) AGH will arrange a replacement or remedy within a reasonable time; (c) if a remedy is not provided within 4 hours, you are entitled to a pro-rata refund for the unused portion of your hire period. Damage costs will be deducted from your bond. Costs exceeding the bond are payable within 7 days.
9. Access Code
Your access code is issued to you personally for the duration of your hire period. You must not share the code with any unauthorised person. You are responsible for all access to the equipment storage using your code during the hire period.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, our total liability to you for any loss or damage arising from or in connection with this agreement (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) is limited to the hire fees paid by you for the relevant hire. We are not liable for any consequential, indirect, special, or incidental damages, including loss of income, loss of profit, or damage to property other than the Equipment. Nothing in this clause limits any right or guarantee you have under the ACL that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited. Where you are a commercial hirer, you agree that the ACL consumer guarantees do not apply and liability is limited as stated above, pursuant to section 64A of the ACL.
11. Cancellation
The following cancellation policy applies: | Cancellation timing | Refund | |---|---| | More than 48 hours before hire start | Full refund less payment processing fees | | 24–48 hours before hire start | 50% refund | | Less than 24 hours before hire start | No refund | | After access code is issued | No refund | Where AGH cancels or is unable to fulfil a booking due to circumstances beyond our control (including equipment unavailability, facility access issues, or force majeure), you are entitled to a full refund of all amounts paid.
12. Dispute Resolution
If a dispute arises in connection with this agreement, the parties agree to attempt to resolve it as follows: (a) Direct resolution: The party raising the dispute must notify the other in writing, setting out the nature and details of the dispute. Both parties will attempt to resolve it within 7 days of notification. (b) Mediation: If not resolved within 7 days, either party may refer the dispute to mediation through the Resolution Institute or a mutually agreed mediator. Costs are shared equally. (c) Legal proceedings: If mediation fails or is refused, either party may pursue legal proceedings in a court of competent jurisdiction in Queensland. This clause does not prevent either party from seeking urgent interlocutory relief from a court.
13. PPSA — Security Interest
This agreement creates a Security Interest in the Equipment in favour of AGH under the Personal Property Securities Act 2009 (Cth) (PPSA). AGH may register this security interest on the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) at any time. You agree to do anything reasonably required to assist AGH in registering or perfecting its security interest, and you waive any right to receive a copy of any financing statement or financing change statement registered by AGH.
14. Governing Law
This agreement is governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. You submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland.
Questions about these terms?
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