STUDY TOUR TERMS & CONDITIONS

AGREEMENT

THIS IS A RELEASE OF LEGAL RIGHTS – READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE REGISTERING

I have chosen voluntarily to participate in the Study Tour operated by Franklin Health Research Center (“Franklin”). This agreement confirms my understanding of the following:

EXPENSES

I understand that I am responsible for the registration cost of the Study Tours, my personal travel to/from the tour destination, and any additional expenses that I may incur during the Study Tours. I understand that my registration fee is inclusive of group transportation during the Study Tours activities, scheduled meals, and scheduled activities. I am responsible for purchases I make on the trip, and any additional meals or activities I undertake on my own behalf. I also understand that I am personally responsible for travel between Study Tour activities should I fail to board the assigned coach or train organized by the Study Tours.

STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

I recognize that it is my personal obligation to become aware of and adhere to local laws and regulations and with Study Tours policies as set forth in this agreement and related materials. I agree to become informed of, and to abide by, all such laws, regulations, standards and policies of the countries, provences, counties, regions, institutions, and businesses in which Study Tours activities take place. I agree to refrain from conduct that is improper, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate for the Study Tours and/or for study in a cross-cultural environment generally, or that is potentially detrimental to my own or other’s health or safety. Examples of such conduct include, but are not limited to, disorderly behavior, sexual harassment or misconduct, the use of drugs, or excessive alcohol consumption. I understand that if at any time during the duration of the Study Tours I fail to honor this agreement, then Franklin may, in its sole discretion, immediately dismiss me from the Study Tours, or severely restrict my activities.

Risks of Particular Activities

I agree not to engage in activities deemed by Franklin Health or commonly understood to be dangerous to my individual safety or to the individual safety of other Study Tours participants for the duration of the Study Tours program. This includes, but is not limited to, motorcycling, hitchhiking, solo late night excursions, and any other activity so designated by Study Tours.

ENTERING A FOREIGN COUNTRY

I understand that it is my individual responsibility to become informed of border restrictions and meet the entry requirements of the Study Tours destination country. I acknowledge that I am responsible for obtaining any vaccinations which are recommended prior to travel to the Study Tour destination, including those which may be required for entry to a foreign country. Furthermore, I understand that registration for a Study Tour does not include any costs or requirements associated with obtaining tourist visas or meeting border control mandates.

HEALTH EMERGENCIES

I understand that it is my responsibility to obtain valid and current medical insurance. I have reviewed my coverage and have determined that my insurance is adequate to cover injuries or illnesses that I may sustain while traveling and participating in the Study Tours. I understand that I am solely responsible for payment in full of medical expenses or costs associated with the medical care I may receive overseas. I acknowledge that Franklin strongly recommends that I purchase travel insurance for the duration of the Study Tours. In the event I require medical care or treatment but am unable to obtain it for myself, I authorize Franklin to obtain appropriate care for me. I further agree to hold harmless and indemnify Franklin for any and all actions taken by Franklin to provide or obtain emergency medical care for me during the Study Tours. I also understand and agree that if I experience serious health problems, suffer an injury, or am otherwise in a situation that raises significant health and safety concerns, then Franklin will communicate with the individual identified in the emergency contact that I provide.

REFUNDS

Should I decide not to attend the Study Tours, in whole or in part, or if I am dismissed from the Study Tours at any time, or if I am unable to attend the Study Tours for any reason, I will be subject to the Study Tour’s Refund and Transfer Policy regarding refunds of any Study Tours registration fees or deposits paid. I understand that there are no circumstances under which Franklin will reimburse me for travel, airfare, or any other expenses.

Trip Arrangements

I understand that Franklin does not represent or act as an agent for, and cannot control the acts or omissions of, any transportation carrier, hotel, tour organizer, or other provider of food, goods, or services involved in the Study Tours. I acknowledge that Franklin reserves the right to modify the trip schedule if deemed necessary. Furthermore, I understand that Franklin is not responsible for matters that are beyond its control, and therefore cannot warrant the safety or convenience of each activity in the Study Tours.

RELEASE

Knowing the risks described above, I agree, on behalf of my family, heirs and personal representative(s), to assume all the risks and responsibilities related to my participation in the Study Tours. To the maximum extent permitted by law, I release, hold harmless and agree to indemnify Franklin Health, Franklin Health-affiliated entities and their officers, directors, owners, faculty, staff, representatives, employees and agents, from and against any present or future claims, losses or liabilities, costs and expenses for injury to person or property, or for any other damage, which I may suffer, or for which I may be liable to any other person, related to my participation in the Study Tours (including periods in transit to or from the destination), resulting from any cause, including but not limited to negligence on my part or on the part of any of the released parties.

By registering for this trip, I certify that I am age 18 or older. I have carefully read and freely agree to this Release Form. I understand and agree that no oral or written representations can or will alter the contents of this document. I agree that this agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state of Tennessee, which shall be the forum for any lawsuits filed under or incident to this agreement or the Study Tours.