TERMS | Umphire

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These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of the Umphire™ app and services ("Service"), which connects you with coaches and referees("Users"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.

1. Description of Service

Umphire operates as a platform that facilitates connections between Users. We are not a direct provider of coaching, refereeing, or physiotherapy services. Our platform acts as a recruitment site, allowing Users to seek and offer services related to sports and physical education.

Indemnity Umphire's role is to facilitate connections between users and schools/clubs. Once a user has been selected, Umphire is not responsible for any loss, damage, claim, or liability arising outside the scope of the app. Schools and clubs are the sole decision-makers regarding appointments and any subsequent activities.

2. User Eligibility and Responsibilities

Manage and fulfil all tax obligations independently. Users receiving payments for services offered through Umphire™ are responsible for all matters related to income reporting and tax compliance. Referees and coaches using our platform are deemed as sub contractors.

Users may also be required to ensure that they hold any necessary qualifications, certifications, or licenses required to perform their roles in their respective jurisdictions. Each party represents and warrants to the other that it has the right, power and authority to enter into the Agreement and grant to the other the rights (if any) contemplated in the Agreement and to perform its obligations under the Agreement.

3. Independence of Users

Decisions regarding the appointment and engagement of coaches, referees, and physiotherapists are solely at the discretion of Users. Umphire™ bears no responsibility for the outcomes of such decisions. Users are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence to ensure the suitability, child safety compliance checks and credibility of individuals they choose to engage with before any job, session is undertaken.

4. User Conduct

Users agree to use the Service responsibly and legally. The following behaviours are prohibited:

Engaging in fraudulent or illegal activities.
Misrepresenting oneself or one's qualifications.
Infringing upon the rights of others.

5. Liability Limitation

Umphire™ is not liable for any loss, damage, injury, or fines incurred as a result of using the Service. This includes, but is not limited to:

Injuries sustained by Users or third parties during activities arranged through our Service.
Disputes between Users.
Any damages resulting from the use of our platform.

Users are responsible for obtaining their own insurance coverage appropriate to their roles and activities.

6. To use Umphire, clubs and schools must ensure they have sufficient funds available to fulfil payments to their coaches and referees.

7. Intellectual Property

All content provided on the Umphire platform, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Umphire™ or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

8. Termination and Suspension

Umphire™ reserves the right to suspend or terminate a User's access to the Service for any breach of these Terms without notice or liability.

9. Changes to Terms

Umphire™ reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us through our designated support channels.

12.Job Postings:

Recruiters must ensure all job postings for coaching or officiating services are genuine and accurately reflect their needs.

13.Payment Responsibility:

Recruiters are responsible for ensuring adequate funds are available in their account to pay for coaching or officiating services booked through the platform should you be paying applicants.

14. Cancellations:

Schools and clubs should provide reasonable notice if they need to cancel or reschedule a coaching session or officiating job, respecting the time and commitment of the coach or referee.

15.Feedback and Accountability:

Clubs and Schools are encouraged to provide constructive feedback and adhere to the community guidelines to maintain a respectful and professional environment for coaches, referees, and other users of the platform.

Effective Date: 2/3/2024

By signing up to Umphire™ you agree to all the terms of use above. Thank you for choosing Umphire™ as your platform to connect and collaborate within the sports and physical education community.