Masons Platforms – Plant Hire Services

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Use of Equipment
• The scissor lift must be used:
• Only for its intended purpose (lifting people/tools vertically).
• On suitable ground conditions (level, stable surfaces).
• Misuse (e.g., overloading, using as a crane) is prohibited.

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Insurance & Liability
• You’re responsible for:
• Loss, theft, or damage during the hire period
• Public liability while using the machine

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Theft & Security
• You must secure the lift when not in use.
• Theft is usually your responsibility unless insured.

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Damage & Cleaning
• You may be charged for:
• Physical damage beyond normal wear and tear
• Excessive dirt, paint, concrete, etc.

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Hire term Fees 
- Option 1: Pay £200 Deposit
• You pay £200 to secure the scissor lift.
• If you cancel, within 24 hours you’ll likely lose the deposit
• Your financial risk is capped at £200.

- Option 2: No Deposit, Sign Agreement
• You don’t pay any deposit upfront.
• But if you cancel within 24 hours of the hire start date, you must pay the full hire fee.
• That could be significantly more than £200 depending on the rental length.

 

Introduction

 

Masons Platforms (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our website or contact us regarding our plant hire services, including scissor lifts and forklift trucks.

 

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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Information We Collect

 

We may collect and process the following data:

 

Full name

Contact details (phone number, email address)

Business details (if applicable)

Hire and booking information

Payment and billing details

Website usage data (via cookies, if applicable)

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How We Use Your Information

 

We use your data to:

 

Respond to enquiries and provide quotes

Process bookings and manage hire agreements

Deliver and collect equipment

Maintain safety and compliance records (including LOLER certification where required)

Improve our services and customer experience

Meet legal and regulatory obligations

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Legal Basis for Processing

 

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

 

Performance of a contract (to provide hire services)

Legitimate interests (to manage and grow our business)

Legal obligations (health & safety and compliance requirements)

Consent (for marketing, where applicable)

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Sharing Your Information

 

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information with:

 

Delivery and transport providers

Payment processors

Accountants or legal advisors

Regulatory authorities if required by law

 

All third parties are required to respect the security of your data.

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Data Retention

 

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

 

Fulfil the purpose it was collected for

Comply with legal, tax, and insurance requirements

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Data Security

 

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

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Your Rights

 

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

 

Access your personal data

Request correction of inaccurate data

Request deletion of your data

Object to or restrict processing

Request data transfer (data portability)

 

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

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Cookies (If Applicable)

 

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

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Contact Information

 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

 

Masons Platforms

📧 Email: masonsplatforms1@gmail.com

📞 Phone: 07498 413303

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Changes to This Policy

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.