Library Disaster Preparedness Guide: Useful Resources

These narrative situations complement the potential level of emergency chart as tool for validating a collections
emergency response plan against the many combinations of factors an emergency event might include. Because fullscale
emergency response rehearsals are impractical for most institutions, these realistic scenarios are intended to be
the basis for “table top” or “talk through” exercises to cross-check assumptions and response strategies.

The attached chart makes choosing the right humidifier for your situation easy.

Use this printable form to keep track of your emergency supplies.

This document details how to use a portable fire extinguisher. This is good information to have readily available.

Use this checklist to asses how protected your space is against fire emergencies.

This document is a good example of a color-coded floor plan with well-marked exits.

This phone tree is printable and easy to fill in manually.

This PDF offers guidance on how to salvage photographs.

Learn about different salvage methods for wet books and records.

Learn tips on salvaging moldy records.