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Operating & Safety Requirements
This Schedule forms part of the Rental Contract and must be complied with at all times.
1Before Towing
Before leaving the collection location, you must ensure:
- the trailer is correctly coupled
- safety chains are attached
- trailer lights are functioning
- tyres appear correctly inflated and roadworthy
- the trailer is suitable for your intended use
- your towing vehicle is legally capable of towing the trailer and load
2Loading Requirements
You must:
- distribute weight evenly
- secure all loads appropriately
- use suitable tie-downs
- ensure no items protrude dangerously
- ensure loads do not exceed legal weight limits
You must not:
- overload the trailer
- transport unsecured items
- carry dangerous or illegal materials
- exceed the trailer’s rated capacity
3Safe Towing Requirements
You must:
- comply with all road rules
- drive safely and responsibly
- adjust driving to suit road and weather conditions
- regularly check the trailer and load during transit
You must not:
- exceed 100km/h
- tow recklessly
- tow while affected by drugs or alcohol
- use a mobile phone unlawfully while driving
4Prohibited Use
AJ Trailer Hire trailers must not be:
- taken off-road
- driven on beaches
- submerged in water
- used on unsealed roads
- used in floodwaters
- used unlawfully
- modified or altered
- used for racing, drifting or dangerous activities
Commercial freight platform use (including Loadshift, Truckit or similar services) requires prior approval.
5Security Requirements
When unattended, you must:
- secure the trailer appropriately
- lock the trailer where possible
- ensure the trailer cannot be removed unlawfully
- park legally and safely
You remain responsible for the trailer until it is returned and accepted by AJ Trailer Hire.
6Breakdowns & Damage
If the trailer:
- becomes damaged
- develops a fault
- is involved in an accident
- becomes unsafe
you must:
- stop using the trailer where safe to do so
- notify AJ Trailer Hire immediately
- not attempt repairs without approval
7Return Requirements
Before returning the trailer, you must:
- remove all goods and rubbish
- clean the trailer
- secure the trailer correctly
- return keys and locks as instructed
Additional fees may apply if the trailer is returned:
- excessively dirty
- damaged
- late
- unsecured
- to an incorrect location