Community BBQ Trailer

Procedures and Conditions of Hire*

The trailer is only available for hire by Rangitikei Community Organisations & Community Events and for use within the Rangitikei District only, not for individual use.

Please read and agree to the following procedures and conditions when making a booking.

*Note: There is a $100 refundable bond to hire the trailer.

To confirm your booking, please read and agree to the following procedures and conditions:

1. All relevant information and hire forms will be returned to and confirmed by a Rangitikei District Council staff member prior to pick-up of the trailer.
2. Trailer bookings must be made a minimum of three (3) days prior to hire date(s) (unless a shorter lead in period is approved). Maximum time of hire of trailer is 1 week. Earliest cancellation of booking is preferred where practical.
3. An appointment (between 9am - 4pm weekdays) is to be made for the pick-up and return of the trailer at 46 High Street, Marton. The trailer must be picked up and returned by the individual/group making the booking. Please allow time for an inventory check with a Rangitīkei District staff member at the time of pick-up and drop-off.
4. The hirer is responsible for looking after the trailer and equipment during their hire period. This includes ensuring the trailer is fully locked and secured at all times when not in use, and ensuring the trailer is parked on a level surface to prevent roll back.
5. In the event of the trailer or any equipment being lost, stolen or damaged, including beyond repair, the hirer will be responsible for any repair and/or replacement costs.
6. All incidents relating to the trailer, equipment, and persons are to be reported to Rangitīkei District Council using the Incident Report Form which will be provided to hirers prior to use. Rangitīkei District Council will not be held responsible for any injury or damage to hirers or their property.
7. The person responsible for towing the trailer must use a roadworthy vehicle which would achieve a WoF and registration on the day of hireage and agrees to comply with all NZ laws as specified in the NZ road code. Drivers should have experience towing a trailer and must show a valid and full drivers’ license at the time of pick-up.
8. All equipment is to be returned clean and tidy.
9. The trailer will be returned immediately in the event of a Civil Defence Emergency.
10. The trailer is available for hire by Community Organisations & Community Events only, not for individual use.

For any queries please contact our Customer Experience team on 0800 422 522 or info@rangitikei.govt.nz

Pre-Journey Safety Checks

The person responsible for towing the trailer must use a roadworthy vehicle which would achieve a WoF and registration on the day of hireage and agrees to comply with all NZ laws as specified in the NZ road code.

Below are the pre-journey safety check requirements:

• WOF and Registration is current.
• Check tyres:
  Make sure sufficient tread is visible. It is recommended to also check all tyre pressures.
  Trailer tyre pressure should be 40psi.
• When connecting the trailer to the towing vehicle, check that the tow coupling is properly secured to the tow ball by way of catch or pin being correctly in place.
• Ensure you have selected the correct tow ball size if the trailer has a dual coupling i.e. 1 7 /8”
• Attach the trailer light connection lead, check light’s function.
• Stow the jockey wheel/stand into its correct position (if applicable).
• Know the TOWING CAPACITY of your vehicle.

Customer Operational Safety Checks

• Maximum speed allowed is 90km/h.
• Beware of your distance between you and the vehicle in front. Allow more space for unexpected braking and stopping distances. Increase this distance even more in the wet.
• If swaying occurs DO NOT hit the brakes. Slowly decelerate, or where possible accelerate out to stop swaying. Once the sway is contained, stop and reposition load.
• The driver of the vehicle on which the trailer is attached is responsible for ensuring all loads are legally secured while in transit.
• Where possible avoid excessive braking while cornering as this may cause losing control and jack knifing.
• Use a lower gear when travelling prevent the trailer pushing the tow vehicle while braking.
• Never tow with the park brake on.
• Care must be taken not to hold up following traffic unnecessarily. Pull over where possible.

The BBQ Trailer must not leave the Rangitikei District.

Customer Pre-Operational Safety Checks

• Before you start, check the hoses, connections, burner positions, igniter button, the fat drainage container and utensils are clean and in good repair.
• Set up the BBQ on flat ground that is away from any buildings, fences, trees or over-hanging shrubs.
• Never light a barbecue indoors or in a garage.
• Do not leave the BBQ unattended once it has been lit.
• Do not move the BBQ while it is in use.
• Do not store the BBQ until it has completely cooled after use.

Customer Lighting Instructions

• Ensure the BBQ burner knobs are in the off position prior to use or any connections.
• Connect the BBQ regulator into the gas bottle, turn the gas bottle on slightly as it will be quicker to turn off in an emergency.
• If there is no igniter button, insert the flame from a long match or barbecue lighter through the side burner hole, if you are using a match, light the match before you turn on the gas at the grill controls.
• If the burner doesn’t ignite, turn the gas off and wait five minutes before trying again.
• Turn the gas bottle tap to close/off position in the direction of the arrow on the gas bottle.
• Return the BBQ and Trailer in a clean, tidy condition.

For any queries please contact our Customer Experience team on 0800 422 522 or info@rangitikei.govt.nz