When Loyola University Chicago opens the new Center for Translational Research and Education in Maywood, Ill., in the coming month, every square foot will already be entered into the CommandScope all-digital pre-plan program for first responders. Loyola’s expanded use of CommandScope underscores its commitment creating a safe environment by providing critical campus and building information to first responders in cases of emergency such as fire, active shooters, terrorism and hazmat.

The center joins the other 13 Health System campus buildings as 21st century facilities using the pre-plan program. Loyola previously entered the 81 buildings across Loyola’s two main campuses into the program. As announced by Loyola in 2013, the new research center will house 72 principal investigators, 40 lead scientists, and a shared services staff in a state-of-the-art facility.

“With this latest expansion we bring every researcher and support staff the peace of mind that if an emergency does occur, first responders can perform with knowledge,” said RealView CEO Stephen Nardi. “We designed CommandScope with the mindset that this is an advantage first responders need and deserve.  We are excited to see this technology further embraced by Loyola and expect it to become a staple on other university and hospital campuses, as well.”

Loyola trusts CommandScope’s ability to provide campus and city first responders instant en route and on-site access to site plans, floor plans, hazardous material details, utility shut-off locations, campus maps, fire hydrants locations, and other critical building information. 

CommandScope technology is simple and easy to use.  It also is shareable, so even first responders unfamiliar with an emergency site will have working knowledge of the building, its occupants and its hazards.