The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the use of laptop computers available for patron use within the West Branch Public Library.  These guidelines have been instituted to ensure continued availability of the equipment for patron use. 

Availability

Laptops are available for use on a first-come first-serve basis to all patrons over the age of nine (9) with a valid library account.  Laptops may not be reserved or held in advance of their use.  The patron to whom the laptop is checked out will be responsible for any loss or damage that occurs before it is returned to library staff.  The patron will be liable for a replacement cost of $1,000 if the laptop is damaged or stolen.

Patrons wishing to use a laptop must request one from the library circulation desk.  Users must have an account in good standing as outlined by the Borrowing Policy.  Users who do not meet those guidelines must reconcile their account before being able to use the laptops. 

Unacceptable use

Patrons may lose the ability to use laptops for items including, but not limited to, the following:

-      leaving a laptop unattended

-      causing damage to the laptop, power cords, or headphones

-      removing a laptop from the library building

-      installing any software

-      attempting to circumvent any security or protective measure

-      altering any software or configuration of the laptop

The library is not responsible for any damage or loss of data involved in the use of the library’s equipment.  All users must abide by all other library policies involved in the use of the laptops including the Internet Policy and Media Use Policy.

Adopted 11/09
Reviewed 05/12