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Terms and Conditions

Dear Client,

Thank you for your interest in the Motorcycle Training Course and Safety Services Nova Scotia. Before you complete your course registration, we ask that you take a few moments to review the following information about the program. If after reading the information you still have questions or concerns, please call (902)454-9621 ext 227 or toll free 1-866-511-2211.

Motorcycle Training Course

The Motorcycle Training Course is a combination of classroom instruction and motorcycle riding practical exercises. You will spend the majority of your time riding the motorcycles therefore be dressed and prepared to ride in varying types of weather.

Instructors

Instructors delivering the Motorcycle Training Course are highly competent and qualified through rigid program training, evaluation and review. They will train you in motorcycle safety and teach you the basic skills you will need in today’s traffic environment.

Motorcycles

The course is delivered on motorcycles provided by the SSNS. Each student will have their own individual motorcycle. The program is designed for the novice rider and uses motorcycles from 125cc to 250cc.

Course Conditions

Due to our climate, the course is held in varying types of weather, therefore, you should be prepared with the appropriate clothing. No course will be held in unsafe conditions. Students are required to supply the following:

  • Motorcycle Helmet (DOT approved)
  • Gloves preferably leather; make sure they fit. (FINGERLESS GLOVES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED)
  • Sturdy jacket and pants (leather or denim)
  • Boots that cover the ankle (preferably leather) (SNEAKERS & RUBBER BOOTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED) Boots with higher than average heels will hinder your ability to operate the foot controls. Steel toe boots are not recommended.
  • Rain gear is required as the course goes rain or shine.
  • Current NS Drivers License -- if you wish to be licensed on successful completion of the course.
  • Copy of your receipt indicating payment for the course.

All riding equipment must be checked and approved by the Chief Instructor upon your arrival on the course. This check is necessary to ensure that the riding gear you plan on using meets the required standards.

  1. The tuition fee is payable in full prior to the start of training, and is non-refundable. Attendance at all training sessions is mandatory. Extra fees will be charged for any extra training or make-up training requested by me.
  2. I confirm that I have disclosed all relevant medical information as requested by Safety Services Nova Scotia and promise to advise my instructors of any changes which could affect my training.
  3. Where I use my own vehicle, I am solely responsible for ensuring that it is in a state of good mechanical repair and safe operating condition to the satisfaction Safety Services Nova Scotia prior to the training.
  4. Waiver and Limitation of Liability:
    1. I understand that there is an inherent risk of accident and personal injury in operating and in learning to operate a motorcycle and hereby acknowledge and accept the entire risk of undertaking this training.
    2. I understand that while Safety Services Nova Scotia has instructed my instructor on how to provide a safe training course, and has agreed to use commercially reasonable efforts to provide a safe course and learning environment, the cost of the course is based on Safety Services Nova Scotia, its officers, instructors, volunteers, employees, directors and agents (collectively the "Released Persons") having NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE HOWSOEVER CAUSED, INCLUDING THEIR OWN NEGLIGENCE.
    3. I hereby release the Released Persons from all liability for any property damage, bodily injury, liability, costs, expenses and claims of every nature and kind, howsoever caused, arising from, or in consequence of, my participation in training activities conducted by any of the Released Persons or arising from or in consequence of any negligence on the part of any of the Released Persons, or any failure on their part to provide a safe training course or use commercially reasonable efforts to do so.
    4. FOR GREATER CERTAINTY, I MAY NOT SUE SAFETY SERVICES NOVA SCOTIA OR ANYONE ASSOCIATED WITH THEM FOR DAMAGE SUFFERED BY ME IN THE COURSE, INCLUDING DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF THEIR OWN NEGLIGENCE IN PROVIDING THIS COURSE, AND I WAIVE MY RIGHTS TO DO SO.
    5. Negligence may include: failure to secure or clear the training environment, failure to remind students of instructions, failure to follow the course manual, mixing experienced and novice students, etc.
    6. Where I use my own vehicle, I also acknowledge and accept the risk of damage which might occur to it, and acknowledge that the foregoing release, waivers and indemnities apply to it as well.
    7. The costs of this course are based on the foregoing allocation of risk. Failure to sign this form will mean that you may not participate in the training activities.

Cancellations

An administration fee of $85 will be charged on cancellations. No refund will be issued 48 hours prior to the course date. Individuals who register and fail to attend or fail to complete the program due to withdrawal or dismissal will not be eligible for refund.

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