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A guide for training new staff and Student Aides in the Law Library, and a refresher for old!

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Closing the Library

Preparing for Closure:

As the Law Library clears, tidy all chairs and ensure desk lamps are switched off (at the lamp itself, not the plug).

30 minutes before Closing:

  • Warn any readers that the Library will be closing in 30 minutes.

15 minutes before Closing:

  • Close and lock any open windows.
  • Close blinds in Office.
  • Log off Alma, delete anything in the Help desk PC downloads folder.
  • Close down and switch off the Help Desk PC.
  • Ensure all plugs in Office are switched off, except for those marked.
  • Lower the security shutter using the key provided (this is located on the hook to the left of the Help Desk window).
  • Lock the Library Office door.
  • Ask readers to start packing up/get ready to leave, as library will lock down in 10/15 minutes.

Closing up:

  • Prepare for closure (see above).
  • Ensure everyone is out of the library.
    • If people do not leave when it's time to close, please contact the Coordinator at the Philip Robinson Library.
  • Switch off all lights (both local switches and lastly the ones on the main panel - see Law Library Lights).
  • Security will come across to ensure the Law School's ground floor is clear. They will then will set the building alarm and lock the building.
  • Return the key to the Welcome Desk at the Philip Robinson Library.