Workshop on salvaging collections

Workshop

"Salvage of Museum, Library and Archive Collections"
The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Monday 23 May 2016

Cost: UKP100

University of Cambridge Museums is offering a one-day, hands-on
workshop covering procedures in salvaging museum, library and
archive collections, from incident first response to complete
recovery.  It will cover topics such as preparing the salvage
operation, planning the salvage strategy, setting up a triage point,
moving damaged items and their treatment.  The course will discuss
risks of re-entry into damaged collection areas and health and
safety aspects of salvage operations.  The course will cover salvage
and treatment of a wide range of materials.  This practical course
will be suitable for all who may potentially be involved in
salvaging museum, library and archive collections.

The number of places is limited, and booking is essential.  The
deadline for booking is Monday 16 May, 2016.  For booking please
contact Joy Martin <jlm53<-at->cam<.>ac<.>uk>.


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