care and handling of library materials training for library staff prepared by preservation and...
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CARE AND HANDLING OF LIBRARY MATERIALS
Training for library staff
Prepared by Preservation and Imaging Department of the Harvard College Library
Weissman Preservation Center of the Harvard University Library2007
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Staff Responsibilities
• Handle library materials gently.
• Set a good example for all library users.
• Notice the condition of materials and report damage to an appropriate staff member.
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Always handle library materials with clean, dry hands.
Workspace
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Keep work surfaces cleanand uncluttered.
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Do not eat in work areas. This will attract vermin and insects.
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Avoid tall piles of booksthat can topple over.
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Use flat cotton tape tosecure damaged books.
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Do not use post-it notes,
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paperclips,Processing
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pressure sensitive tape,Processing
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or rubber bands in conjunction with library
materials.
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Please do not use double-sided security strips, as they will cause
pages to stick together.
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If necessary, you may place a single-sided security strip deep into the gutter of the text block.
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Support book spines and covers when holding books open.
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or stamping.Processing
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Use bookmarks that are thin, clean, non-acidic, and will not damage or distort bindings.
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Avoid exposing library materials to harmful environments.
High light levels can cause book covers to fade.
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Avoid exposing library materials to harmful environments.
Water can cause deformation, cockling, and staining.
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Use Rainy Day Bagson Rainy Days.
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Thank you for taking care of
Harvard’s collections.