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Escape room waiver template.
Free starting-point wording for New Zealand escape room operators. Copy it, or have it live as a digital form in about a minute.
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Our rooms are puzzles, not obstacle courses, and the door is never actually locked. This short form covers the house rules and a few things you should know before you go in.
The risks
- Low lighting, enclosed spaces, sudden sounds and special effects, which some people find uncomfortable.
- Minor bumps or trips when moving around props and furniture.
- Flashing lights or fog effects in some rooms. Tell us before you start if this could affect anyone in your group.
The rules
- Nothing in the room needs force. If it does not move easily, it is not meant to.
- Do not climb on furniture, touch anything marked as off limits, or interfere with power points and fittings.
- You can leave at any time. The exit is explained in your briefing.
- No photos or recordings of puzzles, and no spoilers please.
- Deliberate damage to the room or props will be charged at replacement cost.
Acknowledgement
- I have read and understood the risks and rules above, and I have had the chance to ask questions.
- I am taking part voluntarily and I will follow the instructions of staff at all times.
- The information I have given is true, and I have disclosed any medical condition or injury that could affect my safety or the safety of others.
- For each person under 18 listed below: I am their parent or legal guardian (or I am authorised by their parent or guardian to sign for them), and I consent to them taking part on the same terms.
I understand that Your Business takes reasonable care to run this activity safely, that it cannot remove every risk, and that I am responsible for my own behaviour and for following the rules. Nothing in this form limits any rights I have under New Zealand law that cannot be excluded, including ACC cover.
Why it's worded this way
You'll notice it doesn't say "I release the operator from all liability". In New Zealand, ACC covers personal injury and people generally can't sue for compensation for injuries ACC covers, and an operator can't sign away its health and safety duties. So a sweeping American-style release adds little here and can look like you're hiding something. What's useful is a clear record that the person was told the risks, agreed to the rules, and gave you the medical and emergency details you need. More in the plain-English guide.
Not legal advice. This is a starting point. Swap "Your Business" for your name, change anything that doesn't match how you operate, and have the final version checked by your lawyer or insurer.