Guidance
Shipping Lists
Reviewing shipping lists is the first step in processing a depository shipment. Shipping lists record information related to the contents of a shipment box or package.
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Guidance
Security of Library Users and Collections
Federal depository libraries need to balance the security of library collections, staff, patrons,and computer networks with the FDLP's public access requirements.
Access & Security
Security Measures
Limited Access
Privacy Laws
Computer Security
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Guidance
Recall of Depository Material
When GPO issues a recall, libraries are legally required to withdraw, return, or destroy FDLP materials as instructed by GPO.
Document Removal
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Guidance
Public Access Assessments (PAA)
The Public Access Assessment (PAA) is a consultative review of individual depository compliance with requirements and regulations. The PAA also focuses on information sharing to enhance access to and services for depository resources.
Recordkeeping
Responding to GPO
Biennial Survey
Public Access Assessments
Coordinator
Director Agreement
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Guidance
Processing Depository Shipments
Proper processing of depository shipments is essential to the management of a depository collection.
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Guidance
Physical Facilities and Collection Maintenance
The housing and maintenance of depository materials can greatly affect free public access. Each format has specific needs
Housing Materials
Preservation & Protection
ADA Access
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Guidance
Leaving the FDLP
A depository library has the right to voluntarily relinquish its depository status.
Selectives' Status Changes
Regional Status Reconsideration
Relinquishing Status
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Guidance
Item Number System
Selective depository libraries in the FDLP can choose from thousands of item numbers that are assigned to U.S. Government publications by agency. The selection profile is the list of all item numbers selected by an individual library.
Format Selections
Required Item Numbers
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Guidance
Free, Public Access
In a letter sent to all Depository Coordinators, Superintendent of Documents Laurie Hall addressed questions concerning access to Government resources as libraries reopen. Recognizing that local jurisdictions and parent institutions may have specific guidance to which depository libraries must adhere, for the health and safety of library staff and for those they serve, flexibility is needed during this most challenging time. For details, read the letter from Superintendent of Docume...
Guidance
Federal Depository Library Directory and Library Addresses
The Federal Depository Library Directory provides searchable street address, contact, and other information useful to locate depositories. Shipping addresses for depository libraries are maintained in DSIMS.
Coordinator Responsibility
FDL Directory
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