North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters (NASTT), and Benjamin Media, Inc. (BMI) Conferences Attendee Terms & Conditions Any person, delegate, accompanying individual, student, media representative, speaker, or exhibitor who is present at the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc. Conferences (the “Conference”) automatically agrees to the terms and conditions set forth below (the “Terms and Conditions”). These Terms and Conditions apply to each person (the “Attendee”) regardless of whether they have received a formal registration. North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc., reserves the right to render, in its sole and absolute discretion, all interpretations and decisions in connection with the Terms and Conditions and to establish further regulations binding upon the Attendee as may be deemed necessary to the general success and wellbeing of the Conference and/or any person(s) affiliated therewith. North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc.’s, decisions and interpretations shall be final in all cases.
Early Discount Options All registrations received by September 2, 2022 qualify for the Early Discount Rates listed in the chart here: https://www.nodignorth.ca/registration/. Your payment must be received by September 2, 2022 in order to receive the early discount rate. After September 2, 2022, all unpaid early discount registrations will be converted to the regular rate and sent confirmation emails showing the increase in fees due.
Cancellation Policy Any cancellations must be submitted in writing by September 2, 2022, for an 80% refund. No refunds will be issued after September 2, 2022. Personnel can be substituted at any time. In the event that the Conference cannot be held or is postponed due to events beyond the control of the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc., shall not be liable to the Attendee for any damages, costs, or losses incurred, such as transportation costs, accommodations costs, or financial losses.
Rules, Regulations, & Attendee Conduct Attendee agrees to abide by all fire, safety, and health regulations of the local, city, state, hotels, and convention centers where the Conference is held. Attendee must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local ordinances, as well as the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc. policies and procedures as set forth below. Participants who violate such rules and/or who behave in an unsafe or careless manner while attending the Conference may be asked to leave immediately and will be held responsible for their actions. The Attendee acknowledges that such violations may result in the Attendee being removed from the Conference and barred from returning without refund of the Attendee’s registration fee. The Attendee likewise acknowledges and agrees that all attendees of the Conference have the right to enjoy the Conference equally. Illegal or disruptive behavior that interferes with the conduct of reasonable business at the Conference, or any other attendee’s safety or comfort, including behavior that impedes or prevents accessibility services or requests, behavior that discriminates based on age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, political or institutional affiliation, or sexual orientation, and harassment of any kind, is strictly prohibited and may result in the Attendee being removed from the Conference and barred from returning without refund of the Attendee’s registration fee. Such violations may be reported to the appropriate authorities. If you witness a crime or have an emergency that requires the police, please call 911.
Content Advisory Attendee understands that some conference events may contain adult language and/or discuss mature themes. This content may not be suitable for all attendees. The views and opinions expressed at the conference may not necessarily reflect the views of the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc.’s, staff, Board of Directors, or members.
Indemnity To the extent permitted by law, the Attendee agrees to protect, indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc.’s, the hotel(s) and convention centers where the Conference is being held, and their respective employees, officers, directors, and agents against all claims, losses, or damages to persons or property, governmental charges or fines, and costs (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of or connected to the actions or failure to act in accordance with the Terms and Conditions by the Attendee, its employees, officers, directors, or agents, except those claims arising out of the other party's gross negligence or willful misconduct.
Modification of the Conference Program North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc., reserves the right to modify the program, which is published as an indication only.
Registration, Hotel, & Travel Accommodations Registration includes admission to North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc.’s, conference, meetings, panels, readings, and public receptions for the duration of the Conference period. Meals, lodging, and travel are not included. Hotel accommodations are subject to availability and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Salvatory Clause If there is a determination that any part of the Terms and Conditions is ineffective or impracticable, then the validity of the Terms and Conditions remaining is not impaired.
Photograph and Video Usage Permission Registrants acknowledge and grant the right, in perpetuity, to NASTT and their contracted agents, to take photographs and video of me and my property, with or without naming and without compensation, in connection with attending the NASTT No-Dig Show and hereby authorize NASTT and their contracted agents to copyright, use and publish any and all photographs and video taken at same in print and/or electronically for any lawful purpose, including publicity, illustrations, advertising, marketing and internet content all related to promoting NASTT and their educational activities.
Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability Attendee assumes all risks and accepts sole responsibility for any injury (including, but not limited to, personal injury, disability, and death), illness, damage, loss, claim, liability or expense, of any kind, that attendee may experience or incur in connection with attending the event. Attendee hereby releases, covenants not to sue, discharges and holds harmless the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc., its employees, agents, and representatives, of and from any such claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. Specifically relating to the global COVID-19 pandemic, attendee acknowledges the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assumes the risk of exposure or infection by attending the event, and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability and death. Attendee understands that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at the event may result from the actions, omissions or negligence of others who may attend the event or their families, colleagues, or others with whom they may have contact. Accordingly, attendee understands and agrees that this release includes any claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc., its employees, agents and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during or after participation in the event. In addition to all other rules and regulations relating to the attendee's attendance at the event, the attendee agrees to comply with all COVID-related procedures that may be implemented by the North American Society for Trenchless Technology and its Regional Chapters, and Benjamin Media, Inc., in order to protect as much as possible the health and safety of all attendees.