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Enemies of Paper - External Threats

The most dramatic damage to your paper records can occur simply as a result of poor storage conditions.

Poor storage conditions

Always consider the following:


Or your documents could suffer:

Try to control the heat and humidity. Optimum conditions are 20°C± 1°C and 50%± 5% relative humidity.

Make sure shelving units and cabinets are appropriate to the types of records being stored. Wrapping and boxing will offer effective protection from environmental threats. There is a good range of quality archival products on the market.

Disasters Do Happen

Fires - floods - vermin - pest infestations

There are several strategies which should always be adopted to minimise the impact of disasters, including:

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Last Updated: Tuesday, 13 May 2008