Stacks+Maintenance

“Stacks”

When referring to “stacks” it concerns the process of shelving and re-shelving books as well as reading call numbers to insure accuracy for the placement of our books according to the Library of Congress shelving system.

The Process:


 * 1) Begin by recording from the computer where to start on reading the call numbers (wherever the last person stopped)
 * 2) Next start shelving the books on the carts in the circulation desk area according to which floor they belong (Second or third).
 * 3) Then begin to read call numbers where you had previously recorded to start.
 * 4) Once your time is up (stop 5 to 10 minuets before your shift ends) go downstairs to record where you stopped into the computer for the next person.

Things to consider when doing stacks:


 * Try to touch the books as you go along (some are hiding!)
 * Record the books that are out of place
 * Do not stop reading numbers in the middle of a row
 * Take a break when you begin to lose focus
 * If you have questions ask!
 * If you are going to be lazy just don’t do it—leave it for someone else
 * Don’t expect to see the right call number because you might imagine it (your mind might make you see what you want to see)
 * Be efficient but more importantly be careful!

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18.6667px;">Goodluck! And remember to ask questions!

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18.6667px;">Lee-Lee Reichhold-Caruso <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 18.6667px;">Student Stacks Shift Supervisor, 9/15/12