PREPARATION OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR LIBRARIES, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUMS

Abstract A systematically organized, formally written plan enables you to respond efficiently and quickly to an. emergency, minimizing danger to staff and damage to collections and the building. The proposed plan covers preventive measures as well as -recovery procedures. The plan describes the advantages of emergency preparedness and includes the stages involves in preparation a plan. It also identifies the natural and man made disasters and their possible risks. Vulnerabilities found within the collection and administrations are also explained. To prevent and mitigate the damages specific procedures of a plan are included. Priorities require in a rescue operation along with the staff awareness and training to implement the plan are salient points. While a plan provides basic instructions, it also allows for some on-the-spot creativity. Introduction Disaster plan is a document which describes the procedure devised to prevent and prepare for disaster. The responsibility fof performing these tasks is allocated to various staff members, who comprise the 'disaster team'