Never erase the label on a diskette. The pressure and the erasure remains may cause damage. As an example, a closed, hot, stationary vehicle in the sunlight may cause damage. Never place a magnet of any kind onto the envelop surface of a diskette. Maintain a schedule for checking, cleaning, or replacing air filters.
Dirt causes media damage.
Store diskettes in a vertical position in an appropriate storage container, preferably near the computer or word processor with which the diskettes are used. Do not place electronic recording media near a telephone where the telephone's magnetic pulses could cause damage to the media. Other Chapters of this Manual provide general guidance on records creation, maintenance and disposal. Principles outlined in this Manual apply to all records, including those created electronically. The EPA Security Manual provide guidance on protecting information.