The Association of Registrars and Collections Specialists (ARCS) compiled and published high quality educational resources relating to emergency planning and response. PDF files of the publications are available from the ARCS website, and some relevant documents are also embedded below. risk_assessment_process_manualDownload emergency_prep_during_construction_-_dana_murrayDownload emergency_supply_program_development_manualDownload arcsemergency_response_procedure__collections_theft_and_vandalismDownload
“Hurricane Preparedness Week” in Massachusetts, July 10-16
The Mass Emergency Management (MEMA) recently shared a press release amplifying Governor Baker Proclaims July 10-16 as “Hurricane Preparedness Week” | Mass.gov. A partial transcription of the Proclamation is copied here and provides persuasive and practical advice for increasing your personal preparedness: Whereas, Many destructive and deadly tropical storms and hurricanes have caused damage in … Continue reading “Hurricane Preparedness Week” in Massachusetts, July 10-16
Webinar, Aug 18: Preparing for Extreme Weather: Fire and Hurricane
The "Connecting to Collections Care" team from FAIC (Foundation for Advancement in Conservation) is hosting a webinar highlighting emergency preparedness in cultural institutions. The session is focused on two specific, potentially catastrophic threats: wildfires and hurricanes. The webinar is scheduled for Thursday, August 18, 1p-2:30p. Free, but registration is required: Preparing for Extreme Weather: Fire … Continue reading Webinar, Aug 18: Preparing for Extreme Weather: Fire and Hurricane