Dear Valued Customer,
As the demand for larger, heavier cranes in the crane rental industry increases, so too does the risk of potential damage to job site elements,
such as asphalt parking lots, underground utilities, driveways, curbs, and gutters. Bay Area Crane Service recognizes the importance of
mitigating these risks and ensuring that both customers and site owners are informed of their responsibilities when our services are utilized
in sensitive areas.
Bay Area Crane Service's sales team, crane operators, and employees work closely with our customers to help minimize potential damage to access points,
staging areas, and work zones on the job site. Bay Area Crane Service offers protective measures, including mats, steel plates, and other solutions, at
competitive rates to help reduce the impact of crane operations on the work site. Customers are encouraged to request these measures, but if
they decline, they assume full responsibility for any damage that could have been prevented by such measures.
Customer Obligations
To prevent any disputes regarding pre-existing conditions or damage at the job site, the customer shall identify and document the condition of
the work site, including any existing damage, prior to the commencement of crane operations. This documentation should include photographs or
written records of areas such as parking lots, sidewalks, driveways, underground utilities, landscaping, and any other elements that may be
affected by crane operations.
Failure to document pre-existing conditions may result in the customer assuming responsibility for any claims of damage at the site.
Please note that Bay Area Crane Service is not responsible or liable for damage to the following areas during crane operation:
- Parking lot surfaces, sidewalks, or driveways during crane movement or load transportation.
- Underground vaults, gutters, utilities, or other subterranean structures during operations.
- Irrigation systems, lawns, shrubbery, or other landscaping affected by crane movement.
However, this waiver does not absolve Bay Area Crane Service from liability in cases of proven negligence. If damages occur due to failure to adhere to industry
standards, including ASME B30.5 or OSHA regulations, or failure to exercise due care, customers retain the right to seek compensation for such
damages.
By signing below, the undersigned acknowledges the inherent risks of crane operation and agrees to indemnify and release Bay Area Crane Service, its agents, employees,
and subcontractors from any claims, losses, damages, suits, or judgments arising from property damage incurred during the use of any equipment at
the job location, except in cases of proven negligence. This waiver applies regardless of whether you choose to use protective measures offered by
us to mitigate damage.
This waiver is governed by the laws of California, and any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Marin County, CA. If any part of this waiver
is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
