CATLab Equipment Use Agreement
IIT Equipment Checkout Terms and Conditions
- I agree that I am personally and solely responsible for any damage, loss or theft of equipment checked out to me (damage fees = repair cost; replacement = current retail cost), and any associated administrative fees. The CATLAB has 5 business days to inspect returned equipment and notify Borrower of any damage.
- I agree that any failure to pay fees may result in:
- If faculty or staff: garnished wages.
- If student: prevention of my registration, graduation, or issuance of a transcript.
- Legal action. In this case, I agree to pay all collection fees, attorney fees, or other expenses due Georgia State University, as a result of violation of this agreement.
- At checkout: I am responsible for checking equipment for damage and missing parts before signing the checkout form. At return: I am responsible for notifying the CATLAB of any problems with equipment. Returns must be made during regular business hours, at least 30 minutes prior to close. I agree to return the equipment on time, and I am responsible for any late fees if I do not do so.
- If I do not think any fees are accurate, I must dispute them within 30 days or I lose my right to dispute them.
- I understand that CATLAB equipment may not be used for personal financial gain or commercial purposes. Priority for borrowing is given to academic or instructional uses, but Borrowers may use equipment for any non-profit purpose.
- I represent that I have the necessary skills to use this equipment properly. Some checkouts require training or documentation that Borrowers can use the
equipment properly, and CATLAB must approve any exceptions. CATLAB reserves the right to deny checkout privileges. - I grant CATLAB permission to store my name, Panther ID number, phone number, email address, and checkout record, and will notify CATLAB of changes or updates to this information.
- I understand that my data will be erased upon equipment return.
- I agree to release, hold harmless and indemnify the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia and its officers, agents, servants, and employees, from all claims or liability for property damage, personal injury or death arising out of my use of, or my permission (express or implied) to use, the equipment.The undersigned acknowledges receiving the listed equipment in good condition and accepts full liability for damage or loss including concealed or unreported damage discovered after return.