Exhibit Installation Phase

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The Exhibit Installation Phase

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• STANDARD 29: Object Installation Process

Installation of the exhibit must be well planned to ensure an orderly process that protects objects going onto exhibit during all stages of installation

• STANDARD 30: Collections Care During Installation

Collection Care practices must be followed during each phase of installation to ensure object preservation

• STANDARD 31: Monitoring The Exhibit Environment

The exhibit environment must be monitored during object installation, and once installation is complete, to ensure that environmental conditions fulfill the Conservation Requirements

• STANDARD 32: Exhibit Maintenance

Exhibit Maintenance must preserve a safe environment for exhibit objects and ensure that all conservation features continue to function as intended