[Michlib-l] Library of Things agreement form - required legally?

[Alicia Ford]

Hi all,

 

We're a little late to the party with adding a Library of Things at our
library (although we've had hotspots and items like STEM kits for check out
for quite some time) and I've seen many discussions on here about best
practices.  I wondered if someone could share if a specialized LoT agreement
form is something libraries legally are required to have patrons sign to
check out some of these items (e.g., a telescope)?  Or if a public library's
regular policies and procedures for patrons being responsible for any lost
or damaged items can also cover the LoT items.  We're wanting to keep things
simple, and not  create extra forms and a process that would put any
barriers in the way of those wanting to check the items out.but also make
sure we're complying with standard practices and legalities.

Thank you so much for any information and advice.  I can be emailed off-list
as well at alicia at colomapubliclibrary.net.

 

Alicia Ford
Assistant Director
Coloma Public Library

151 W. Center St.

P.O. Box 430
Coloma, MI  49038
(269) 468-3431

 

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