Ergonomic issues related to repetitive tasks and movement of materials should be taken into consideration. Adjustable height work surfaces and seating are needed throughout the workroom. Acoustical buffering is required in the workroom because of the multiplicity of activities and number of people potentially using the space concurrently. There should be operable, screened windows in the staff areas. This area needs an adjustable height counter housing computers for checking in the materials and shelves within easy reach upon which to place the checked in materials by category.
Space needs to be adequate to allow the movement of return book bins, delivery bins and book trucks.
Each shelving section can accommodate 7 shelves. The use of cutting edge technology is important in this area. If bins are used, the weight and size of the receiving bins, their ease of rolling, the mechanism to raise the books as the bins are unloaded, are all-important. Rolling file cabinets, shelving and space for a book truck should be included. The CLA's workstation needs as much privacy as possible since the duties include consulting with individual staff members.