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Peer reviewedStrong, Gary E. – Special Libraries, 1987
Examples of problems encountered in a new library building--including rats and humidity--and a description of the library's collections provide a framework for this presentation of the California State Library's emergency management planning. Current preservation efforts are documented and the library's disaster and security plans are described.…
Descriptors: Emergency Programs, Fire Protection, Library Administration, Library Materials
Dureau, J. M.; Clements, D. W. G. – 1986
This statement of principles embodies a general approach to the nature and objectives of preservation and conservation work relating to library materials. It does not aim to provide a comprehensive list of detailed methods and practices, but is intended to establish a responsible attitude toward preservation and conservation by librarians. The…
Descriptors: Cleaning, Emergency Programs, International Programs, Library Facilities
Wood Lee, Mary – 1988
This study focuses on the prevention and basic treatment of recurring mold growth in tropical climates where library-wide environmental control is not always possible. The introduction discusses major climatic groups; the effects of climate on specific materials found in library resources; and the range of options for modifying the environment.…
Descriptors: Climate, Climate Control, Emergency Programs, Environmental Influences
Association of Research Libraries, Washington, DC. Office of Management Studies. – 1980
Findings from a March 1980 Systems and Procedures Exchange Center (SPEC) survey on preservation indicated that more than one-fourth of the members of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) had written disaster plans, and many other plans were in preparation. This SPEC kit on preparing for emergencies and disasters comprises excerpts from…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Case Studies, Emergency Programs, Higher Education
Kahn, Miriam B. – 1998
Providing a customized disaster response plan to assist libraries in quick recovery, this resource also outlines step to minimize damage and protect materials before trouble strikes. The first section of the book, "Response," contains information how to handle small jobs in-house and suggestions for working with contractors--with an…
Descriptors: Emergency Programs, Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Equipment
Ojo-Igbinoba, M. E. – 1993
This document is concerned with the practice of conservation of library materials in African university libraries south of the Sahara and north of the Limpopo. Data were collected using a questionnaire mailed to 42 university libraries in Sub-Saharan Africa. Responses were received from 27 libraries for a 64% response rate. Data analysis was…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cleaning, Emergency Programs, Fire Protection
