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Author | : Miriam B. Kahn |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 145 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 0838909493 |
Security planning, part of disaster response and continuous operations planning, is the key to proactively addressing potential safety issues.
Author | : Miriam B. Kahn |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 158 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Electronic books |
ISBN | : 9780838994191 |
Provides the tools librarians need to prepare for disasters that can ruin their holdings of books, journals, audio and videotapes, and CDs, describing the steps to planning for and implementing a workable disaster response plan.
Author | : Miriam B. Kahn |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 172 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 9780838908372 |
Offers instructions on writing and implementing disaster plans for libraries.
Author | : Steve Albrecht |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 231 |
Release | : 2015-05-27 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 083891330X |
Library work is really all about people. And the inclusive, welcoming nature of the library means that all kinds of people pass through its doors. Not all difficult patrons are dangerous, but some frighten staff and other library users, which can lead to situations that are distracting, troubling, and fraught with liability. For more than a decade, Albrecht, a 15-year police veteran, has presented workshops for libraries on dealing with challenging patrons. His no-nonsense advice will empower library staff in their personal security and give them the tools to confidently communicate with their colleagues, patrons, and members of law enforcement regarding inappropriate behavior. In this book he addresses security issues important to all libraries, including Specific guidance for common situations, such as unruly teens, unwanted sexual advances, chronically homeless substance abusers, and moreThe elements of an effective Code of Conduct and how to enforce itTips on how to manage internet usage to minimize potential problemsHow to align with patrons and use language that defuses the conflictForming partnerships with service organizations, homeless shelters, mental health advocacy groups, and other community resourcesHow to know when it’s time to call the police, plus ideas for increasing law enforcement supportWays to make the library more secure through changes to facilitiesThrough the methods outlined in this book, Albrecht demonstrates that effective communication not only makes library users feel more comfortable but also increases staff morale, ensuring the library is place where everyone feels welcome.
Author | : Deborah D. Halsted |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 187 |
Release | : 2014-08-05 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 1555709737 |
Libraries have always played a special role in times of disaster by continuing to provide crucial information and services.
Author | : Miriam B. Kahn |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 124 |
Release | : 2004-02-09 |
Genre | : Computers |
ISBN | : 9780838908730 |
This is the authoritative e-preservation resource for reference librarians, preservationists, archivists, and records managers who create and maintain electronic resources.
Author | : Jeannette Woodward |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 228 |
Release | : 2000-08 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 9780838907672 |
Provides advice to librarians overseeing building projects, including guidelines on communicating with architects and contractors, keeping within time and budget constraints, and meeting standards and ADA requirements.
Author | : Bruce A. Shuman |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 1999 |
Genre | : Libraries |
ISBN | : 9780838907146 |
Libraries have long been viewed as safe refuge from the stresses of work, school, even home. But as times have changed, so have the realities of library security.
Author | : Bryce Nelson |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 2014-06-13 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 0838912362 |
The daily administration of an academic library often leaves you needing quick advice on the topic at hand. Nelson, an experienced administrator writing from first-hand knowledge, delivers such advice in 30 topical chapters.
Author | : Don Philpott |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 465 |
Release | : 2016-03-15 |
Genre | : Self-Help |
ISBN | : 1598887920 |
Emergency Preparedness: A Safety Planning Guide for People, Property, and Business Continuity provides step-by-step instructions for developing prevention and response plans for all types of emergencies and disasters. It helps the reader to create an organization-wide emergency management plan that ensures that all procedures are in place and all equipment and personnel needs are addressed so that your company can respond to an emergency situation quickly and instinctively. You will feel confident that your employees are trained and prepared to put your company's plan into action and protect all workers, property, and the life of the company in the face of any natural or non-natural event.