V1: 4/23/2024 and V2 rev 8/9/2022
Fire regulations
- No gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel or other flammable liquids may be stored inside the building.
- No refueling activity of any kind is permitted within the I-X Center or on I-X Center property.
- Vehicles with gasoline engines may be displayed with a maximum of two (2) gallons of gas remaining in the tank.
- A locking gas cap must be installed, or the tank must be adequately sealed by tape or in some other appropriate manner.
- All battery cables must be disconnected and taped to avoid potential sparks.
- A City of Cleveland Fire Prevention Compliance Card must be displayed on each vehicle and approved by the City of Cleveland Fire Prevention Bureau. Unauthorized vehicles will be removed at the owner's expense.
- All gasoline engines must be AGA approved.
- The use of welding equipment, open flames or smoke emitting material as part of an exhibit must be specifically approved on an individual basis by the City of Cleveland Fire Prevention Bureau. Written specifications must be submitted to the I-X Center to request approval.
- All materials used in exhibits must be flame retardant. All such material is subject to inspection and flame testing. A certificate of compliance should be readily available.
- Crates, wooden boxes, packing material and the like may not be stored in exhibition areas, meeting rooms or exit areas. Under no circumstances will crate or equipment storage be permitted to obstruct emergency exits from any area of the building. This rule is strictly enforced.
- Firefighting and emergency equipment may not be hidden or obstructed, including fire extinguishers, fire hose cabinets, fire alarm pull stations and standpipes.
- All emergency exits, exit doors, hallways and aisles leading from the building are to be kept clear and unobstructed.
- Clear access must be maintained to all restaurants, cafeterias, lounges, permanent food service facilities and utility panels.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted inside the I-X Center or within 30 feet of a building entrance or walkway, per the Ohio Revised Code.
Restrictions
- Motorized vehicles, forklifts, gas carts and the like may not be operated anywhere in the exhibit halls during event open hours and may not be operated in any carpeted area at any time.
- I-X Center permanent graphics, signs or displays may not be visibly blocked. All signs and banners must be hung within the event area.
- No soliciting is permitted in the I-X Center or on I-X Center property.
- Exhibit space may not be made available to instant bingo vendors where cash is the winning prize.
Indemnification
The Participant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Global Spectrum, L.P., dba Spectra, I-X Center and Convention IX Center, LLC, the show manager, sponsor, any other officer, director or shareholder of any of the foregoing, the owner of the building at which the show is produced, and the show producer (collectively the "I-X Parties"), against all claims, losses, liability, damages (including legal fees and expenses), costs and charges of every kind resulting from (i) its occupancy of the exhibit space and its environs, (ii) the use of equipment or devices furnished to or used by the Participant or other persons in connection with the Show, and (iii) personal injuries, death, property damage or any other damage sustained by the Participant, I-X, the facility, Show sponsors or a visitor to the Show and their respective directors, officers, agents, representatives and employees, or those for whom the Participant is responsible in law.
Liability and insurance
The Participant is responsible and liable for any loss or damage to all or any part of the Participant's personal property, which specifically includes, but is not limited to, the Participant's vehicle, trailer, display, material and parts, and the Participant waives any and all rights it may have against the I-X Parties for such loss or damage. At the request of the I-X Parties, the Participant shall provide a copy of its insurance policy.
The Participant is responsible for insuring its own exhibit, personnel, display and materials against damage or loss through theft, fire, accident or other cause, and accepts all risks associated with the use of the exhibit space and its environs. The Participant shall not make any claim or demand or take any legal action against the I-X Parties for any loss, damage or injury, howsoever caused, to the Participant, its officers, directors, agents, representatives and employees, or their respective property. Neither the I-X Parties nor the facility assumes liability for loss or damage, through any cause, of equipment, products, goods, exhibits or other materials owned, rented or leased by the Participant.
Building policies
Parking
- A fee is charged on all event days.
- All unauthorized vehicles will be removed at the owner's expense.
- Employee parking areas are for the exclusive use of vehicles identified with a permanent I-X Center parking decal.
- Parking is not permitted within 20 feet of fences, in fire lanes, service streets, vacant exhibit halls, loading dock areas or any other location posted "no parking".
- Participant parking is available in designated areas. Permits are available from the I-X Service Center.
- Accessible parking areas are clearly designated around the facility and are to be used only as specified by state, local and federal law.
Decorating
- Special decorations, signs and banners, light and sound equipment and the like may only be hung and removed from ceilings or walls by I-X Center personnel after the Producer has presented a comprehensive floor plan detailing size, weight, location and height (20 feet standard).
- Decorations or signs may not be taped, nailed, tacked or otherwise fastened to ceilings, walls, painted surfaces, columns or decorative fabric.
- All signs must be created in a professional manner.
- All outside signs and their locations must be approved in writing by I-X Center Management.
- Helium balloons, glitter, decals and stickers may not be distributed. Mylar balloons are not permitted under any circumstances.
General
- Food or beverages may not be brought into the building.
- The passenger elevator and escalator are for use only in conjunction with rental of meeting rooms and the Concourse Exhibit Hall, and may not be blocked or used to transport equipment or freight that is not carried by hand.
- Animals are not permitted in the building unless they are part of an exhibit pre-approved in writing by I-X Center Management.
- I-X Center employees are prohibited from accepting gifts, gratuities or other favors from parties doing business with the I-X Center.