Guidance on risk management for collections
The NetherlandsLead
Main hazard(s)
Disaster Risk Management phase(s)
Type(s) of measure(s)
Background
This guidance document, published in 2017 by the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands within the Shared Cultural Heritage Programme, aims to support collection managers, curators and conservators by offering methods, knowledge and tools to make suitable choices, set priorities and implement the appropriate measures to reduce loss of value of moveable heritage.
It offers detailed information on the main risks affecting museum collections, such as water, pests and plants, thieves and vandals, fire, light, contaminants and extreme temperature. It provides suggestions for management measures following the risk management process.
Sources
The publication can be accessed and downloaded here: https://www.academia.edu/35377331/Risk_management_for_collections
Learn more on the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands here: https://english.cultureelerfgoed.nl/
