Introduction
The purpose of this document is to establish a standard for the safe operation of all ride-on buggies operated on the Course at North Hants Golf Club. The document also sets out the criteria to be adopted and conditions to be met for their use.
The Club has a small number of buggies available for hire and they can be booked in advance, by telephoning the Professional on 01252 616655. Any booking is subject to restrictions that may be imposed owing to the condition of the Course. No guarantee can be given that a buggy will be available unless it has been pre-booked.
18 Hole Hire Rates
Visitor £40.00
Member £25.00
Disabled Buggy £5.00 - See Dedicated Disabled Buggy Use section below.
Qualifications
In normal conditions, there is no restriction on the use of ride on buggies other than in certain areas of the Course. In some circumstances, however it may be necessary to restrict their use (see Buggy Restrictions).
Use of a ride-on buggy will not be allowed unless authorised by the Pro shop (in the first instance) or the Manager on Duty. Any person who operates a ride-on buggy on the Golf Course is deemed by so doing, to have the knowledge, training, and skill to safely operate the vehicle and be fully accountable for their actions and the consequences thereof.
The safe operation of ride-on buggies on the Course requires conscientious application and adherence to the minimum standard of care prescribed by this policy.
Ride-on buggies must be operated in accordance with the requirements of the Golf Buggy Safety Policy and all those who hire a buggy will be required to sign a disclaimer with the Pro Shop prior to play.
The Pro shop or Manager on Duty reserves the right to refuse permission if some or all of the conditions stipulated are not met.
Buggy Restrictions
The Club staff may determine that the state of the Course or the weather is such that safety on, or the condition of the Course may be unacceptably compromised if a ride-on buggy is used. This might apply to the whole or just part of the Course. Potentially unsuitable conditions include water logging, frost, etc.
When restrictions are in place North Hants Golf Club acknowledges it has a duty to disabled persons under that act to “make reasonable adjustment”. North Hants Golf Club will establish what reasonable adjustments shall be made to enable disabled players on buggies to access safely, and enjoy our facilities without risk to themselves or others.
The reasonable adjustments may comprise some, or all the following practices;
Notwithstanding North Hants Golf Club's duties to make reasonable adjustment, we acknowledge that our primary obligation is to the safety of all users of the facility, this factor overrides all other considerations.
Competitions
Buggies may be used in competition play by those suffering from a disability within the meaning of section 6 of The Equality Act 2010.
In exceptional circumstances those with short term injuries which are not covered by disability may be given permission to use a buggy in competition play. A medical certificate must be required before permission is granted.
For general guidance on Modifications for Players with Disabilities please refer to Rule 25 of the rules of golf.
Conditions of Hire (disclaimer to be completed prior to use)
During use
After Use
Disabled Buggy Use
When restrictions are in place, North Hants Golf Club acknowledges it has a duty to disabled persons under that act to “make reasonable adjustments”. North Hants Golf Club will establish what reasonable adjustments shall be made to enable disabled players on buggies to access safely, and enjoy our facilities without risk to themselves or others.
North Hants Golf Club is proud to be one of the first clubs to offer a dedicated buggy for use by those with a disability within the meaning of Section 6 of the Equality Act 2010 and where the player can only manage to play golf with the aid of a golf buggy.
While the dedicated disable buggy is not adapted in any way and the usual safety protocols apply, it is reserved in the first instance for disabled users. The cost of hire is £5 per 18 holes and can be booked up to 5 days in advance, a maximum of one booking per member at any one time.
There are likely to be occasions when the disabled buggy is unavailable because it has been booked by another disabled user. In this instance, if there is availability in the remaining buggy fleet on the day of play, the professional team will allocate buggies at the £5 rate, subject to availability.
For those who require more certainty, buggies can be pre-booked under the normal booking policy at the standard rate or member rate.
The club will require proof of a disability which necessitates the use of a golf buggy to play golf in order to take advantage of the £5 disabled buggy rate.
Privately Owned Buggies & Ride-On Vehicle
While the club no longer accept new applications for on-site storage of personal buggies or ride-on vehicles. A small number of privately owned buggies and ride-on vehicles remain and are authorised to be kept or stored on the Club premises for an annual fee. Privately owned buggies and ride-on vehicles are for the sole use of the owner only and under no circumstances are they to be lent or hired out to third parties.
Users of privately owned buggies do so entirely at their own risk. North Hants Golf Club will not accept liability for any loss or damage to the privately owned buggies or any other property arising from the negligence of the Club or any of its servants or agents.
All private buggy owners must be 17 years of age or older and hold a full valid driving license.
In respect of Privately Owned Buggies, users must maintain up to date insurance providing cover for third party risk of at least £1,000,000 (one million pounds).
Members and Visitors are required to respect and adhere to the above rules and any decisions at all times in accordance with the North Hants Golf Club Rules and Regulations.