Policies/ Rules
Code of Ethics
To provide the highest level of service to all library users through appropriate and usefully organized resources, equitable service policies, equitable access, and accurate, unbiased, and courteous responses to all requests.
To protect each library user`s right to privacy and confidentiality with respect to information sought or received and resources consulted, borrowed, acquired or transmitted.
To respect intellectual property rights and advocate a balance between the interests of information users and rights holders.
To treat co-workers and other colleagues with respect, fairness, and good faith, and advocate conditions of employment that safeguard the rights and welfare of all employees of our institutions.
To distinguish between personal convictions and professional duties and not allow our personal beliefs to interfere with fair representation of the aims of our institutions or the provision of access to their information resources.
To strive for excellence in the profession by maintaining and enhancing our own knowledge and skills, by encouraging the professional development of co-workers, and by fostering the aspirations of potential members of the profession.
User Behaviour Policies
The library policy aims to allow all users to maximize the use of its resources. It describes what Aror University expects from users in dealings with the library. Ignorance of the policy will inconvenience other users and may result in fines or other penalties. The policy will not attempt to cover every eventuality but will recognize that there are often cases when a strict interpretation of the rules is unjustified.
All library staff members are authorized to inspect any books in the possession of users leaving the library. Cases and large bags must be offered for inspection when taken inside the library. The library is authorized to suspend any person's library privileges and to impose appropriate penalties for breaches of the library rules and regulations.
Patron Rights & Responsibilities Library users have a right to expect:
Well-organized library resources to support study and research.
Courteous, efficient, and effective service.
Reasonable accommodation for learning styles and challenges.
Instruction in the development of library research skills.
Confidential access to library resources.
A clean, safe environment.
Library users have the responsibility to:
Learn how to use the library effectively.
Allow sufficient time for library research.
Be courteous and respectful of all library users and staff.
Use equipment, services, and furnishings appropriately and report problems.
Keep library resources in good condition.
Respect others by returning borrowed materials on time and when requested.
Maintain the security of personal belongings.
Make the best use of library resources and services.
A library environment free from harassment and physical danger.
Timely responses to expressed concerns.
The library is committed to providing users with an environment that is safe, comfortable, and conducive to study and research. Users and visitors are expected to engage in behaviour consistent with this goal. They must also abide by all relevant library and university policies and country laws to ensure that all library users and visitors can use library resources and services effectively. Entering the library represents an agreement to abide by these rules. Anyone who observes violations of this policy may report them to the university’s security/management, which will take appropriate action.
Prohibited Behaviour
Preventing or limiting access to library facilities, equipment or materials through theft, vandalism, or deliberate misplacement of materials.
Removing library materials from the building without checking them out.
Defacing, destroying, or corrupting any of the library’s information resources.
Engaging in disorderly or disruptive behaviour.
Using tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco.
Food and Drink
Food and drinks are not permitted in the library.