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INFS 423 Preservation of Information Resources Lecture 10 Deterioration Caused by Disasters Lecturer: Prof. Harry Akussah & Mr. Michael Allotey , Contact Information: mallotey@ug.edu.gh, hakussah@ug.edu.gh College of Education School
College of Education School of Information and Communication Studies Department of Information Studies
2018/2019
Lecturer: Prof. Harry Akussah & Mr. Michael Allotey, Contact Information: mallotey@ug.edu.gh, hakussah@ug.edu.gh
In this lecture, I will introduce you to disasters, bringing out those that
The lecture also provides you with knowledge about disasters that are universal and can occur anywhere in the world and those that are confined to specific geographical regions. We will also discuss information disasters, for example: flood and fire. We will look at what their causes are and the adverse consequence they come with.
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Information Studies, Legon, NAB Superior Services.
for libraries, archives and museums. London: Facet Pub.
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Topic One
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sudden, coming with significant destruction, adverse consequences and suffering.
consequence of inappropriately managed risks or hazards.
vulnerability may not result in a disaster, as is the case in uninhabited regions.
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Topic two
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made or artificial disasters. That is, they are human caused disasters either through their willful or unintended activities.
include overexploitation of vegetation which exposes land to fire.
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categorized as technological or sociological.
technology, such as engineering failures, transport disasters, or environmental disasters.
such as criminal acts, stampedes, riots, and war.
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Disasters can be categorized into two depending on where they are likely to occur: i.e.
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Thus, they are universal and their causes are common and can happen at any time.
flooding due to man’s negligence. Most universal disasters are man-made which are as a result of willful attitude or negligence.
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geographical region specific. They are confined to specific geographical areas.
peculiar disasters are tectonic activities, climatic factors, topography, etc. Examples of peculiar disasters include earthquakes, landslides, floods, fire, snow cover, terrorism and volcanoes.
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Topic Three
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to libraries and archives because most information resources are highly combustible. For instance, paper burns quickly.
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such as hot plates.
conditioners.
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Apart from total loss, fire can cause the following damages:
materials.
documentary materials – ironically the best way to reduce damage from fire is to put it out using water. Consequently, water damage is caused.
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The following steps can be taken to reduce the threat
checked frequently.
chemicals, paints and solvents should be removed from storage areas.
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book stacks and restricted only to designated safe areas.
conditions.
minimize the hazard if they ignite and portable extinguisher should be located nearby.
combustible materials. For instance, the use of metal shelves and doors instead of wooden materials.
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serve as a barrier between the fire and documents.
it is imperative that these exit points are clearly marked and not impeded by security measures.
blankets, heat and smoke detectors and automatic fire suppressors should be used.
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area that it is not expected to be, causing destruction to life and properties.
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ripping off roofs .
sewage lines, overflowing river banks, hosing, etc.
instance, pipe lines can get broken during earthquakes.
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Water – 100% relative humidity! – is most damaging to documentary
brings more water thereby causing greater damage to documentary materials.
stuck to each other.
difficult to use.
infestation can easily set in.
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It is possible to take steps to protect documents from water damage or reduce its effects by taking the following measures:
logged areas and areas liable to flooding should be avoided.
the roof, weak pipes, or any other signs of potential or actual water damage must be detected and repaired as soon as possible.
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equipment should be monitored. These can generate water vapour and, if they break down, can leak and cause damage.
must always flow away from the institution.
flooding.
and 12” above the ground level.
must be turned off by the close of the day.
special sensitive devices that react in the presence of water.
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Congratulations! You completed lecture 10. You must be conversant with:
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