Colour Mile Disclaimer
- I understand that participating in the Students’ Union Welcome Festival Colour Mile is a potentially hazardous activity where I will be required to run a set distance and powdered colour will be thrown at and around me during the course of the event. As it is a physically demanding activity, I understand there is a risk of injury and even death and that the Colour Mile does not conduct health or fitness checks on entrants.
- Whilst the Students’ Union takes care to make the Colour Mile event as safe as possible, they cannot remove risks and dangers to participants and observers and accordingly I participate at my own risk.
- I agree not to participate unless I am medically and physically able, and that it is my responsibility to decide whether I am, and any child for whom I am responsible, is medically and physically able.
I agree to complete an alternative obstacle/exercise if I am not medically and physically able to complete an obstacle at a station, and that it is my responsibility to decide whether I am whether I am.
- I assume all risks associated with competing in the Colour Mile, including, but not limited to:
- slips, falls, contact with other participants
- negligent or wanton acts of other participants
- any defects or condition of premises, or colour zones
- the effects of the weather including high heat, cold temperatures, storms and/or humidity
- narrow paths
- uneven surfaces
- brambles, leaves, and other shrubbery
- I agree that the Students’ Union and/or University of Worcester are not responsible for any personal items or property that are lost, stolen, stained or damaged at, or during, the event.
- I consent to emergency medical care and transportation to obtain treatment in the event of injury to me, as medical professionals may deem appropriate.
- I understand and agree that pets are not permitted to accompany me during the run.
- I grant permission for the University of Worcester, Worcester Students’ Union and their partners to use any photographs, motion pictures, video and/or sound recordings or any other record of this event which include any images of me (and/or of any child on whose behalf I sign) for any purpose including, but not limited to, promoting, advertising and marketing purposes at any time after the event.
- I assume risk of wild animals and insects that may be present on the course.
- I understand that Colour Powder is rated as Non-Toxic / Non-Hazardous. No respiratory or eye protection is required, but protection is recommended for prolonged exposure. Flush with water to remove powder from eyes, mouth, or nose; mild soap and water recommended for cleaning on skin.
- I understand I must declare any medical condition especially those concerning, but not excluding: respiratory conditions, allergies and heart conditions.
- I understand that during the Colour Mile I must not smoke or be in possession of any ignitable or ignited substances.
- I understand during the Colour Mile I must not take prohibited drugs or be under the influence of drugs. I understand I may be refused participation by any Students’ Union staff member if they suspect you are under the influence.
- I understand during the Colour Mile I must not consume or be under the influence of alcohol. I understand I may be refused participation by any Students’ Union staff member if they suspect you are under the influence.
- I understand that any participants under the age of 18 must have, prior to the event, obtained parental consent which has been returned to the Students' Union. I also understand that no one under the age of 18 will be able to take part in the Colour Mile without this parental consent, and must be supervised at all time by this parent throughout the event.
- I understand I must adhere to any COVID and additional safety measures implemented into the event.