The interview is necessary to ensure that our own library resources have been fully utilized, and to identify the most appropriate locations for the needed material. To avoid placing excessive burdens on cooperating institutions, all library users are expected to complete as much research as possible at their home libraries. Cards are issued for a limited time, depending on the nature of the research need. For staff, the length of time for which the card is issued depends on the need. Faculty are not granted special privileges at other institutions.
Some libraries restrict access to computer databases to their own users.