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- Title
Schimmel - eine Herausforderung. Praktisches Handbuch für Beschäftigte in schriftgutverwaltenden Institutionen.
- Authors
Aichinger, Alexander
- Abstract
The book "Mold - a challenge. Practical handbook for employees in document-managing institutions" provides an overview of the dangers of mold and shows the correct reaction in the event of a mold infestation. It recommends the installation of a mold officer and provides instructions for evacuating collections and self-protection. The book also explains how to recognize a mold infestation, what measures need to be taken, and how to protect oneself when dealing with moldy documents. Various investigation methods are presented to check for mold infestation. The book emphasizes the importance of climate and cleanliness in storage areas, as well as the condition of files and books for mold growth. The text deals with the distribution of dust and other pollutants in archival rooms, as well as preventive measures to control and avoid these pollutants. Various measures to control humidity and temperature in storage areas, as well as to prevent moisture and mold formation, are described. Proper hygiene, protective packaging, and treatment of contaminated archival material are also addressed. It is emphasized how important it is to conduct regular emergency drills and to observe occupational safety. The text provides recommendations for dealing with mold and the use of protective clothing and equipment.
- Subjects
HUMIDITY control; SCHIMMEL - eine Herausforderung. Praktisches Handbuch fur Beschaftigte in schriftgutverwaltenden Institutionen (Book); INDUSTRIAL safety; NITHACK, Friederike Johanna; ARCHIVES collection management; SAFETY appliances; RECORDS management; TEMPERATURE control; EMPLOYEE handbooks; NONFICTION; PROTECTIVE clothing; EMERGENCY drills
- Publication
Scrinium: Zeitschrift des Verbandes Österreichischer Archivarinnen und Archivare, 2023, Issue 77, p255
- ISSN
1012-0327
- Publication type
Book Review