Borrowing Tools

 

Members must have an active membership to borrow tools.

Tools loans are for one week. All tools borrowed are to be returned by close of business on their due date. 

Members may renew tools through their member login. South Bend Tool Library reserves the right to refuse renewals based on demand. 

All tools are to be returned in the same or better condition as they were issued, barring normal wear and tear.  All tools must be returned clean.

South Bend Tool Library reserves the right to refuse the loan of any item at its discretion.

 

Late Fees / Tool Replacement

 

As a member of the South Bend Tool Library you will never be charged fees for tools that are late, lost, or damaged. If you lose or damage a tool we would welcome a replacement or a monetary donation, but it is not required. We have adopted a no-fee policy as a commitment to our mission of inclusivity, accessibility, and charity.

If a member has repeated incidents of overdue, lost, or broken items we reserve the right to terminate a membership at any point. In order to reactivate your membership you will need to return all overdue items, reapply, pay a new annual membership fee, and your application will need special approval by the Tool Library.

We are here to serve you. We don't want to create a space for shame or punishments. Remember that the tools you are borrowing belong to the whole community – care for them, bring them back, and stay honest.

 

Tool Use

 

Only the Member is authorized to use the tools. 

South Bend Tool Library staff are available to explain the operation of tools. However, by borrowing an item, a Member is certifying that he/she/they are capable of using that tool safely and properly.

The Member agrees that if any borrowed tool becomes unsafe or in a state of disrepair, they must immediately discontinue use of the tool and notify South Bend Tool Library of the issue.

 

Liability

 

The Member agrees that South Bend Tool Library is not responsible for any manufacturing defects in quality of workmanship or materials inherent in any borrowed tools.