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Covid-19 Liability Waiver

 Covid-19 Liability Waiver

I acknowledge the contagious nature of the COVID-19 virus and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by visiting or participating in wine tasting at Wiens Family Cellars and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, serious illness, permanent disability or death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at Wiens Family Cellars may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including but not limited to Wiens Family Cellars, Wiens Family Cellars employees and other Wiens Family Cellars visitors. 

 I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to myself, including, but not limited to, personal injury, illness, disability, death, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense, of any kind, that I may experience or incur in connection with my visit to or participation in wine tasting at Wiens Family Cellars (“Claims”).  I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and hold harmless Wiens Family Cellars, its employees, agents, and representatives, of and from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto.  I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of Wiens Family Cellars, its employees, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after my visit to or participation in wine tasting at Wiens Family Cellars.

 Additionally, I am not aware that I have any health conditions that are known to increase my likelihood of experiencing injuries or make me more susceptible to illness while engaging in this activity.  I acknowledge and agree to take appropriate precautions, including maintaining good personal hygiene including frequent hand washing or sanitizing and staying at least six feet from persons not in my party or related to me, other than Wiens Family Cellars hospitality personnel.  In addition to following all precautions established by Wiens Family Cellars, I will take all steps necessary to reduce the risk of illness to me and my party.  I specifically acknowledge my obligation to participate only if I am experiencing no symptoms identified by the Centers for Disease Control and California Department of Health and have not had a fever or felt feverish without the use of medication, prescription or over-the-counter, in the last 72 hours.

 By visiting Wiens Family Cellars, I forfeit all right to bring any and all claims against Wiens Family Cellars for any reason. In return, I will be permitted to visit and participate in wine tasting at Wiens Family Cellars. I will also make every effort to follow all safety precautions posted and as explained to me verbally.  In addition, I will ask for clarification when needed.