Visitors may be held responsible for the consequences if a computer virus is transmitted to an RKD system. An intruder shall be held responsible for any damage resulting from unauthorised entry into a computer system. Any person causing damage to the building or the contents, or to objects in the collections of the RKD, or to the computer system, shall be held responsible for the costs incurred, including administrative costs. Moreover, this may lead to a ban on future use of RKD facilities, either permanently or for a specific period of time. The RKD ensures that visitors' personal data is protected according to the relevant laws and administrative regulations.
Data relating to visits to the reading room is, however, coupled to names.
Compliance Persons employing the services of the RKD are required to comply with the rules and the organisational measures to ensure proper order and generally with the instructions of the RKD staff. A copy of the regulations is received when registering. Failure to comply with the regulations and directions may have consequences with regard to the availability of certain facilities or access to the RKD for a specific period or permanently. The director decides in all matters not covered by the regulations.