Terms & Conditions

1.Basic Terms & Conditions:

“Bazel”, “we”, “us”, “our” means Bazel Skip Bins (ABN: 71 149 694 127)
“Client”, “you”, “your” means the person, company or entity hiring the skip bin under these T&Cs
“Skip” means the skip bin, waste container, bin or receptacle supplied by Bazel Skip Bins
“Hire Period” means the agreed period during which the Skip is on site usually 7 days
“Site” means the location (address) where the Skip is placed at the request of the client
“Council Permit” means any permit, licence or authorisation required by the local council or government to place a skip bin on public land or road reserve
“Waste” means the material deposited or allowed to be deposited in the Skip
“Public Land” includes roads, footpaths, nature strips, road reserves or any land under the control of council, local government, or public authority
“Authorised Person” means Bazel, its employees, agents or subcontractors

2.Agreement & Acceptance

2.1 These T&Cs form part of the contract between Bazel and the Client for the hire, placement, removal and disposal of the skip bin.

2.2 By requesting a quote, placing an order, or accepting delivery of the Skip, you agree to be bound by these T&Cs.

2.3 Any additional or conflicting terms proposed by the Client (e.g. in a purchase order) are excluded unless expressly accepted in writing by Bazel.

3. Quote, Payment & Fees

3.1 Bazel will provide you with a quote including hire fee, transport, disposal costs, and any permits or special surcharges in one payment or in a line by line item determined by Bazel

3.2 A deposit or prepayment may be required before delivery.

3.3 You must pay all amounts by the time(s) and method(s) specified. Late payments may incur interest or charges.

3.4 You are responsible for any costs incurred by Bazel in collecting overdue amounts (e.g. debt recovery fees).

3.5 If additional work, waiting time, extra transport, or overruns occur beyond the quoted scope, Bazel may invoice you extra, and you agree to pay those.

4. Permits, Placement & Compliance

4.1 It is your responsibility to check whether a Council Permit or approval is required for your Skip to be placed on public land or road reserve. In many NSW councils, placing a skip on public land requires a permit under the Local Government Act (or similar).

4.2 Bazel may assist with permit applications at your request, but obtaining and complying with permit conditions is your responsibility (unless we expressly agree otherwise).

4.3 Bazel reserves the right to refuse placement if permit conditions or council restrictions cannot be met.

4.4 The Skip must only be placed as agreed, safely and in compliance with any council, road, traffic or pedestrian safety regulations (including maintaining clearance, not obstructing traffic or pedestrians, providing reflective signage, etc.).

4.5 If council or police or an authorised officer directs relocation or removal, you must cooperate immediately at your cost.

4.6 Any fines, penalties or enforcement actions caused by non-compliance with local laws or permit conditions shall be your responsibility.

5. Use of the Skip / Waste Restrictions

5.1 Only place in the Skip non-hazardous, lawful, permitted waste types as agreed in the quote.

5.2 The Skip must not be overloaded above the rim or overloaded in a way that causes spill or overflow.

5.3 Prohibited contents include (but are not limited to): asbestos, chemicals, paints, solvents, batteries, tyres, medical waste, sharps, hazardous or toxic materials, flammable substances, gases, oils, pressurised containers, or any material prohibited by law.

5.4 If we discover prohibited or hazardous waste, we may refuse to collect, require you to segregate or remove it, or charge additional fees for special handling or disposal.

5.5 You warrant that the waste you place in the Skip is lawfully obtained and that you own or have the right to dispose of it.

5.6 You must not allow third parties other than you or your authorised agents to use or dump into the Skip without Bazel’s consent.

6. Responsibility, Risk & Liability

6.1 From the time of delivery until removal, the Skip is at your risk for damage, theft, misuse, vandalism.

6.2 You are responsible for damage to the Skip or to other property caused by misuse, overloading, shifting, tipping, or negligence, and agree to pay repair or replacement costs.

6.3 Bazel is not liable for damage to underground services, driveways, paths, lawns, or surfaces unless caused by Bazel’s gross negligence or wilful act.

6.4 Bazel shall carry public liability insurance (or requires you to check that we do) to cover injury or damage arising from our operations. (You may request evidence of such insurance.)

6.5 You indemnify Bazel, its officers, agents and contractors against all claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs or expenses (including legal costs) arising from your use or misuse of the Skip or breach of these T&Cs, except to the extent caused by Bazel’s negligence or breach of contract.

6.6 Bazel’s liability for any loss is limited to direct loss and shall not include (so far as lawful) indirect, consequential, special or punitive damages.

6.7 Nothing in these T&Cs excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence or any liability which cannot be excluded by law.

7. Removal, Exceeding Duration, Extension

7.1 Bazel will remove the Skip at the end of the Hire Period or at earlier notice as agreed.

7.2 If the Skip remains beyond the agreed removal date (without prior extension), Bazel may charge overstay fees (daily or hourly) and you remain responsible for all associated costs.

7.3 If the Skip’s presence becomes unsafe, obstructive, causes nuisance, or non-compliant with permit or council rules, Bazel may remove or relocate it early, and you will bear the costs.

7.4 If Bazel cannot access or remove the Skip due to your failure to maintain clear access or due to your actions, you will be responsible for extra costs or delays.

8. Cancellations & Variations

8.1 You may cancel your skip hire request prior to delivery, subject to any cancellation fees or forfeiture of deposit.

8.2 Once delivered, you are liable for full hire and removal costs, unless Bazel agrees otherwise in writing.

8.3 Any variation (e.g. change in size, duration, location) must be agreed in writing and may incur additional charges.

9. Site Conditions & Access

9.1 You must ensure safe, legal, and sufficient access to the Site for delivery, placement and removal of the Skip (including turning space, height clearance, ground stability).

9.2 You must inform Bazel in advance of any obstacles (overhead wires, underground services, trees, fences, gates).

9.3 Bazel is not liable for inability to deliver or remove the Skip due to site constraints or misrepresentation of access.

10. Environmental & Recycling Obligations

10.1 Bazel will dispose of or process the waste in accordance with applicable waste laws, environmental regulations, and permit conditions.

10.2 To the extent required, Bazel may sort, recycle or divert waste and residual disposal—these processes may incur additional costs if your waste mix is unsuitable.

10.3 You shall not interfere with our sorting or recycling processes or demand disposal in non-compliant ways.

11. Force Majeure

Neither Bazel nor the Client is liable for delay or failure to perform obligations under these T&Cs to the extent caused by an event beyond its reasonable control (e.g. natural disaster, government restrictions, strikes, transport disruptions). Performance shall be suspended for the duration of the event.

12. Privacy & Data

12.1 Bazel will collect, store and use personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws (e.g. the Privacy Act 1988).

12.2 You consent to Bazel using your contact details to arrange delivery, pickup, invoicing, and interaction necessary for the skip hire.

13. Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

13.1 These T&Cs are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

13.2 Any dispute arising from or related to these T&Cs shall, in the first instance, be referred to good faith negotiation (or mediation) before commencing court or tribunal proceedings.

14. General Clauses

14.1 If any clause is invalid or unenforceable, it is severed and does not affect the remainder.

14.2 These T&Cs constitute the entire agreement between Bazel and you regarding skip hire, superseding all earlier agreements or representations.

14.3 Bazel may change or update these T&Cs from time to time; the version in force at the time of your hire applies (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

14.4 You may not assign or subcontract your rights or obligations under these T&Cs without Bazel’s prior written consent.

14.5 Bazel may subcontract or use agents in performing its obligations.

05/10/2025