"The phrase if you only buy one book on this subject, make sure it is this one is all too often over-used these days. However, in the case of Emergency Planning and Response for Libraries, Archives and Museums, this statement is entirely justified. This book is a true pearl. It is a Masterclass that is a standard text in waiting. The question is not whether or not to buy this book but rather how many copies to buy? Should it be one? Or should it be one for each Disaster Box?" - Meic Pierce Owen "This book is a must for anyone working in the heritage sector! Its a realistic and practical primer on all aspects of emergency planning. Emma Dadson is the perfect person to write it, because of her in-depth experience of helping all kinds of organisations in all kinds of emergency, from floods to power outages. There is plenty of useful advice on emergency roles, salvage procedures, service continuity, and forming effective relationships within the parent organisation. The books value is enhanced by candid case studies in which those involved share lessons learned." - Alison Cullingford "The phrase if you only buy one book on this subject, make sure it is this one is all too often over-used these days. However, in the case of Emergency Planning and Response for Libraries, Archives and Museums, this statement is entirely justified. This book is a true pearl. It is a Masterclass that is a standard text in waiting. The question is not whether or not to buy this book but rather how many copies to buy? Should it be one? Or should it be one for each Disaster Box?" -- Meic Pierce Owen "This book is a must for anyone working in the heritage sector! Its a realistic and practical primer on all aspects of emergency planning. Emma Dadson is the perfect person to write it, because of her in-depth experience of helping all kinds of organisations in all kinds of emergency, from floods to power outages. There is plenty of useful advice on emergency roles, salvage procedures, service continuity, and forming effective relationships within the parent organisation. The books value is enhanced by candid case studies in which those involved share lessons learned." -- Alison Cullingford "Emergencies happen regardless of whether we have a response plan. Everyone responsible for managing collections not only in libraries but also in museums, archives, universities, cultural institutions, businesses, government agencies and local councils will find this book an invaluable resource. Organisations with collections and resources at risk, from one-person libraries to huge institutions with multiple buildings, should keep a copy of Emergency Planning and Response for Libraries, Archives and Museums on the shelf beside their emergency plan, to consult when updating the plan or in case of an emergency." -- Australian Library Journal "a thorough overview of the steps of emergency response and the issues that need to be considered in planning for and responding to a disaster." -- Archival Issues
