“Touch Of Insanity” Booking Terms & Conditions
1. Payment:

          a. A non-refundable reservation fee (deposit) of £100.00 must be paid by the Client to secure any booking. The                balance of the total cost of hire must be paid by transfer no later than 14 days prior to the event.

         b. If and when agreeable to The Client and the Service Provider, the performance time may be extended at an               agreed overtime rate of £45.00 per half hour or part thereof.

2. In the event of the Client cancelling the engagement for any reason, a cancellation fee will be payable. Any cancellation received in excess of ninety (90) days prior to the event will result in the loss of any reservation fee(s) paid. If a cancellation notice is received within ninety (90) days of the event, this will lead to the full fee becoming due immediately. All cancellations must be made and/or confirmed in writing and delivered sent by recorded delivery to;

Touch Of Insanity Events
18 St Leonards Close
Fareham
Hampshire
PO15 5ER.

3. In the unlikely event of the Service Provider being unable to appear for any reason, the Service Provider reserves the right to fulfil their obligations by arranging for a suitable alternative to appear in its place so that the event can proceed. In the event of the Client seeking compensation for any reason, the Service Provider will only be liable for a sum of up to and not exceeding the Total Cost of Hire.

4. The Service Provider and his/her assistants will conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times and will respond to the Client’s and venue staff’s reasonable requests as to volume, placement of equipment and any other matter.

5. The Client will ensure there is adequate access to the performance area and free parking nearby for the duration of the performance.

6. It is the Client’s responsibility to ascertain or not whether a performance licence is required. This is usually taken care of by the venue but please be sure to check. Should the Service Provider be prevented from performing by any failure of the Client to obtain the appropriate licence or permission for the performance then the provisions relating to cancellations, as set out in this agreement will apply.

7. The Client will allow the Service Provider sufficient time for their equipment to be set up and at the completion of the performance sufficient time to dismantle and remove the equipment from the venue. This time will vary according to the venue and amount of equipment.

8. In cases where the Service Provider’s equipment has been left unattended for any period there is no right for the Client, the Client’s guests or any other person to use such equipment and the Client accepts all responsibility for any damage caused.

9. The Client is responsible for the behaviour of his/her guests (and in particular it should be ensured that all children are supervised and do not interfere with the equipment or any staff of the Service Provider) and for safeguarding the DJ and all equipment against theft, damage or other risks from the moment of arrival to the moment of final departure. The Client will be liable for any loss of or damage to the equipment other than that caused by fair wear and tear.

10. The Service Provider reserves the right to work in a non-hostile environment. Abusive behaviour towards the DJ or his/her staff either from the Client or any of the Clients guests will not be tolerated and may result in the immediate termination of the performance.

11. The Client warrants that they are entitled to use the Venue for the purpose of the event and performance. The Client further warrants that the Service Provider and his/her assistants shall in no way be liable for any breach of covenants, regulations, by-laws and conditions under which any premises are hired, leased or entrusted to the Provider.

12. The Client must ensure that the Service Provider has access to two safe and serviceable 13Amp standard UK mains sockets within 5 meters of the Service Provider’s working position or performance area. If the Client cannot guarantee any of the above they must immediately notify the Service Provider.

13. The Service Provider’s equipment must not obstruct any emergency exit route and there must be enough space for the Service Provider to work in safety and comfort. For events that take place in a marquee or outside, the Service Provider’s equipment will not be placed on bare grass, on ground that is not level or directly onto a dance floor.

14. The Service Provider may take photographs or video clips at events. Unless expressly forbidden by the Client, the Client is deemed to have agreed to such photographs and video clips being taken and used to promote the business of the Service Provider.

15. This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English Law and must not be altered, changed or added to in any way except unless mutually agreed to by both parties in writing.

16. The booking agreement must be signed and returned with the reservation fee within 7 days after being sent. Failure to do so invalidates the agreement.