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From providing adequate lighting in the car-park to knowing what action can be taken to keep books and materials from being stolen, librarians may need to practice defensive law, protect themselves against negligence and resolve disputes. This work covers the basics with examples and checklists.Librarians involved with the physical plant need to know how to practice defensive law, protect themselves against negligence, and resolve disputes. Using many practical examples, Library Facilities and the Law covers all the basics, including the historical and legal background of the law relating to the subject, safety and how to avoid being negligent, handling use of meeting rooms, maintenance agreements and contracts for repairs, opening and closing the library, security issues, restrooms, and the grounds. Model policies, checklists, and sample forms are included. |
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| Author(s) : | Format : Paperback Book |
| ISBN-10 : 1555701337 | ISBN-13 : 9781555701338 |
| RRP : £29.95 | Best available price : £ / $ |
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Series Title : Libraries & the Law Series
Country Publication : United States
Publication Date : 15/12/2006
Publisher : Neal-Schuman Publishers Inc
Page Length : 150mm
Page Size : 229mm