ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of Library & Information Sciences)

WARNING

1. PLAGIARISM OR HIRING OF GHOST WRITER(S) FOR SOLVING THE ASSIGNMENT(S) WILL DEBAR THE STUDENT FROM AWARD OF DEGREE/CERTIFICATE, IF FOUND AT ANY STAGE.
2. SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENTS BORROWED OR STOLEN FROM OTHER(S) AS ONE’S OWN WILL BE PENALIZED AS DEFINED IN “AIOU PLAGIARISM POLICY”.

Course: Library Security and Safety (9220)

Level: BS-LIS Semester: Spring, 2025

Please read the following instructions for writing your assignments. (AD, BS, B. Ed, MA/MSc, MEd) (ODL Mode).

1. All questions are compulsory and carry equal marks but within a question the marks are distributed according to its requirements.

2. Read the question carefully and then answer it according to the requirements of the questions.

3. Avoid irrelevant discussion/information and reproducing from books, study guide or allied material.

4. Handwritten scanned assignments are not acceptable.

5. Upload your typed (in Word or PDF format) assignments on or before the due date.

6. Your own analysis and synthesis will be appreciated.

7. Late assignments can’t be uploaded at LMS.

8. The students who attempt their assignments in Urdu/Arabic may upload a scanned copy of their handwritten assignments (in PDF format) on University LMS. The size of the file should not exceed 5MB.

Note 1: Use your own words while working on your assignment. In case of quoting any fact or statement from any source, always remember to provide full reference of the source according to “APA 6^th ed available at:

https://ijolis.aiou.edu.pk/?page_id=251.

Note 2: Students at this level are expected to use multiple sources in solving this assignment. All questions carry equal marks.

Note 3: Study guide of this course and links to free resources to solve this assignment are available at LIS Department website:

https://lis.aiou.edu.pk/

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

Assignment No. 1

(Units 1-5)

Q.1 How can smart technologies, like IoT, help make building security systems better at detecting and responding to issues? (20)

Q.2 What are some ways libraries can create emergency plans that work well for people with disabilities? Discuss with details (20)

Q.3 What types of communication tools are essential for alerting staff and visitors in case of an emergency? (20)

Q.4 Is proper training provided for operating fire extinguishers, and is the appropriate type for different fires labelled? (20)

Q.5 How does transferring items within a library help protect them from physical damage and reduce the risk of theft, especially when special collections have strict rules for access and handling? (20)

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

Assignment No. 2

(Units 6–9)

Q.1 What key factors should be considered during surveys of library collections to ensure accurate assessments and preservation of materials? (20)

Q.2 How can libraries ensure that rare or fragile items are safely transported to an exhibition venue? (20)

Q.3 What are the various security options available for different levels of access and inventory control within a library's circulation system? (20)

Q.4 How can staff be trained to handle rare and fragile items during exhibitions to avoid accidental damage? (20)

Q.5 Is it necessary for library staff to receive basic training in emergency evacuation? Discuss the importance of such training and its benefits for ensuring the safety of both staff and patrons during emergencies. 10+10