Handling, Transport, Moves

Since handling, transport, and moves of library collections require collaboration with many different groups at Harvard. While we have the following subsites that address these topics, there are additional resources through groups such as HUMS, HD, and Access Services.

• Careful handling (aka care and handling) for special and general collections for staff and researchers
  • Handling guidelines for special collections presentation (PDF download)
  • Handling guidelines for archive materials and rare books
• Packing bins to transport library books
• Transport of oversized collections
• Preservation guidelines for library collection moves
• Packing and transport for outgoing loans
• Mitigating construction risks during renovation