1. Acknowledgment of Risk
I acknowledge that participation in a deadlift competition and related activities constitutes a dangerous recreational activity and involves significant inherent risks, including but not limited to:
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Muscle strains, tears, or ruptures
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Tendon and ligament injuries
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Spinal injury, including disc damage
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Joint injury
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Dropped weights or equipment malfunction
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Slips, trips, or falls
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Serious injury, permanent disability, or death
I understand that these risks may arise from my own actions, the actions of others, equipment, or the conditions of the event.
2. Voluntary Participation
I confirm that I am voluntarily participating in this event and that:
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I am physically and medically fit to compete
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I have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical professional
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I fully understand the nature of the activity and the risks involved
3. Assumption of Risk
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I voluntarily accept and assume all risks associated with participation in the event.
4. Release and Waiver of Liability
I release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless:
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The event organiser
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The venue and its owners/operators
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Sponsors, partners, and affiliates
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Staff, contractors, volunteers, judges, and officials
from any liability for:
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Personal injury
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Illness
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Property damage
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Economic loss
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Death
arising out of or related to my participation.
5. Australian Consumer Law Notice
This event involves recreational services under Australian law. Liability may be excluded to the extent permitted.
6. Indemnity
I agree to indemnify the organiser against any claims arising from:
7. Medical Consent
I consent to first aid and emergency treatment and accept full responsibility for costs.
8. Equipment and Safety
I acknowledge that:
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I am responsible for safe lifting technique
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I will follow all staff instructions
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Equipment safety is not guaranteed
Failure to comply may result in removal.
9. Severability
If any provision is invalid, the remaining provisions remain in full force.
