The collection is evaluated on an ongoing basis, as required by operational needs. For major evaluations the method used is the Conspectus model being administered by the Australian Council on Library and Information Services, and the National Library of Australia. Preservation activity Preservation is largely by means of commercial binding or re-binding. Staff training in techniques for minimising collection wear and tear is offered. Mending materials and adhesives are chosen where possible on the basis of their stability and capacity not to exacerbate deterioration.
Every attempt is made to keep building climate control to optimum levels for materials and users.
A disaster plan is to be developed. Weeding Present weeding policies are based largely on the collection evaluation process. A weeding or deselection policy is being developed. Material weeded may be disposed of to other Australian libraries or to developing countries through aid agencies. Other options include charities which sell books and periodicals.