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Shelf maintenance is essential for ensuring that materials are easily accessible, well-organized, and properly preserved, which ultimately enhances the experience for our patrons and supports the library's overall effectiveness. Regular shelf reading is necessary to verify that books are in their correct order and location, to maintain an organized collection, and to address any shelving errors.
Shelf reading in a library is the process of checking the books on the shelves to make sure they are in the correct order. This helps keep the library organized, making it easier for people to find the books they need. |
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Start in one section and read along the shelves, from top left to bottom right, checking for the following:
Books should be arranged in a way that shelves are filled, but not overcrowded to the point that removing them causes damage. Bookends should always be used on shelves that aren't fully stocked. The shelves should be wide enough to prevent books from extending past the edges. In general, books should not be stacked in piles on the shelves.