Guideline 16.1

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Guideline 16.1: Museum policies and procedures promote object security

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What institutional practices promote security?

• Security staffing: The presence of a guard or other trained personnel is the best deterrent to theft and vandalism
• Controlled access to the exhibit space
• Inclusion of security training in the budget and scheduling
• A daily walk-through by trained staff to check building security as well as maintenance and pest problems
• A visitor sign-in book and identity badges
• Limited access to keys

When should extra personnel be hired to provide security?

• The security risk assessment may indicate that extra staffing is needed
• The Conservation Requirements may indicate that extra staffing is needed for a particular exhibit