Sauna Time Policies

A. HEALTH/SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

  1. Due to risk of injury, it is not recommended to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol during use of the sauna.

  2. It is recommended to limit time in the sauna to a maximum of 20 minutes at a time for adults (19+), 15 minutes for ages 13-18, 10 minutes for ages 9-12, 5 minutes for ages 5-8 and 3 minutes for ages 0-4.

  3. As children can’t regulate heat as efficiently as adults, they should be monitored closely for signs of heat stress.

  4. To prevent dehydration, hydrate frequently with water before, during and after using the sauna.

  5. Ensure that any guests with health or mobility conditions that require assistance of another person will always be accompanied by another adult.

  6. Please shower before using the sauna.

  7. Sauna Time  will ensure that the sauna is cleaned before and after the rental period with Vancouver Island Health Authority approved cleaning supplies.

  8. Sauna will provide the Renter with a key to lock the sauna when not in use to prevent unauthorized guests from using the sauna. The Renter will return the key to Sauna Time at the end of the rental period.


B. PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES/ACTIVITIES AT ALL TIMES

  1. No person may use the sauna if they are ill or feeling ill.

  2. No jewelry (may cause burns), metal objects, alcohol, recreational or illicit drug use, smoking, vaping, essential oils, aromatherapy, food, pets or animals, breakables (glass or ceramics), sharp objects, or fire accelerants of any kind (propane, butane, gasoline diesel of flammables) are permitted in the sauna at any time.

  3. Sexual activity is not permitted during use of the sauna.


C. FIRE STARTING

  1. Stove door must remain closed at all times except when loading firewood.

  2. Do not burn any treated or painted wood, or wood with nails or screws in the stove.

  3. Do not burn garbage or any objects other than dry, untreated, unpainted wood, kindling and small amounts of paper for fire starting.


D. OPERATION/HEAT MANAGEMENT

  1. There is a maximum of 8 people in the sauna at one time.

  2. Only fresh water is to be placed on rocks (no other liquids including saltwater may be used).

  3. Only use stove handles for access and to load firewood. All other surfaces of the stove are hot and may cause burns.

  4. Do not put water on the sides of the stove as it may cause steam burns.

  5. Do not bring phones or electronics into the sauna due to risk of damage. Sauna Time Inc is not liable for any damage to phones or electronics during use of the sauna.

  6. Stove door must remain closed at all times except when loading firewood.

  7. Do not burn any treated or painted wood, or wood with nails or screws in the stove.

  8. Do not burn garbage or any objects other than dry, untreated, unpainted wood, kindling and small amounts of paper for fire starting.

  9. To regulate temperature if it becomes too uncomfortable, open the sauna door to allow for fresh ventilation.

  10. It is recommended to have access to a cold water source for cooling down after use of the sauna.


E. DROP-OFF/PICK UP

  1. We will work with the Renter to find a mutually agreeable time for pick up and drop off.

  2. The Renter will ensure that they have an authorized, flat, safe, easily accessible location on private property to park and operate the sauna (including operation of a woodburning stove). The sauna trailer has a small footprint  and will fit most driveways. If Sauna Time arrives to find an unsuitable or unauthorized location (a) this will be treated as a cancellation with less than 48 notice (see Cancellation Policy), (b) the sauna will not be dropped off and (c) the Renter will not be provided with a refund.

  3. The Renter will ensure that the sauna is not moved after Sauna Time completes set up.

  4. The Renter will ensure that the sauna is not tampered with or altered.

  5. The Renter will not light the stove on the morning of pick-up and will ensure that the fire is out and no hot embers are present at pick-up. The stove must be cool for safe transport. If Sauna Time arrives to find a stove with hot embers or fire, an additional day’s rental fee will be charged.


F. DEPOSIT

  1. The Renter will pay a $500 damage deposit (the “Damage Deposit”) at the time of drop off. The Damage Deposit is in addition to the rental fees.

  2. In the event of any damage or loss, or return of the sauna and/or equipment in an excessively unclean state, Sauna Time will apply the Damage Deposit towards the cost of repairs, replacement and/or cleaning fees, and return the balance of the Damage Deposit, if any. In the event the cost of repair or replacement exceeds the Damage Deposit, Renter agrees to pay the balance to Sauna Time within seven (7) days of notice of the amount owing.