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| Format: | Recurso educativo Open Access |
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| Language: | en |
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1994
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| Online Access: | https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED406978 |
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- Be Prepared: Security and Your Library. [Videotape.] Crime Prevention Law Enforcement Library Administration Library Materials Library Personnel Library Policy Problems Safety Security Personnel Stealing Users (Information) Vandalism This videotape is designed to help library staff develop and implement a security program in the library, using library personnel or outside security personnel. Eight sections cover: (1) how to design an effective security policy; (2) how to approach disruptive patrons; (3) personal safety--with disruptive patrons, during a robbery, and when entering or leaving a building; (4) management support; (5) law enforcement cooperation; (6) isolated libraries; (7) inventory control; and (8) internal theft. The videotape advises that libraries: write a clear, consistent security policy for staff; inform patrons of the library security policies; train all staff in security procedures; cooperate and form partnerships with local law enforcement; and use consistency, courtesy and common sense in working with patrons and staff. Includes a reproducible handout for staff with techniques for approaching patrons, what to do if they do not cooperate, and what to do if they set off a security alarm. (SWC)