Interactive Media Lab follows MidTown Collaboration Center (MCC) and CIA emergency protocols at all times, including during approved after-hours use. An IML staff member will always be present on site during after-hours operations (unless otherwise noted for scheduled classes) and serves as a primary point of coordination in the event of an emergency. In the event IML staff are not present, contact MCC Security.  

Always call 911 first for medical emergencies, fire, or dangerous criminal activity. 

After contacting 911: 

1. Notify IML Front Desk or IML Operations Manager as soon as it is safe to do so. 

2. Stay with the affected individual if safe. 

3. Direct emergency responders when possible.  

4. All incidents must be reported via the IML Incident Report Form located in every Studio Space within 24 hours. 

After Hours Emergency Procedure 

The Interactive Media Lab continues to follow the outlined emergency procedures at 

Incident Reporting 

Always call 911 first for fire, medical emergencies, or dangerous criminal acts. Then notify an IML staff member. 

To ensure safety, accountability, and continuous improvement of the IML environment, all incidents involving guests, students, faculty, or staff must be reported promptly to the IML Operations Manager. 

1. What to Report 

2. Incidents may include, but not limited to: 

3. Personal injury or medical emergencies 

4. Behavioral concerns or policy violations 

5. Lost or stolen property 

6. Who Should Report 

7. Any individual directly involved in or witnessing an incident 

8. Faculty or staff supervising the space at the time of the incident 

9. Guests or community members using IML facilities 

10. How to Report 

11. For emergencies, please contact Emergency Personnel and IML Front Desk staff immediately. IML staff will involve MCC security immediately. 

12. For all other incidents, please complete the IML Incident Report Form, available via QR code in all facilities spaces.  

13. Submit the form within 24 hours of the incident. 

14. Follow-Up 

15. The IML Operations Manager will review the report and initiate any necessary follow-up actions. 

16. Reports may be shared with MCC Security, CIA Facilities, or CIA Administration as appropriate. 

17. Confidentiality will be maintained to the extent possible. 

Active Aggressor Response 

1. Follow the RUN – HIDE – FIGHT protocol. 

2. RUN (Escape if possible) 

3. If there is a safe path available, leave the area immediately. 

4. Encourage others to escape with you, but do not delay if they choose not to. 

5. Leave your belongings behind. 

6. Prevent others from entering the danger area if possible. 

7. Once safe, call 911 and provide as much information as possible. 

8. HIDE (If escape is not possible) 

9. Move to a place out of the aggressor’s view. 

10. Lock and secure doors if possible. 

11. Turn off the lights and silence phones. 

12. Remain quiet and out of sight. 

13. Do not open doors for anyone until law enforcement provides an all-clear. 

14. FIGHT (Last resort) 

15. As a last resort, when your life is in imminent danger, attempt to incapacitate the aggressor. 

16. Act with physical aggression and commitment. 

17. Use improvised weapons if necessary. 

18. This option should only be considered when escape and hiding are not possible. 

Lockdown Procedures 

1. Secure all perimeter doors 

2. Instruct all occupants to shelter within the building.  

3. Notify off-site staff and guests to avoid the area until cleared. 

Shelter-in-Place Procedures 

1. Stay indoors, away from windows and doors. 

2. Close and lock doors; turn off lights if necessary. 

3. Await official notifications to resume normal activity. 

Bomb Threats 

Call 911 and notify the IML Operations Manager immediately. 

Medical Emergencies 

1. Call 911 first, then contact IML Front Desk. 

2. Do not move the injured person unless necessary for safety. 

3. Provide first aid if trained and await professional responders. 

Utility Outages + Hazardous Materials 

1. Leave the area immediately. 

2. Avoid any physical contact with hazardous materials. 

3. Once in a safe location, contact MCC Security at 216-615-7145 to report the location, type of material and your condition. 

Emergency Equipment Locations 

Fire Extinguishers and AED Locations 

• Locations: 

• MCC 1^st Floor Restroom Hallway 

• MCC 2^nd Floor Hallway on the wall facing the elevators 

• IML Circulation Corridor (beside light switch, fire extinguisher only) 

• Rapid Prototyping Lab (fire extinguisher + fire blanket) 

• Innovation Studio (fire extinguisher only) 

• XR Studio (beside grip cart, fire extinguisher + fire blanket) 

Fire Safety 

A fire emergency is defined as any situation involving actual fire or detectible smoke (visible or odor). Stay calm, think clearly, and instill confidence in patrons, visitors, and other tenants.  

1. Rescue: In the event of a fire emergency, the priority is to remove people from the area of immediate danger to a safer location. Rescue any person injured or likely to be injured by flames or smoke if this can be done without serious risk to you. 

2. Activate the Alarm – Report Immediately: Anyone who discovers a fire must immediately report the fire location.  

3. Activate a fire alarm signal box. 

4. Dial 911. Inform the dispatcher of the location of the fire. Do not assume they know where you are located. Be specific about the location of the fire or smoke within the building. Time is crucial in notifying the fire department. Then contact MCC security at 216-615-7145 to report the fire and your location.  

5. Confine: To confine a fire or the spread of smoke, close all doors, including bathrooms, offices, and hallways. 

6. Extinguish: Portable fire extinguishers are located throughout the MCC. They are available to use to extinguish early-stage fire if the reporter is comfortable in that process and will not be placed in harm’s way. Extinguishers are classified by a latter which indicates the class of fire for which it is appropriate:  

7. “A” for ordinary combustibles (wood, cloth, paper, rubber, and many plastics) 

8. “B” for flammable liquids (oils, greases, tars, oil-based paints, lacquers, and flammable gases) 

9. “C” for electrical equipment 

10. “D” for combustible metal fires 

Evacuation Procedures 

In the case of a fire or other related emergencies, follow the following steps. 

Evacuation Steps 

1. Stop all work and secure hazardous materials if safe to do so. 

2. Exit the building using the nearest safe exit. 

3. Do not use elevators. 

4. Assist individuals with disabilities as needed. 

5. Close doors behind you to contain fire or smoke. 

6. Proceed to the designated meet-up point. 

7. Call MCC Security at 216-615-7145 if someone is injured, trapped, or missing. 

Designated Meet-Up Points 

- Primary: MCC Parking Lot (north side of the building) 

- Secondary: Lawn area across Euclid Avenue (if primary is inaccessible) 

Accountability 

1. Supervisors and instructors should account for all individuals in their group. 

2. Report missing persons to MCC Security or emergency personnel immediately.