1. If I Only Knew Then….
- Author
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Young Jr., Terrence E.
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CRISIS management , *PROBLEM solving , *DISASTER relief , *EMERGENCY management , *CREDIT cards , *LIBRARY personnel , *LIBRARIES , *INSTRUCTIONAL materials centers , *DOCUMENTATION - Abstract
The article provides information on the factors to consider in making an action plan for disasters. It is advisable to keep items in a resealable bags and to place a duck tape around it so that the items will remain safe and dry. Securing essential documents like insurance papers, checkbooks and credit cards is advisable. It is recommended to have enough cash for a couple of weeks because automated teller machines may not have power. For library media specialists, it is advisable to check with one's administration to see the coverage of the disaster plan and to examine specific instructions on dealing with library media center materials.
- Published
- 2006