DETERMINE POTENTIAL HAZARDS Before a reliable disaster plan can be written, it is important to understand the potential hazards to the collections and to undertake strong preventive and protective measures.  It is helpful in determining potential hazards in archives to bring in outside experts who understand the technicalities of buildings and their services.  At this […]

PLANNING A written plan is the single most important step in preparing for disasters.  First, such a written document acknowledges that disasters are possible, and that there is a commitment on the part of the organization to accept responsibility in a sensible and logical way.  Second, preparation and a written plan eliminate panic, assure proper […]