Operating & Safety Requirements

This Schedule forms part of the Rental Contract and must be complied with at all times.

 

1. Before Towing

Before leaving the collection location, you must ensure:

  • the trailer is correctly coupled; 

  • safety chains are attached; 

  • trailer lights are functioning; 

  • tyres appear correctly inflated and roadworthy; 

  • the trailer is suitable for your intended use; 

  • your towing vehicle is legally capable of towing the trailer and load. 

 

2. Loading Requirements

You must:

  • distribute weight evenly; 

  • secure all loads appropriately; 

  • use suitable tie-downs; 

  • ensure no items protrude dangerously; 

  • ensure loads do not exceed legal weight limits. 

You must not:

  • overload the trailer; 

  • transport unsecured items; 

  • carry dangerous or illegal materials; 

  • exceed the trailer’s rated capacity. 

 

 

3. Safe Towing Requirements

You must:

  • comply with all road rules; 

  • drive safely and responsibly; 

  • adjust driving to suit road and weather conditions; 

  • regularly check the trailer and load during transit. 

You must not:

  • exceed 100km/h; 

  • tow recklessly; 

  • tow while affected by drugs or alcohol; 

  • use a mobile phone unlawfully while driving. 

 

4. Prohibited Use

JD Trailer Hire trailers must not be:

  • taken off-road; 

  • driven on beaches; 

  • submerged in water; 

  • used on unsealed roads; 

  • used in floodwaters; 

  • used unlawfully; 

  • modified or altered; 

  • used for racing, drifting or dangerous activities. 

Commercial freight platform use (including Loadshift, Truckit or similar services) requires prior approval.

 

5. Security Requirements

When unattended, you must:

  • secure the trailer appropriately; 

  • lock the trailer where possible; 

  • ensure the trailer cannot be removed unlawfully; 

  • park legally and safely. 

You remain responsible for the trailer until it is returned and accepted by JD Trailer Hire.

 

6. Breakdowns & Damage

If the trailer:

  • becomes damaged; 

  • develops a fault; 

  • is involved in an accident; or 

  • becomes unsafe, 

you must:

  • stop using the trailer where safe to do so; 

  • notify JD Trailer Hire immediately; 

  • not attempt repairs without approval. 

 

7. Return Requirements

Before returning the trailer, you must:

  • remove all goods and rubbish; 

  • clean the trailer; 

  • secure the trailer correctly; 

  • return keys and locks as instructed. 

Additional fees may apply if the trailer is returned:

  • excessively dirty; 

  • damaged; 

  • late; 

  • unsecured; or 

  • to an incorrect location.