Parties
This Agreement is between –
- Drivesafe mate driving school; and
- the Learner who has signed up to the Drivesafe mate driving school platform in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
OPERATIVE PROVISIONS
Term of Agreement
- This Agreement commences on the day the last party accepts this Agreement digitally and terminates when an Event of Termination takes place.
Capacity
- The Learner warrants and agrees that they have a current and valid Learner Driving Permit, or any other driver's licence type that legally allows them to drive in the state or territory in which they are undertaking driving instruction with Driving Instructors.
- This Agreement automatically terminates if a Learner ceases to hold or is found not to have a valid current or Learner Driving Permit or another driver's licence type that has not been suspended and that lawfully allows them to drive. This is considered an essential term by Drivesafe mate driving school.
Relationship of the Parties
- The Learner acknowledges and agrees that –
- they are directly engaging a Driving Instructor, who is at all times acting as an independent contractor to schedule, arrange and give driving instruction services;
- Drivesafe mate driving school, and the Drivesafe mate driving school website, is the conduit between Driving Instructors and Learners;
- any agreement to undertake driving lessons is between the Learner and the independent Driving Instructor, to which Drivesafe mate driving school is not a party;
- the Driving Instructor is independent of Drivesafe mate driving school and is not an agent, employee, contractor or subcontractor of Drivesafe mate driving school, and Drivesafe mate driving school is not liable or responsible for the conduct, acts or omissions of the Driving Instructors; and
- Drivesafe mate driving school does not itself check or carry out searches or due diligence on Driving Instructors. Learners are always responsible for and obliged to take all reasonable precautions in relation to their personal and property safety and security and Drivesafe mate driving school is not responsible or liable for any physical, mental or emotional loss, claim, harm or damage suffered as a result or in connection with, or consequence of booking or attending a lesson with a Driving Instructor.
Description of Services
- A Learner agrees that they may use the Drivesafe mate driving school website in a variety of ways, including but not limited to –
- indicating their personal preferences on the Drivesafe mate driving school website; and
- browsing a selection of Driving Instructors on the Drivesafe mate driving school website.
- A Learner can compare Driving Instructors by, including but not limited to –
- experience;
- price;
- vehicle details;
- availability;
- ratings; and
- location.
- A Learner may select a Driving Instructor based on their preferences.
- Drivesafe mate driving school may add new products, change existing products or remove products from the Drivesafe mate driving school website as required from time to time.
Agreement by Learner
- The Learner warrants and agrees that they have –
- read and understood and consent to be bound by this Agreement; and
- a current and valid Learner Driving Permit or other licence type that legally allows them to drive in their state or territory pursuant to clause 2.
- If you are the parent or guardian of a Learner aged 17 years or younger, you are the financial guarantor of the Learner for their liabilities and obligations as set out in this Agreement and this Agreement binds you and the Learner jointly and severally.
- If you are the agent or service provider or person acting on behalf of, a Learner aged 18 years or older you guarantee that the Learner consents to be bound by this Agreement according to clause 9.1 above, and this Agreement binds you and the Learner jointly and severally.
Learner's Use of Drivesafe mate driving school Website
- The Learner agrees to the following conditions –
- to use their own username and password, and not to 'borrow' another user's details, to access and use the Drivesafe mate driving school website;
- not to divulge their username or password to any one or allow others to use it on their behalf;
- only to use the Drivesafe mate driving school website for its intended purpose to connect Driving Instructors with Learners, and in particular the Learner agrees that Drivesafe mate driving school is –
- a third party provider and acts as a matching service between Driving Instructors and Learners; and
- not responsible for the accuracy of a Driving Instructor's information displayed on the Drivesafe mate driving school website;
- that information they have provided is current, true and correct;
- to amend their details as soon as their circumstances change;
- not to use the Drivesafe mate driving school platform except for as provided for in this Agreement, including not to disseminate hate speech or similar views or any other illegal activities or purposes;
- not to use the Drivesafe mate driving school website to access other accounts, data or information from other Drivesafe mate driving school website users;
- not to use the Drivesafe mate driving school platform to promote any third parties or other commercial interests; and
- not to interrupt the operation or programming structure of the Drivesafe mate driving school website, or attempt or encourage anyone else to do so.
Warranty
- Drivesafe mate driving school agrees that its products come with guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law that cannot be excluded under this Agreement. For more information, please visit https://lawhandbook.nt.gov.au/
- Drivesafe mate driving school guarantees that its services to the Learner will be rendered with due care and skill, be fit for purpose, and be supplied within a reasonable time.
- The Learner acknowledges and accepts that the services of Drivesafe mate driving school are strictly limited to those set out in clauses 5 - 8 (inclusive).
- To the maximum extent permitted by law, Drivesafe mate driving school's liability to the Learner for a breach of clauses 13 and 14 is limited at the absolute discretion of Drivesafe mate driving school to –
- the re-supply of its services, or
- payment of the cost of having those services supplied again.
Fidelity
- The Learner agrees not to do any acts or omit to do things that damages or may damage the reputation of Drivesafe mate driving school.
Lessons
- The Learner agrees to comply with the following rules, which, include, but are not limited to, –
- arriving punctually at lessons with Driving Instructors;
- following all instructions of the Driving Instructor;
- providing a full and valid pick-up address;
- providing a mobile phone number that is contactable via SMS and phone calls;
- acting safely, abiding by all driving laws, rules, and regulations in their jurisdiction, being aware of risks, and not putting people or property in danger (including motor vehicles);
- being respectful to Driving Instructors;
- not using a mobile phone or similar electronic device while undertaking lessons;
- not offering money, tips, or other types of bribes to Driving Instructors;
- not encouraging a Driving Instructor, or accepting an offer by a Driving Instructor, to personally undertake lessons with that Driving Instructor outside of, or separate from, the Drivesafe mate driving school platform;
- taking reasonable steps to mitigate loss; and
- indemnifying Drivesafe mate driving school against loss (pursuant to clauses 40 and 41).
Tax Compliance
- The Learner agrees to pay any applicable taxes when transacting through the Drivesafe mate driving school website or any associated websites.
Learner Payment Terms
- The Learner agrees to the Drivesafe mate driving school Payment Policy, in force from time to time, as currently set out in Schedule 1.
- The Learner acknowledges and agrees that –
- they are immediately liable to pay for bookings and payment will be processed immediately when a booking is made; and
- when they enter their respective credit or debit card details, they are authorised to use that card for the transaction.
- When a Learner pays for a booking or bookings, a credit or credits will be issued to that Learner for the value of each booking paid which will be held on account by Drivesafe mate driving school. Credits issued or arising under this clause 22 or clauses 30 or 33.1 –
- are non-refundable, non-transferrable, and may not be assigned to or used by any other person other than the Learner to which the credit has been issued;
- must be used to purchase a booking, or refunded according to clause 26, within 24 months of the date of the Learner making payment, after which time it will expire and be forfeited to Drivesafe mate driving school, who –
- at that time, will have clear and absolute title to those forfeited credits; and
- on request of the Learner, and if the expired credit is for an amount more than $82.50, will issue to the Learner a tax invoice for the amount forfeited to Drivesafe mate driving school; and
- Drivesafe mate driving school is entitled to use payments for all credits held on account for Learners and Driving Instructors for any purpose and at any time while those credits are being held on account by Drivesafe mate driving school.
- Drivesafe mate driving school can refuse a payment if it believes that –
- the credit or debit card holder did not authorise a transaction;
- a transaction is considered fraudulent or suspicious; or
- in any other circumstances as determined at the sole discretion of Drivesafe mate driving school.
- A Learner who signs up for an Drivesafe mate driving school account also agrees to –
Refunds
- Refunds for lessons that have been completed and processed will be provided according to the Payment Policy at clauses 15 to 18.
Promotions by third parties
- The Learner agrees that Drivesafe mate driving school may issue reward cards, gift cards, vouchers or promotional cards in connection with third party offers or services to Learners from time to time, at the sole discretion of Drivesafe mate driving school.
- It is the sole responsibility of the Learner to read and understand the relevant terms and conditions of the provider (which may not be Drivesafe mate driving school) of the promotions or offers referred to in clause 27 above.
Policies
- The Learner warrants that they have read and understood the following documents:
- the Drivesafe mate driving school Payment Policy;
- the Drivesafe mate driving school Privacy Policy; and
- any other documents as reasonably required by Drivesafe mate driving school from time to time.
Lesson Cancellation/Rescheduling Fee
- If the Learner cancels or reschedules more than 24 hours before a lesson, the Learner will be issued a credit by Drivesafe mate driving school for 100% of the value of the booking fee.
- If the Learner cancels or reschedules 24 hours or less before the lesson is due to start, or in a 'no show', then –
- Driving Instructor will be entitled to charge the Learner for the total price of that booking; and
- Learner acknowledges and agrees that the fee for cancellation or rescheduling referred to in clause 31.1, being the total price of the booking, is not excessive and relates to the reasonable costs and expenses incurred by Drivesafe mate driving school and the Driving Instructor.
Lesson Cancellation/Reschedule by Driving Instructor
- If a Driving Instructor cancels a lesson at any time before that lesson, a Learner may choose to find a replacement Driving Instructor to make an alternative booking.
- If, and only if, a replacement Driving Instructor is not available (referred to in clause 32), Drivesafe mate driving school will provide, at the Learner's option:
- a credit in accordance with clause 22; or
- a refund to the cardholder for the cash paid.
Costs
- The Learner agrees that Drivesafe mate driving school may alter its booking fees, or other fees as the case may be, from time to time and at its discretion, and –
- the price per booking fluctuates and is determined by the individual Driving Instructor, and is based on a number of factors as set out in the Drivesafe mate driving school Payment Policy;
- the Learner will be notified of all booking charges and additional fees at the point of booking and be required to accept such booking charges and additional fees before payment is made;
- the Learner will be given 7 days' notice (by means of a website notice or similar notice or announcement) if a substantial increase in booking charges or additional fees; and
- any changes in the instructor's price between when a booking is made and when the actual lesson takes place will not affect the booking.
- Drivesafe mate driving school reserves the right to adjust its fees accordingly at its own discretion. This includes discount offers and any booking fees it may wish to charge in the future.
Events of Termination
- The Learner agrees that Drivesafe mate driving school may restrict, suspend or cancel the Learner's registration on the Drivesafe mate driving school website immediately after providing Written Notice in a number of circumstances which include but are not limited to:
- where a Learner breaches this Agreement;
- where a Learner has an active payment dispute via their payment provider;
- where a Learner has broken the law, including where the Learner has been charged with or has been convicted of a criminal offence;
- where a Learner is no longer a licensed driver or not otherwise permitted by law to be a licensed driver;
- where a Learner is the subject of proceedings relating to a motor vehicle accident; and
- in any other circumstances as determined at the sole discretion of Drivesafe mate driving school.
- The Learner agrees that if they fail to perform their obligations under this Agreement and do not rectify the fault within 14 days after being provided notice of such breaches, Drivesafe mate driving school may restrict, suspend or cancel a Learner's registration on the Drivesafe mate driving school website by giving Written Notice to the Learner.
- The Learner agrees that they may terminate this Agreement by de-registering their account on the Drivesafe mate driving school website at any time.
MISCELLANEOUS
Confidentiality
- Learners agree that they are not to use Driving Instructor information except for the express purpose of undertaking or organising lessons.
Indemnity
- Learners agree to indemnify and protect Drivesafe mate driving school against any actions, damages, claims, or demands including through negligence which occur as a result or in relation to their actions or omissions.
- These clauses 38 and 39 survive the termination of this Agreement.
Privacy
- Drivesafe mate driving school and Driving Instructors agree to adhere to the Australian Privacy Principles from time to time in force (if applicable) and that the Drivesafe mate driving school Privacy Policy forms part of this Agreement.
- Learners agree that Drivesafe mate driving school may collect and use Learner information and personal data for marketing purposes and for the provision of services through or by the Drivesafe mate driving school website.
- Learners agree that Drivesafe mate driving school may collect their name, location and address, contact details, age, gender, and financial information.
- Learners agree and understand that they may obtain access to personal information that Drivesafe mate driving school has on record by sending a support ticket via info@drivesafematedrivingschool.com.au. Learners agree and acknowledge that they have read the Privacy Policy and accept its terms including any subsequent additions or variations to this policy which Drivesafe mate driving school may make from time to time.
Intellectual Property
- The Learner agrees that all intellectual property and copyright rights over or in connection with Drivesafe mate driving school products and resources are owned by Drivesafe mate driving school exclusively.
Force Majeure
- Both parties agree that neither Drivesafe mate driving school nor Learners are liable to the other or considered to be in default under this Agreement if and to the extent that such party's performance of these Terms and Conditions is delayed or prevented by reason of force majeure, which is defined for this Agreement to mean an event that is beyond the reasonable control of the party affected and occurs without such party's fault or negligence. In the event of a force majeure event reasonable measures will be taken to accommodate an equivalent booking for a future date where appropriate.
Arbitration
- The parties agree that if any dispute arises between a Learner and Drivesafe mate driving school, the dispute can be managed in ways that include but are not limited to –
- if the dispute is not resolved within 14 days, the parties agree to refer the matter to a mediator in accordance with the following procedure:
- to hire a mediator to mediate over the dispute;
- the mediation can take place via video conference; and
- the mediator agrees to follow the mediation procedure set out by the Resolution Institute. A copy of the mediation rules may be accessed at this website: https://www.resolution.institute/documents/item/1897.
- if the mediation process fails, the parties agree to refer the matter to an arbitrator in accordance with the following procedures:
- the arbitration can be conducted by a single arbitrator agreed by the parties;
- if the parties are unable to agree on the arbitrator within 14 days, the arbitrator is to be appointed by the President of the Institute of Arbitrators Australia;
- the arbitration will be conducted in accordance with the Rules of Conduct of Commercial Arbitrators and any guidelines issued by the Institute of Arbitrators;
- the parties agree that the decision of the arbitrator is binding on the parties; and
- the parties agree to share the costs of a mediation or arbitration.
No Waiver
- The parties agree that a failure or delay by Drivesafe mate driving school in exercising a right does not constitute a waiver of Drivesafe mate driving school rights to pursue an action.
No Assignment of Agreement
- The Learner agrees that they are not allowed to sell, transfer, assign, sub-lease or transfer this Agreement to anyone else.
Modification of Agreement
- The parties agree that Drivesafe mate driving school may change this Agreement from time to time with notice to the Learner according to clause 51 below, such that:
- a Learner who continues to use the Drivesafe mate driving school website is considered to have accepted the new terms as updated from time to time; and
- it is the responsibility of the Learner to read through the amended Terms and Conditions as required from time to time.
Notice
- The parties agree that any Notices provided under this Agreement may be provided by:
- Email or SMS;
- any other form of electronic communication, including via the Drivesafe mate driving school website; or
- by any other means used on a regular basis by both parties.
Severability
- This Agreement is to be interpreted in a way that renders the provisions valid and enforceable to the maximum extent possible.
Governing Law
- This Agreement is governed by the laws of South Australia. The parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that State.
Entire Agreement
- This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties, along with any documents referred to herein, and supersedes any previous understandings or agreements, whether oral or written.
Definitions
The following words carry the following meanings:
- Agreement means this document as amended from time to time along with any documents referred to in this document;
- Driving Instructor means the person who has contracted with Drivesafe mate driving school to become a Driving Instructor through the Drivesafe mate driving school online website platform;
- Event of Termination means those events set out in clauses 35. – 37.
- Drivesafe mate driving school means sv cheema Pty Ltd;
- Learner means a person who has made a booking through Drivesafe mate driving school;
- Learner Permit means the licence that a person who is at least 16 years old who had successfully met all of the requirements to be issued a permit allowing them to drive while being supervised by a qualified supervising driver;
- Payment Policy means the Drivesafe mate driving school Payment Policy;
- Policies means the Payment Policy and the Privacy Policy.
- Privacy Policy means the Drivesafe mate driving school Privacy Policy; and
- Written Notice includes notification given by email or SMS.
Interpretation
In the interpretation of this Agreement –
- every aspect of this document with the exception of the headings are substantive parts of this Agreement and are to be read accordingly;
- headings are used for convenience, but are not to be interpreted as part of this Agreement;
- when the singular is mentioned, it also means the plural of that word, and vice versa;
- words specifying one gender includes all other genders; and
- when legislation is referred to, the legislation includes all rules, ordinances, by laws, orders, regulations, consolidations, rewrites, amendments, re-enactments and replacements of that same legislation in force from time to time.
Schedules
- SCHEDULE 1 - Drivesafe mate driving school Payment Policy
- SCHEDULE 2 - Drivesafe mate driving school Privacy Policy