Website Terms & Conditions​

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the PFBAQ website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, you should not use this website.

2. About PFBAQ

The Professional Farriers & Blacksmiths Association of Queensland (PFBAQ) is an incorporated association that promotes education, professional development, competitions, clinics and networking opportunities within the farriery and blacksmithing industries.

3. Membership Applications

Submission of a membership application does not guarantee acceptance. PFBAQ reserves the right to approve, decline, suspend or cancel memberships in accordance with its Constitution, Rules and Policies.

4. Event Registrations

Competition, clinic and event registrations are subject to:

• Availability of places.

• Compliance with event requirements.

• Payment of applicable fees.

• Acceptance of event-specific rules.

PFBAQ reserves the right to alter, postpone or cancel events where necessary.

5. Safety Requirements

Participants attending PFBAQ events must:

• Follow all directions given by officials and event organisers.

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Work safely and responsibly.

• Comply with venue rules and workplace health and safety requirements.

PFBAQ may remove any participant whose conduct creates an unacceptable safety risk.

6. Intellectual Property

All website content, logos, photographs, competition materials, educational resources and publications remain the property of PFBAQ unless otherwise stated.

No content may be reproduced without written permission.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PFBAQ is not liable for any loss, damage, injury or expense arising from:

• Use of this website.

• Participation in events.

• Reliance on information published on the website.

• Technical interruptions or website errors.

8. External Links

PFBAQ may provide links to third-party websites. PFBAQ is not responsible for the content, accuracy or privacy practices of those websites.

9. Changes to Terms

PFBAQ may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia.

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Additional - Terms when entering Competition Entries via the website

I acknowledge that farriery and blacksmithing activities involve inherent risks including burns, cuts, crush injuries, flying debris, equipment failure and other hazards associated with working around hot metal, tools, machinery and horses. I voluntarily participate in this event at my own risk and agree to follow all safety directions issued by PFBAQ officials and event organisers.