Collecting institutions have a responsibility to preserve their collections for future generations, yet an unanticipated emergency can put both collections and people at risk. Planning for the unexpected, from large scale emergencies to damage from leaks, pest infestations, mold, theft or fire, allows institutions to identify risks and mitigate damage to collections.
Sessions Include:
- Before Disaster Strikes: Assessing Vulnerability
- Crisis Communication
- Staff Training and Exercising the Plan
- Disaster Scenario Exercise
- Practical Decision-Making
This program is intended for staff charged with collections care, including librarians, archivists, curators, collections managers, conservators, stewards of historic house museums, and for staff responsible for the safety of collections, such as site and facility managers, and security and safety personnel.
Location: Charlottesville, VA
To learn about the program and to register, please click here.