
1. Request Submission
- User identifies the required equipment type (General / High-Value & Sensitive; In-Lab Only / Check-Out).
- User submits the relevant application form via Fillout Form:
- In-Lab Only: Innovation Lab Asset Use Contract (In-Lab Only)
- Free for Check-Out: Innovation Lab Asset Checkout Contract
- Required information: name, NetID, contact, equipment name, purpose, start/end time, return time, supervisor signature (if required).
2. Review & Approval
- Review window: within 3 business days.
- Review criteria: safety training completion, availability, project relevance, compliance with policies.
- Decision outcomes:
- ✅ Approved → proceed to Step 3.
- ❌ Rejected → user receives email notification stating:
- Specific reasons for rejection (e.g., scheduling conflict, missing training, policy violation, asset already booked).
- Guidance for correction or resubmission (e.g., provide SDS, complete training, select alternative dates).
- Option to reapply once issues are resolved.
3. Contract Signing
- Upon approval, user must appear on-site to sign the InE Asset Borrow Contract.
- For high-value/sensitive equipment: both applicant and supervisor must co-sign.
- Contract confirmation includes: borrowing duration, user responsibility, liability for loss/damage, compliance with policies.
4. Equipment Handover
- For In-Lab Only: user may begin usage within the designated time and under supervision if required.