Great Green Run 2024 Rules & Regulations

Do spend time to read the Rules & Regulations carefully. Individuals who register to participate in GREAT GREEN RUN 2024 (the “Event”) (and in the case of participants below the age of 18 years as at the date of registration, the participant’s parent, guardian or legal representative) (“Participants”) declare and acknowledge to have read, understood and agreed to the terms & conditions and undertakes to comply with and be bound by the same.

1. The Event is co organised by MUSE GROUP SDN BHD and ELEMENT X SDN BHD (the “Organisers”).

2. The Event will be held on Saturday, 2 November 2024 (“Date”) located in front of Malaysia Federal Court, Putrajaya (“Venue”). The Organisers reserve the right to postpone or cancel the Event at any time.
 

3. For more details on the Event, please log on to www.greatgreenrun.com.my (“Official Website”) or www.checkpointspot.asia (“Official Registration Platform”).
 

4. By signing up for and providing any information, personal or otherwise, in order to gain access to participate in the Event or any activity relating to the Event or involving the Organisers and the Event Partners and Sponsors (the “Partners and Sponsors”) (if any), the Participant is deemed to have agreed / given express permission to the following:
 

4.1. 

Authorization to the Organiser, its agent(s) and/or contractor(s) to collect, process, organise and retain personal data relating to the Participant.
4.2.
The Personal Data of the Participant(s) shall be used by the Organiser for the purposes of:
4.2.1.
Marketing - sending communication materials to the Participant, including but not limited to, direct mailers, emails, short messaging service and/or telephone calls; and
4.2.2.
Statistical analysis for planning and improvement of the Event.

4.3.
As the Event owners, the Organisers may engage the services of third parties to process the Participant’s Personal Data as well as the production of essential items required for the smooth operation of the Event in or outside of Malaysia. For such purposes, Participants shall be deemed to have given his/her consent to the transfer of all or any Personal Data to any such third party’s location in or outside of Malaysia. All such third parties are contractually obliged not to use the Participant’s Personal Data for any other purpose, other than as specified herein or for the purposes of the Event.
4.4.
The Participant shall be deemed to have withdrawn from participating in the Event if he/she withdraws his/her consent or authorization given at any time before the Event starts.
4.5.
The Organisers will take reasonable precautions to keep the Participant’s Personal Data secured and similarly ensure any third-party data processors to do the same.
4.6.
The Organisers may disclose or release the Participant’s Personal Data, if the Organisers reasonably believes that it is necessary, desirable or required to do so by applicable law or governmental regulation or by any competent body or authority, or by legal process, or to respond to any claim, or to protect the rights, interest or property of the Organisers or others.

5. The Organisers reserve the right to change the Date and/or Venue or to postpone or cancel the Event for any reason whatsoever including force majeure (i.e. due to occurrence of any
incident, condition or event that are beyond the reasonable control of the Organisers and
which, in the Organisers’ opinion, renders it impossible or unsafe to hold the Event such as haze, storm, rain, inclement weather, wind, act of God, terrorism, pandemics, outbreaks, or other conditions) at any time without prior notice to the Participant, in which case the Organisers will make effort to inform the Participant prior to the Date. If the Event has to be postponed or cancelled, there shall be NO refund of fees and the Organisers shall not be liable for any loss or inconvenience caused. Participants acknowledge and agree that the entry fee and any other transaction costs of the Event are non-refundable, non-transferable and non-deferrable. Any updates on the Event including any changes to the Rules and Regulations, Privacy Policy or any other terms & conditions of the Event will be posted on the Official Website & Official Registration Platform. It is the responsibility of the Participant to keep abreast with such updates and changes. The Organisers shall not be liable for any loss or inconvenience caused.
 

6. The Organisers reserve the right to limit and/or refuse entry without giving any reason or notice. The Organisers also reserve the right at its absolute discretion to exclude or disqualify any Participant whom the Organisers opine to be acting in a manner which is against the interest of the Organisers or the Event or which is in violation of the Rules and Regulations or any terms and conditions of the Event or in case of (suspicion of) foul play or fraud. It is the duty and responsibility of the Participant to ensure his/her legal eligibility to participate in the Event.
 

7. The Organisers reserve the right to cancel, defer and/or add any Event category without prior notice to the Participant.
 

8. Eligibility :-
8.1.
The Event is open to all. Participants agree to participate in the Event on his or her own free will. Age qualification will be taken as of Event Day.
8.2.
Participants must be aged 4 years old to 7 years old in 2024 to participate in the 800m Kids Dash category. A child in the 800m Kids Dash may be accompanied by parents (limited to 1 person per child)
8.3.
Participants must be aged 8 years old to 12 years old in 2024 to participate in the 1.2km Kids Dash category.
 

9. Participation is open to all, both local and foreigners alike.
 

10. Participant agrees to accept promotional materials/items from the Organisers whether in relation to the Event or otherwise.
 

11. The Organisers reserve the right to modify or substitute any of the Rules and Regulations, Privacy Policy or any other terms and conditions of the Event from time to time and at any time as they deem fit. If there is an ambiguity in any of the provisions, the Organisers shall have the authority to interpret and in so doing, the Organisers will take into account the interests of all parties involved. The decision of the Organisers shall be final and binding. Any updates, modifications or changes on the Rules and Regulations, Privacy Policy or any other terms & conditions of the Event will be notified on the Official Website and (unless otherwise stated) will be effective from the date of notification on the Official Website.
 

12. Participants will be provided with Group Personal Accident (GPA)
12.1.
Coverage for Accidental Death : Up to RM4,000 per participant
12.2.
Coverage for Permanent Disability : Up to RM4,000 per participant
12.3.
Coverage for Medical and Hospitalization : Up to RM1,000 per participant
12.4.
Coverage for Funeral Expenses : Up to RM1,000 per participant
 

13. The GPA insurance will not cover participants who submit incomplete and false information and declaration during the registration of this Event. Our insurer reserves the right to reject and deny your claims.
 

14. Registration
14.1.
Everyone is required to register via online registration at www.greatgreenrun.com.my (“Official Website”) or www.checkpoint.asia (“Official Registration Platform”)
14.2.
Participant shall provide true, accurate, current and complete information. The Organisers may contact the Participant from time to time by email. Any notice sent to the email address registered with the Organisers shall be deemed as received by the Participant. If the Participant provides any information that is untrue, inaccurate, outdated or incomplete, or if the Organisers has ground to believe that such information is untrue, inaccurate, outdated or incomplete, the Organisers may at any time suspend, revoke, cancel or terminate the Participant's registration for the Event and refuse any and all current or future use of the Event's Official Website (or any parts thereof).
14.3.
The Organisers will not entertain nor be in any way responsible for any disputes arising from incomplete or inaccurate entry details in the registration form. NO refunds will be made for incorrect or multiple registration.
14.4.
Only one (1) entry/ category/ registration is allowed for each Participant.
14.5.
Participants are strictly not allowed to transfer their Event entry to another party or change the Event categories after his/her registration is confirmed.
14.6.
By virtue of being the Event owner, the Organisers may use services of third parties.
14.7.
The Event’s registration will be confirmed via confirmation e-mail, which will be sent to the registered email address. If the Participant does not receive the Confirmation E-mail within the stipulated time or is unable to download the Confirmation E-mail from the registration portal; or If there is discrepancy in the Confirmation E-mail, the Participant may report such discrepancies to registration@greatgreenrun.my within five (5) working days from the date the registration date.
14.8.
Once Participant’s registration has been duly processed, there will be NO refund of fees to Participants who wish to withdraw their participation for whatever reason.
14.9.
Registration closing date : 2 October 2024
 

15. Race Kits
15.1.
Race kits consists of
15.1.1.
Event t-shirt
15.1.2.
A race bib (with timing chip for 10KM only)
15.1.3.
Drawstring bag
15.2.
All T-shirt measurements are subject to 1–2 cm tolerance.
15.3.
All merchandises - colour, design and material - published on the “Official Website” and "Offcial Registration Platform" are for illustration purposes. The images of the products may differ from the actual merchandises and are subject to change without notice.
15.4.
All race kits that are not collected during the stipulated collection date will be deemed as unwanted and the Organisers shall be at liberty to dispose or re-distribute them accordingly.
15.5.
There will be STRICTLY NO distribution of kits on race day.
15.6.
Delivery :
15.6.1.
For delivery, Participants are only entitled to receive Event Tee and Race Bib. Selected sponsored goodies will be delivered.
15.6.2.
The Organisers is NOT responsible for any undelivered Race Entry Pack due to :
15.6.2.1.
Incorrect or Incomplete delivery address
15.6.2.2.
Unavailability of receiver at the delivery address
15.6.2.3.
No refund will be provided for undelivered Race Entry Pack
15.6.2.4.
All second-time delivery fees of Race Entry Pack will be borne by the Participants

16. Event Participation
16.1.
The Organisers reserve the right to amend the Event’s race routes (“Routes”) as it deems fit, whether for the safety of the Participants and/or to prevent any potential hazards in the running of the Event or otherwise, at any time without prior notice to the Participant. In such an event, every effort will be made to inform the Participant prior to the Date of the Event. Any changes made to the Event’s Routes will be posted on the Official Website. It is the responsibility of the Participant to keep abreast with such changes. The Organisers shall not be liable for any other losses or inconveniences caused due to such changes.
16.2.
Whilst every reasonable precaution will be taken by the Organisers to ensure the Participant’s safety, Participant participates in the Event at their own risk. The Organisers will not be responsible or held liable for any injury or death, damage or loss of property, whether personal or otherwise, suffered or caused, arising from training for, during participation, or after participation in the Event. Participant is strongly advised to go for medical examination and/or consult their medical practitioner prior to registration and before the Date of the Event.
16.3.
Participants must, at all times, follow their respective Routes, the direction of security officers/officials, traffic management officers/officials, Event’s officers/officials and any other enforcement officers/officials.
16.4.
Participants must retire from the Event immediately, if required to do so by any member of the Event’s official medical staff, Event director, referee and/or security officer.
16.5.
It is the sole responsibility of every participant to inform the medical staff/safety marshal on duty regarding any injury or reason that they cannot exercise.
16.6.
Should any participant feel fatigue, restless, or an injury at any time during or before the session, they must immediately inform the medical staff/safety marshal and refrain from joining the session.
16.7.
Pets, bicycles, in-line skates, push carts, shoes with built-in or attached rollers and any other wheel-run objects are not allowed on the course of the Routes other than official Event and medical vehicles.
16.8.
The Organisers reserve the right to use any photographs, images, motion pictures, recordings, and/or any other media records of the Event (including those of the Participant and of his/her name and other information without any compensation or payment or any prior notice), for any legitimate purpose including commercial advertising and distribution by the Organisers in any form of media or medium and for such duration as the Organisers deem fit whether within Malaysia or elsewhere.
16.9.
A Participant who commences to run before the actual start time (“Flag-Off Time”) of his/her registered category in the Event will be disqualified. (Please refer to start times of the Event).
16.10.
Participants who do not start within ten (10) minutes from the Flag-off Time will be disqualified and for safety reasons may not be allowed to start.
16.11.
Qualifying Time :-
16.12.
5KM - 2 hours
16.13.
10KM - 3 hours
16.14.
Participants must complete their respective run categories (which they registered for) within the following cut-off times (these are all based off the gun time i.e., the time when the starting gun is fired); otherwise they will be deemed disqualified or did not finish.
16.15.
Finisher entitlement will only be given to runners who complete the run within the qualifying time.
16.16.
Beverages are permitted provided they are in a sealed container only (no glass containers allowed).
16.17.
The Organisers shall not be responsible for any error, omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operation or transmission, communications line failure, theft or destruction, unauthorised access to, or alteration of user communications, or any problems or technical malfunction of any telephone network or lines, computer online systems, servers or providers, computer equipment, software, failure of email or traffic congestion on the internet and/or the Event's Official Website.
16.18.
Participants are required to comply with any amendments made to the Rules and Regulations by the Organisers
16.19.
The Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to the Event at its sole discretion.
16.20.
Participants are advised to wear the Event’s running tee during the Event.
16.21.
The Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry to any applicant who does not adhere to the race age requirement.
16.22.
Participants below the age of 18 years old must obtain parental / guardian consent.
16.23.
Bibs given to the participants during the entry pack collection are to be worn at all times during the Event. Participants without their assigned race bib will be refused entry into the starting point.
 

17. Result, Winners & Prizes
17.1.
The results of the 10km race category will be verified by the Organisers and their decision is final.
17.2.
The “Gun Time” will be used to determine the winners for the 10km category
17.3.
The “Net Time” will be used to get an overall ranking in all categories.
17.4.
By registering for the Event, the Participant agrees that the Organisers might post the full race results on the Official Website after Event day. Each Participant is allowed to win only one prize money (where applicable) in the category that he/she has registered for.
17.5.
For winners or potential winners, disputes and appeals must be made within 30 minutes of the published results on the results notice board on-site or immediately after the prize presentation, whichever is earlier, failing which the Organisers reserve the right not to entertain any disputes or appeals thereafter.
17.6.
For all disputes, the Organisers’ decision is final and no other disputes thereafter will be entertained.
17.7.
Winners or potential winners who do not use his/her assigned running bib will be disqualified.
17.8.
Winners must ensure that they collect their prizes after the race and upon announcement of results. All uncollected prizes will be forfeited.
17.9.
The Organisers reserve the right to request winners for identity cards or passports for verification.
17.10.
The Organisers reserve the right to replace any winners if he/she is found to be disqualified.
17.11.
All winners must present their original identification document (such as Passport or Identity Card) for verification purposes.
17.12.
Prize money will be submitted to the winners through bank transfer within 30 days.
 

18. Certificate
18.1.
E-Certificate will be made available within seven (7) days from the Event day for Participants to download.
18.2.
E-Certificate will be available for download for a period of fifteen (15) days from the day that it was made available.
 

19. Medal and Trophy
19.1.
Finisher medals will be available for redemption at a designated area after the finishing line to Participants on the Event day. No claims will be entertained thereafter.
19.2.
Finisher medals will only be given to participants who complete the run within the qualifying time.
19.3.
Trophy(ies) will be given out during the prize presentation.
 

20. Assumption of Risks, Waiver & Release of Liability
20.1.
Participant accepts and agrees that (a) the Event carries certain inherent dangers and risks which may or may not be readily foreseeable, including without limitation to personal injury, damage to property or death; and (b) his/her participation in the Event is voluntarily in spite of the potential risks and danger.
20.2.
Participant warrants that he/she is in good physical condition and have sufficient preparations and is able to safely participate in the Event. The Participant is fully aware of the risks and hazards inherent in participating in the Event, including the possibilities of serious physical trauma, injury or death.
20.3.
It is the responsibility of the Participant to advise the Organisers prior to the start of the Event of any pre-existing medical condition, disability, relevant medications
being taken and allergies that may be relevant in the administration of any medical
assistance, or in your ability to take part in the event. Participants, including those with pre-existing medical conditions or disability, shall be subject to clause 20.4 below
20.4.
In consideration of the Organisers allowing or accepting (without liability) the Participant to participate in any way in the Event and/or activities registered through the Official Website, the Participant (which includes his/her heirs, personal representatives, executors and administrators), shall be deemed to have agreed as follows:
20.4.1.
accept and assume all of the risks and dangers and any potential risks and dangers in connection with the Participant’s participation in the Event;
20.4.2.
to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, none of the Organisers, online registration company, sub-contractors, all municipal agencies and relevant authority whose property or personnel are used, all sponsors, co-sponsors and other companies, parties and individuals related to the Event, and their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, representatives, volunteers, related corporations, subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively “Releasees”) shall be responsible or liable in any manner for any costs, expenses, loss, damages, liabilities, injury or death caused by participation in the Event;
20.4.3.
fully and forever releases the Releasees from all and any liability of whatsoever nature and howsoever arising, INCLUDING ANY NEGLIGENT RESCUE OPERATION and any other form of negligence and is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by applicable laws in Malaysia in which the Event is conducted;
20.4.4.
waives and relinquishes the right to sue or take any action or proceeding against the Releasees (or any of them) for any and all claims, demands, losses or damages of the Participant on account of any injury, death, damage to property or any other cause of action, which is caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence, fault, act or omission of the Releasees (or any of them) or otherwise.
20.5.
The decision of the Organisers on all and any matter in connection with the Event shall be final and binding.
20.6.
If any provision (or any part thereof) of the Rules and Regulations or any terms and conditions of the Event is held by a competent court or other competent authority in a final decision (namely, after exhausting all appeal avenues if applicable) to be illegal, void or unenforceable in the relevant jurisdiction, that provision or the relevant part thereof shall be deemed to be deleted and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect in respect of such jurisdiction.
20.7.
A failure or delay by Organisers in exercising, or in omitting to exercise, any right, remedy, power or privilege accruing to the Organisers hereunder, or the knowledge or acquiescence by the Organisers of or in any breach of any of the Rules and Regulations, shall not impair or operate or be construed as a waiver of such right, remedy, power or privilege or an acquiescence in such breach or a waiver of such Rules and Regulations any of them. No waiver shall be binding on the Organiser unless it is made in writing. No waiver by the Organisers of a breach of any Rules and Regulations shall constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other Rules and Regulations.
20.8.
The Rules and Regulations shall be binding on the heirs, personal representatives, executors and administrators and permitted assigns of the Participant.
20.9.
The Rules and Regulations and all documents concerning the Event shall be governed by and construed in all respects in accordance with the laws of Malaysia. By
registering for the Event, the Participant shall be deemed to have agreed to submit to
the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Malaysia.