Disaster Planning and Preservation Workshop

Last summer a Disaster Planning and Preservation workshop for libraries and archives was held at two different sites in Idaho. The Idaho Commission for Libraries is once again collaborating with the Western States Preservation Assistance Service (WESTPAS) to offer this workshop at one site in Idaho. Attached is the workshop flyer which provides the details regarding dates and location.

As a result of this workshop, participants will prepare a disaster plan for their library, as well as gain a wealth of information regarding resources for when a disaster strikes and preservation techniques for various library materials.

Last year’s participants indicated on their post evaluations that they found this session valuable, gaining insight into
1. How to immediately respond to protect people, buildings, and collections.
2. How to implement the disaster plan.
3. How to assess damage to collections
4. How to establish and maintain communication channels during an emergency
5. How to assess a library’s vulnerability for collection loss or damage
6. How to train staff in emergency response procedures and collections.

Please check out the flyer and register today at http://tinyurl.com/bkfc44
It is a two-part training, with workshop sessions on August 5, 2009 and September 18, 2009. Both sessions will be held at the Idaho Commission for Libraries in Boise. While the workshop is free, participants will be responsible for their own travel and lodging.

Questions can be directed to Shirley Biladeau – shirley.biladeau@libraries.idaho.gov or call 208-639-4149.