Document background
The Injury Waiver serves as a critical risk management tool for businesses and organizations offering physical activities or sports-related services in Austria. This document is essential when providing services that carry inherent risks of physical injury or harm, requiring explicit acknowledgment from participants. The waiver must comply with Austrian civil law (ABGB) and consumer protection regulations, which impose strict requirements on liability limitations. While the document cannot exclude liability for gross negligence or intentional harm under Austrian law, it can establish clear parameters for risk assumption and create a documented understanding between parties. The Injury Waiver typically includes detailed activity descriptions, risk acknowledgments, participant representations, and emergency procedures, all tailored to meet specific Austrian legal requirements.
