Risk and Insurance Management Manual for Libraries
Contents: Preface. Introduction. 1. A risk management philosophy for libraries. 2. Risk identification. 3. Risk quantification and evaluation. 4. Loss prevention. 5. Risk financing. 6. Risk financing--insurance. 7. New construction. 8. Claims. Bibliography. Appendices. Index.
This practical and informative resource guides librarians, directors, trustees, facility managers, and business officers to select the best path to protect the library\'s assets. Users will gain an essential understanding of the importance of risk management in preventing loss due from actions ranging from natural disasters to vandalism and terrorism. The manual contains sample policies and checklists that can be used to craft the best protection for all types of libraries. (jacket)
This practical and informative resource guides librarians, directors, trustees, facility managers, and business officers to select the best path to protect the library\'s assets. Users will gain an essential understanding of the importance of risk management in preventing loss due from actions ranging from natural disasters to vandalism and terrorism. The manual contains sample policies and checklists that can be used to craft the best protection for all types of libraries. (jacket)
