This is the rental agreement. It is your responsibility to read through and understand this agreement before you rent out the equipment. You will be prompted to read through this during checkout.

 

EQUIPMENT HIRE AGREEMENT

Effective Date: 28/05/2025

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1. Parties

Owner: JEC - NVG
Address: The Store Room, Millshaw, Beeston, Leeds LS11 8EG
Contact Email: info@jecnvg.co.uk

Hirer: [Insert Full Legal Name]
Address: [Insert Residential Address]
Contact Email: [Insert]
Phone: [Insert]

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2. Definitions

• "Equipment": The items provided under this agreement, including but not limited to Night Vision Devices, Ops-Core Shroud, Wilcox G24 Mount, J-Arm, Bridge Mount, Lanyard, FMA Maritime Helmet, FMA Counterweight Pouch, Lanyards and Laser/Illumination Module.

• "Total Loss": Any damage or incident resulting in irreparable harm to the Equipment or where the cost of repair exceeds the Equipment's current market value.

• "Casualty Value": The Equipment’s market value at the end of the hire term or immediately before the occurrence of a Total Loss.

• "Hire Period": The fixed period for which the Equipment is hired as stated in the confirmation provided to the Hirer.

• “Courier” means a reputable Courier organisation responsible for carrying the Goods to or from the Hirer as organised by JEC NVG.
• “Deposit” means any Deposit required by the JEC NVG in relation to the goods which is to be held as security by the Company.

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3. Hire Term

• Commencement: Begins upon receipt of full payment and dispatch or collection of Equipment.

• Duration: As stated in the Hire Confirmation sent to the Hirer via email.

• Extension: Only permitted by written agreement between the parties.

• Termination: Upon return and full inspection of all hired Equipment in acceptable condition.

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4. Hire Charges and Security Deposit

• Hire Charges: Payable in full prior to release of Equipment, per the rates agreed at time of booking.

• Security Deposit: £200.00, refundable upon safe return of Equipment. The Owner may deduct from the deposit to cover:

  • Any damage, cleaning, or missing accessories

  • Late return penalties

  • Any sums owed under clause 7 (loss/damage)

• Non-payment: Failure to pay may result in cancellation or withholding of the Equipment.

• The Hirer will pay a security deposit of £200.00 (the "Deposit") before taking possession of the Equipment. The Owner will refund the Deposit to the Hirer at the end of the Term provided that the Hirer has performed all of the Hirer's obligations under this Agreement.
• By placing an order, you confirm that you are over 18 years old and have read and understood these terms and conditions and agree to be bound by them and to comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

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5. Delivery and Collection

• Delivery: Arranged by the Owner via tracked courier or collected in person. Risk passes to the Hirer upon delivery or collection. The Hirer shall accept delivery of the Equipment on the day the Courier first attempts to deliver. Where the Courier has attempted to deliver Equipment, but the Hirer has not been present to accept the delivery, the hire period shall remain as shown on the Order Confirmation.

• Return: The Hirer is responsible for ensuring Equipment is securely packaged and returned via tracked, insured courier or in person by the agreed date.

• Failure to Return: Considered theft and reported to authorities after 4 calendar days of non-return. If the Equipment is not available for collection, the Hirer will be charged a failed collection fee of £20 +VAT and will be charged for the extension of hire. In the event Equipment is not returned within 24 hours of the collection date and not withstanding Courier delays, the Hirer will be charged a fee equal to a full day’s commercial rental for each day the Equipment remains unreturned.

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6. Use of Equipment

The Hirer shall:

• Use the Equipment only for its intended purpose and in accordance with manufacturer guidance.

• Not use the Equipment in direct sunlight, bright daylight, or in hazardous conditions that may cause damage.

• Not loan, hire, or sublease the Equipment to any third party.

• Ensure the Equipment is used only by persons over 18 years of age, trained and competent in its use.

• Abide by all UK laws, including relevant laws regarding the possession and use of night vision or laser equipment.

• Not transport the Equipment outside of the UK without express written permission from the Owner.

• The Hirer will use the Equipment in a good and careful manner and will comply with all of the manufacturer's requirements and recommendations respecting the Equipment and with any applicable law.
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• The hirer will not use the Equipment during daylight as this may cause damage to the device.
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• The hirer will not leave the equipment unattended at any time, the hirer will keep it in the locked box, in a secure location and only use the device after daylight hours. 
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• The Hirer will read all instructions on use, ensure relevant video demonstrations are watched and agree to email info@jecnvg.co.uk with any questions regarding use if they are not sure. Ignorance is no excuse.

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7. Hirer’s Obligations

• Take all reasonable precautions to protect the Equipment from theft, loss, or damage.

• Immediately report any damage, defect, or malfunction to the Owner.

• In case of theft or loss, notify local police within 24 hours and provide a crime reference number.

• Allow access for inspection of Equipment upon request with reasonable notice.

• Provide a valid photo ID (e.g., passport or driving licence) and proof of address prior to the commencement of hire.

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8. Loss, Theft, and Damage

• The Hirer bears full liability for all loss, theft, or damage occurring during the hire period, regardless of cause, unless proven to be the Owner’s fault.

• In the event of Total Loss, the Hirer agrees to pay the full Casualty Value as determined by the Owner within 7 days.

• Where damage is repairable, the Hirer agrees to pay reasonable repair costs including shipping and assessment fees.

• Deliberate damage, unauthorised tampering, or negligent handling will void any insurance cover and the Hirer remains fully liable.

• Batteries are included with each hire package, all batteries must be returned even if they no longer work. Missing batteries will be charged back from the price of the deposit.
• Minor scuffs are acceptable, if the device is used properly and not used in bright light locations then the device will not receive any damage. People shining bright light, IR or visible lasers into the NVD will cause damage.

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9. Insurance

• Owner's Insurance: The Owner may carry insurance for the Equipment, but this does not release the Hirer from liability under this Agreement.

• Exclusions: The Owner's policy does not cover:

  • Unattended Equipment left unsecured

  • Use during unlawful activity

  • Damage from misuse or operation outside manufacturer’s guidelines

  • Use during day time
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  • Theft

• The Hirer remains responsible for any excess, uncovered claims, or costs not reimbursed by the Owner’s insurer.

• If the Equipment is lost or damaged, the Hirer will continue paying Rent, will provide the Owner with prompt written notice of such loss or damage and will, if the Equipment is repairable, put or cause the Equipment to be put in a state of good repair, appearance and condition. The Equipment is fully insured with the owner. Should there be a loss or damage the owner will take ownership of the security deposit and a claim will be made through the owners insurance company.
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• Insurance Coverage is conditional on meeting certain security requirements: doors and windows must be locked, keys removed or stored in a locked safe, and any alarms must be activated. Coverage exclusions include shared hotel rooms, tents, unlocked or soft-top vehicles, and goods not out of sight.

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10. Late Return and Non-Return

• Late Return: A fee of £50.00 per day will be charged for each day the Equipment is overdue beyond the agreed return date.

• Non-Return: If Equipment is not returned within 4 calendar days of the due date:

  • The Equipment will be deemed lost/stolen.

  • The Owner will retain the deposit.

  • Legal action and police reports will be pursued.

  • The Hirer will be liable for the full replacement cost.

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11. Indemnity

The Hirer shall indemnify and hold harmless the Owner from any claims, demands, costs, losses, or liabilities arising from:

• Personal injury or death resulting from the use or misuse of the Equipment.

• Damage to third-party property.

• Breach of law or regulation arising during the hire period.

• Any unauthorised use of the Equipment.

• The Hirer shall pay all legal fees or costs incurred in connection with the enforcement of these terms and conditions or legal fees incurred in connection with any dispute or difference arising under this agreement that is resolved in favour of the Company.

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12. Termination by Owner

The Owner may terminate this agreement immediately if:

• The Hirer breaches any clause herein.

• The Equipment is used unlawfully or irresponsibly.

• The Owner has reasonable grounds to suspect risk to Equipment or third parties.

Upon termination, the Hirer must immediately return the Equipment.

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13. Ownership

The Equipment remains at all times the sole property of the Owner. The Hirer obtains no ownership, interest, or lien over the Equipment.

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14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. All disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

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15. Entire Agreement

This document represents the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior understandings, communications, or representations, whether oral or written.

NOTICE TO THE HIRER: This is a lease. You are not buying the Equipment (unless a for sale item)

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16. Severability

If any clause or provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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17. Data Protection

The Owner will process all personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. Data will only be used for purposes related to this Agreement and will not be shared without lawful basis. GDPR Policy

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18. Cancellation 

• Where the Hirer is a consumer, they shall have the right to cancel an order by written notice up to 14 working days after receiving the Order confirmation email.
• All cancellations and amendments must be confirmed in writing.
• Without prejudice to any other right or remedy available to the Company in the event of a cancellation of an Order by the Hirer, the Company reserves the right to make a cancellation charge in respect of Equipment as follows:
  • More than 14 days before start period - £20 Admin fee
  • Within 14 Days of dispatch date - £20 Admin fee +
  • Within 4-14 Days of hire - 25% of hire
  • Within 3 Days of hire - 30% of hire
  • Within 2 Days of hire - 50% of hire
  • Within 1 Days of dispatch - 80% of hire
• A 50% reduction of the cancellation fee can be applied if the value is taken as future credit. 

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19. Signatures

By signing below, the Hirer agrees to all terms and conditions outlined in this Equipment Hire Agreement.

Owner (JEC - NVG)
Name: ___________________________
Signature: ________________________
Date: ___________________________

Hirer
Name: ___________________________
Signature: ________________________
Date: ___________________________

Drivers license / Passport number  YES/NO

Proof of address (Statement, bill etc) YES/NO

 

OVERVIEW
This website is operated by JEC NVG. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to JEC NVG. JEC NVG offers this website, including all information, tools and Services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies and notices stated here.

By visiting our site and/ or purchasing/renting something from us, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service”, “Terms”), including those additional terms and conditions and policies referenced herein and/or available by hyperlink. These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including without limitation users who are browsers, vendors, customers, merchants, and/ or contributors of content.

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before accessing or using our website. By accessing or using any part of the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions of this agreement, then you may not access the website or use any Services. If these Terms of Service are considered an offer, acceptance is expressly limited to these Terms of Service.

Any new features or tools which are added to the current store shall also be subject to the Terms of Service. You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and/or changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Our store is hosted on Shopify Inc. They provide us with the online e-commerce platform that allows us to sell our products and Services to you.

SECTION 1 - ONLINE STORE TERMS
By agreeing to these Terms of Service, you represent that you are at least the age of 18 and have given permission to allow any of your minor dependents to use this site.
You may not use our products for any illegal or unauthorized purpose nor may you, in the use of the Service, violate any laws in your jurisdiction (including but not limited to copyright laws).
You must not transmit any worms or viruses or any code of a destructive nature.
A breach or violation of any of the Terms will result in an immediate termination of your Services.

SECTION 2 - GENERAL CONDITIONS
We reserve the right to refuse Service to anyone for any reason at any time.
You understand that your content (not including credit card information), may be transferred unencrypted and involve (a) transmissions over various networks; and (b) changes to conform and adapt to technical requirements of connecting networks or devices. Credit card information is always encrypted during transfer over networks.
You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit any portion of the Service, use of the Service, or access to the Service or any contact on the website through which the Service is provided, without express written permission by us.
The headings used in this agreement are included for convenience only and will not limit or otherwise affect these Terms.

SECTION 3 - ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS AND TIMELINESS OF INFORMATION
We are not responsible if information made available on this site is not accurate, complete or current. The material on this site is provided for general information only and should not be relied upon or used as the sole basis for making decisions without consulting primary, more accurate, more complete or more timely sources of information. Any reliance on the material on this site is at your own risk.
This site may contain certain historical information. Historical information, necessarily, is not current and is provided for your reference only. We reserve the right to modify the contents of this site at any time, but we have no obligation to update any information on our site. You agree that it is your responsibility to monitor changes to our site.

SECTION 4 - MODIFICATIONS TO THE SERVICE AND PRICES
Prices for our products are subject to change without notice.
We reserve the right at any time to modify or discontinue the Service (or any part or content thereof) without notice at any time.
We shall not be liable to you or to any third-party for any modification, price change, suspension or discontinuance of the Service.

SECTION 5 - PRODUCTS OR SERVICES (if applicable)
Certain products or Services may be available exclusively online through the website.
We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the colours and images of our products that appear at the store. We cannot guarantee that your computer monitor's display of any colour will be accurate.
We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to limit the sales of our products or Services to any person, geographic region or jurisdiction. We may exercise this right on a case-by-case basis. We reserve the right to limit the quantities of any products or Services that we offer. All descriptions of products or product pricing are subject to change at anytime without notice, at the sole discretion of us. We reserve the right to discontinue any product at any time. Any offer for any product or Service made on this site is void where prohibited.
We do not warrant that the quality of any products, Services, information, or other material purchased or obtained by you will meet your expectations, or that any errors in the Service will be corrected.

SECTION 6 - ACCURACY OF BILLING AND ACCOUNT INFORMATION
We reserve the right to refuse any order you place with us. We may, in our sole discretion, limit or cancel quantities purchased per person, per household or per order. These restrictions may include orders placed by or under the same customer account, the same credit card, and/or orders that use the same billing and/or shipping address. In the event that we make a change to or cancel an order, we may attempt to notify you by contacting the e‑mail and/or billing address/phone number provided at the time the order was made. We reserve the right to limit or prohibit orders that, in our sole judgment, appear to be placed by dealers, resellers or distributors.

You agree to provide current, complete and accurate purchase and account information for all purchases made at our store. You agree to promptly update your account and other information, including your email address and credit card numbers and expiration dates, so that we can complete your transactions and contact you as needed.

SECTION 7 - OPTIONAL TOOLS
We may provide you with access to third-party tools over which we neither monitor nor have any control nor input.
You acknowledge and agree that we provide access to such tools ”as is” and “as available” without any warranties, representations or conditions of any kind and without any endorsement. We shall have no liability whatsoever arising from or relating to your use of optional third-party tools.
Any use by you of the optional tools offered through the site is entirely at your own risk and discretion and you should ensure that you are familiar with and approve of the terms on which tools are provided by the relevant third-party provider(s).
We may also, in the future, offer new Services and/or features through the website (including the release of new tools and resources). Such new features and/or Services shall also be subject to these Terms of Service.

SECTION 8 - THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Certain content, products and Services available via our Service may include materials from third-parties.
Third-party links on this site may direct you to third-party websites that are not affiliated with us. We are not responsible for examining or evaluating the content or accuracy and we do not warrant and will not have any liability or responsibility for any third-party materials or websites, or for any other materials, products, or Services of third-parties.
We are not liable for any harm or damages related to the purchase or use of goods, Services, resources, content, or any other transactions made in connection with any third-party websites. Please review carefully the third-party's policies and practices and make sure you understand them before you engage in any transaction. Complaints, claims, concerns, or questions regarding third-party products should be directed to the third-party.

SECTION 9 - USER COMMENTS, FEEDBACK AND OTHER SUBMISSIONS
If, at our request, you send certain specific submissions (for example contest entries) or without a request from us, you send creative ideas, suggestions, proposals, plans, or other materials, whether online, by email, by postal mail, or otherwise (collectively, 'comments'), you agree that we may, at any time, without restriction, edit, copy, publish, distribute, translate and otherwise use in any medium any comments that you forward to us. We are and shall be under no obligation (1) to maintain any comments in confidence; (2) to pay compensation for any comments; or (3) to respond to any comments.
We may, but have no obligation to, monitor, edit or remove content that we determine in our sole discretion to be unlawful, offensive, threatening, libelous, defamatory, pornographic, obscene or otherwise objectionable or violates any party’s intellectual property or these Terms of Service.
You agree that your comments will not violate any right of any third-party, including copyright, trademark, privacy, personality or other personal or proprietary right. You further agree that your comments will not contain libelous or otherwise unlawful, abusive or obscene material, or contain any computer virus or other malware that could in any way affect the operation of the Service or any related website. You may not use a false e‑mail address, pretend to be someone other than yourself, or otherwise mislead us or third-parties as to the origin of any comments. You are solely responsible for any comments you make and their accuracy. We take no responsibility and assume no liability for any comments posted by you or any third-party.

SECTION 10 - PERSONAL INFORMATION
Your submission of personal information through the store is governed by our Privacy Policy, – JEC NVG

SECTION 11 - ERRORS, INACCURACIES AND OMISSIONS
Occasionally there may be information on our site or in the Service that contains typographical errors, inaccuracies or omissions that may relate to product descriptions, pricing, promotions, offers, product shipping charges, transit times and availability. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions, and to change or update information or cancel orders if any information in the Service or on any related website is inaccurate at any time without prior notice (including after you have submitted your order).
We undertake no obligation to update, amend or clarify information in the Service or on any related website, including without limitation, pricing information, except as required by law. No specified update or refresh date applied in the Service or on any related website, should be taken to indicate that all information in the Service or on any related website has been modified or updated.

SECTION 12 - PROHIBITED USES
In addition to other prohibitions as set forth in the Terms of Service, you are prohibited from using the site or its content: (a) for any unlawful purpose; (b) to solicit others to perform or participate in any unlawful acts; (c) to violate any international, federal, provincial or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances; (d) to infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others; (e) to harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, age, national origin, or disability; (f) to submit false or misleading information; (g) to upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code that will or may be used in any way that will affect the functionality or operation of the Service or of any related website, other websites, or the Internet; (h) to collect or track the personal information of others; (i) to spam, phish, pharm, pretext, spider, crawl, or scrape; (j) for any obscene or immoral purpose; or (k) to interfere with or circumvent the security features of the Service or any related website, other websites, or the Internet. We reserve the right to terminate your use of the Service or any related website for violating any of the prohibited uses.

SECTION 13 - DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
We do not guarantee, represent or warrant that your use of our Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure or error-free.
We do not warrant that the results that may be obtained from the use of the Service will be accurate or reliable.
You agree that from time to time we may remove the Service for indefinite periods of time or cancel the Service at any time, without notice to you.
You expressly agree that your use of, or inability to use, the Service is at your sole risk. The Service and all products and Services delivered to you through the Service are (except as expressly stated by us) provided 'as is' and 'as available' for your use, without any representation, warranties or conditions of any kind, either express or implied, including all implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, merchantable quality, fitness for a particular purpose, durability, title, and non-infringement.
In no case shall JEC NVG, our directors, officers, employees, affiliates, agents, contractors, interns, suppliers, Service providers or licensors be liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages of any kind, including, without limitation lost profits, lost revenue, lost savings, loss of data, replacement costs, or any similar damages, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise, arising from your use of any of the Service or any products procured using the Service, or for any other claim related in any way to your use of the Service or any product, including, but not limited to, any errors or omissions in any content, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of the Service or any content (or product) posted, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the Service, even if advised of their possibility. Because some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or the limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, in such states or jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

SECTION 14 - INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless JEC NVG and our parent, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, officers, directors, agents, contractors, licensors, Service providers, subcontractors, suppliers, interns and employees, harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, made by any third-party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms of Service or the documents they incorporate by reference, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third-party.

SECTION 15 - SEVERABILITY
In the event that any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be unlawful, void or unenforceable, such provision shall nonetheless be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, and the unenforceable portion shall be deemed to be severed from these Terms of Service, such determination shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any other remaining provisions.

SECTION 16 - TERMINATION
The obligations and liabilities of the parties incurred prior to the termination date shall survive the termination of this agreement for all purposes.
These Terms of Service are effective unless and until terminated by either you or us. You may terminate these Terms of Service at any time by notifying us that you no longer wish to use our Services, or when you cease using our site.
If in our sole judgment you fail, or we suspect that you have failed, to comply with any term or provision of these Terms of Service, we also may terminate this agreement at any time without notice and you will remain liable for all amounts due up to and including the date of termination; and/or accordingly may deny you access to our Services (or any part thereof).

SECTION 17 - ENTIRE AGREEMENT
The failure of us to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
These Terms of Service and any policies or operating rules posted by us on this site or in respect to the Service constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between you and us and governs your use of the Service, superseding any prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and us (including, but not limited to, any prior versions of the Terms of Service).
Any ambiguities in the interpretation of these Terms of Service shall not be construed against the drafting party.

SECTION 18 - GOVERNING LAW
These Terms of Service and any separate agreements whereby we provide you Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of United Kingdom ( What laws?)

SECTION 19 - CHANGES TO TERMS OF SERVICE
You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time at this page.
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to update, change or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check our website periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to our website or the Service following the posting of any changes to these Terms of Service constitutes acceptance of those changes.