Common use of BASIS OF CHARGING Clause in Contracts

BASIS OF CHARGING. (a) Minimum Hire Charges – The standard hire period is for one month. This represents a minimum of 10 continuous working hours per day, 26 days per month. For hire periods that exceed one month, the monthly rate will apply, and any partial month will be calculated on a pro rata basis based on the number of days on hire. Any use less than 10 hours per day regardless of reason, except for valid breakdowns will be charged at the daily rate and there will be no reduction for any other reason whatsoever. This includes, public or national holidays and any other times where working hours may be reduced.