Checklists of hazards and safety features
Note that the more the audit answers register as “no " the more serious the potential problems. Please feel free to print this checklist, complete it, and save it for your records. Completing the form on-line will not save your answers, though you are welcome to do so and then print the completed copy.
| Fire Hazard | |
|---|---|
| Feature | Yes No |
| Are there sprinklers in the building? | |
| Are there smoke/heat alarms? | |
| Are there fire extinguishers? | |
| Are rare materials in fire-proof housing? | |
| Is the electrical wiring sound? | |
| Are materials stored away from a heating source? | |
| Is the library in a safe location? | |
| Are materials stored away from rubbish and combustible materials? | |
| Are there surrogates, duplicates, or back-ups for the materials? | |
| If so, are they stored remotely? | |
| Water Hazard | |
| Feature | Yes No |
| Are books stored below ground level? | |
| If yes, are there water alarms? | |
| If below ground, are books shelved at a safe height? | |
| Is storage immediately below the roof? | |
| Is storage away from possible leak sources? | |
| Is ceiling free from old water stains? | |
| Are the walls free of mold or black mildew signs? | |
| Climate Control | |
| Feature | Yes No |
| Is the library free of condensation problems? | |
| Do doors and windows fit properly? | |
| Is there good air circulation? | |
| Are the storage areas away from mechanical systems? | |