1) Definitions

• Equipment – Any item hired from us, including attachments, accessories, trailers, tools, and consumables.
• Hire Period – The period from when equipment leaves our yard until it is returned and accepted back.
• Rate – The daily/weekly hire fee, plus any additional charges.
• Damage – Any loss, breakage, malfunction, misuse, or cleaning required above normal wear and tear.
• Site – The location where equipment will be used or delivered.
• Customer – The individual or business hiring equipment.

2) Hire Conditions

• Equipment is hired on a daily/weekly rate unless otherwise agreed in writing.
• The hire period continues until equipment is returned and checked off by us.
• Minimum hire charges may apply.
• Booking dates and availability are not guaranteed until confirmed by us.

3) Delivery & Collection

• Delivery and pickup can be arranged at an additional cost.
• Delivery times are estimates only.
• You must ensure the site is accessible and safe for delivery vehicles.
• If the site is inaccessible or causes delays, waiting time or additional delivery fees may apply.

4) Customer Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Use equipment only for its intended purpose.
• Operate equipment safely, responsibly, and in accordance with instructions.
• Ensure operators hold any required competency, licence, or certification.
• Keep equipment secure, protected from theft, weather, or misuse.
• Allow only competent persons to operate the equipment.
• Comply with all workplace health and safety laws.
• Notify us immediately if equipment is damaged, lost, stolen, or malfunctioning.

5) Damage, Loss, and Cleaning

You are responsible for:

• Any loss, theft, or damage (regardless of fault) while equipment is in your care.
• Repairs, replacement costs, and downtime charges.
• Excessive cleaning, including removal of concrete, mud, paint, or contaminants.
• Tyre damage caused by punctures, cuts, blowouts, or misuse.

If equipment is damaged beyond repair, you must pay the full replacement value.

6) Breakdown & Faults

• If equipment breaks down due to a defect not caused by misuse, we will repair or replace it as soon as reasonably possible.
• Your obligation to pay hire charges is suspended only for the period the equipment is unusable due to our fault.
• We are not liable for delays, loss of income, or project downtime caused by equipment failure.

7) Theft or Loss

• You must immediately report any theft to us and to the police.
• You remain liable for the replacement cost unless otherwise agreed in writing.
• Insurance (if offered) must be accepted before the hire period – not after loss occurs.

8) Fuel, Consumables & Maintenance

• Equipment must be returned with the same fuel level it was supplied.
• Additional charges apply for refuelling.
• Daily checks (oil, water, grease, batteries, tyres) are the hirer’s responsibility.
• Consumables (e.g., teeth, blades, filters, hoses) may incur extra charges.

9) Hire Rates & Additional Charges

You may be charged for:

• Late return
• Cleaning
• Refuelling
• Damage or replacement
• Delivery and pickup
• After-hours call-outs
• Stand-down or waiting time
• Excess hours if equipment exceeds standard daily hour limits

10) Payment Terms

• Payment terms are as per your approved account or otherwise strictly prepaid.
• Overdue amounts may incur interest or late fees.
• All recovery, legal, and debt collection costs are payable by the customer.

11) Termination of Hire

We may terminate a hire immediately if:

• You breach these terms
• Equipment is used unsafely
• Payment is overdue
• Equipment is at risk of damage or seizure

Upon termination, equipment must be returned immediately, or we may enter the site to recover it.

12) Liability & Indemnity

• You indemnify us against all loss, damage, injury, claims, or costs arising from your use of the equipment.
• We are not liable for indirect or consequential loss, including delays, business losses, or inconvenience.
• Nothing in these terms limits any rights you have under Australian Consumer Law.

13) Title & Ownership

• We retain ownership of all equipment at all times.
• You must not sell, sub-hire, mortgage, or transfer the equipment.
• Equipment may not leave the state/region without prior written approval.

14) Insurance

Where applicable:

• You may be required to maintain insurance for the equipment while in your care.
• Proof of insurance must be provided upon request.
• Insurance does not cover negligence, misuse, or unapproved operators.

15) Privacy & Credit Terms

• Personal and business information collected during the hire process is used to manage your account and assess hire suitability.
• For account customers, your information may be checked with trade references.
• Our Account Reporting Policy applies.

16) Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the state or territory in which the hire occurs.

17) Contact Us

For enquiries regarding credit reporting, access requests, or corrections, please contact:

AB Plant & Equipment Hire
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0461 517 800
Address: 26/89 Priestdale Road, Eight Mile Plains, 4113