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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D">There was some interest in responses to my inquiry, so here they are compiled. I didn’t receive many, but the ones I did were helpful. Thank you to everyone who responded.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D">I can forward any mentioned procedures or policies.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Monotype Corsiva";color:#1F497D">Laura Hauch<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Circulation Manager</span><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Buchanan District Library zv045</span><span style="font-family:"Script MT Bold";color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">128 East Front Street</span><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Buchanan, MI 49107<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">269-695-3681<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">269-695-0004 Fax<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://buchananlibrary.org/">http://buchananlibrary.org</a><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D">Kettering University puts out traps.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D">-----------------------------------<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We have had two cases of households with bed bugs in the last two years. It caused us to really take notice and inspect our items thoroughly, as you have.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We have the Orkin dog come in every 6 months to inspect, and have treatment done accordingly. If the dog has a "hit", all of the books in that area are cooked in the bug box and inspected before returning
them to the shelves. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">If books are returned with blood or smashed bugs that can't be cleaned even after cooking, they are discarded. Our attached policy gives the rest of the story, I think.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This situation isn't something that any of us want to think about, but here we are. :)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Perri<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Perri Saunders, Director<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">White Pigeon Township Library<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">White Pigeon, MI 49099<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">269-483-7409<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:blue"><a href="mailto:p.saunders@woodlands.lib.mi.us" target="_blank">p.saunders@woodlands.lib.mi.us</a> <o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">From the attached policy:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo2">
<![if !supportLists]><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">A.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span></b><![endif]><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Pest Control Policy<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">For the protection of all library users, the White Pigeon Township Library must ensure a healthy and clean environment and collection. Therefore, it
may be necessary for the Library to restrict a patron’s ability to borrow materials and/or visit the Library when such use compromises the health and cleanliness of Library facilities or collections.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">Situations where library privileges may be suspended include, but are not limited to:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">Evidence that items loaned to a patron were returned containing insects that are known to be damaging to library materials, e.g. roaches and silverfish<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">Evidence that items checked out by a patron were returned containing insects that can result in pest infestations in library facilities, e.g. bed bugs, fleas, or roaches. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">3.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">Evidence that pests that may result in infestations in library facilities are present on the person or possessions of a Library visitor.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">If it is necessary for facility or borrowing privileges to be suspended, the Library Director will notify the suspended patron by letter. Patrons seeking
a reinstatement of their library privileges will need to provide the Director with documentation that the pest problem has been adequately addressed. Examples of this documentation include, but are not limited to:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">Receipts for treatment/inspection from a licensed pest control company<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">A written statement from the owner or property manager of a multi-family rental residence verifying treatment<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">The library will make an effort to treat and repair damaged books that are returned with evidence of pests. If the items are no longer able to be used
for circulation, they will be deleted from the collection. Patrons returning damaged or ruined items will be notified of any charges owed.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">1<sup>st</sup> Offense – The patron’s household will be forgiven up to $100 worth of late fees, processing fees, and item costs of any items returned
with pest damage.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">2<sup>nd</sup> Offense and beyond – The patron will be charged late fees, processing fees, and the full cost of any damaged library items.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#333333">The library director will determine whether the returned items is usable or will need to be deleted.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Milan Library has </span>a semi-annual bed bug sniffing dog inspection.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">There is information available on the RIDES site:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.mcls.org/rides/policies-procedures/#Delivery%20Site">https://www.mcls.org/rides/policies-procedures/#Delivery%20Site</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Good luck!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Sue<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Sue Alt<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">MeLCat Support and Delivery Coordinator<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">800-530-9019 ext 143<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:alts@mcls.org">alts@mcls.org</a> <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">When I worked at a library that had bed bug issues, every item that came in was treated in heat boxes before being reshelved for circulation. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Some personal thoughts on the topic:<o:p></o:p></p>
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Patrons should not be punished for bringing in items with bed bugs because some are not aware of the issue until after-the-fact. Furthermore, some might not have the money to pay for an inspection.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9">
Bed bugs can get around easily, so you should not discount cross-contamination; it's incredibly embarrassing for both parties to have misassigned blame.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9">
Patrons <i>should</i> be notified of the issue if it's very clear bed bugs came from their materials, but it should be done discreetly to reduce embarrassment.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">Patrons at large should be notified that bed bugs have been found in circulating materials, and what precautions to take to help protect themselves and prevent the spread of bed bugs - not doing so caused a MASSIVE city-wide scandal where
I formerly worked.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">We have not seen an increase or had an issue with bed bugs, but we are also very proactive and follow the same procedure you outlined in your email. We also spray all of our bins with rubbing alcohol and have dogs that come through the
library once a month to make sure nothing has been carried in. I have attached a copy of our inspection and quarantine procedure and used pictures from this
<span style="color:#1F497D"><a href="http://www.ala.org/pla/sites/ala.org.pla/files/content/onlinelearning/webinars/archive/PLA_Kittrell_Dont-let-the-bed-bugs-bite_Final.pdf">ALA bed bug fact sheet</a>.</span> I would also strongly encourage the use of a lighted
magnifier. When we first started looking at items, everything looked suspicious - there are a lot of crumbs in books, but looking at items under a 30x lighted magnifier really helps. We honestly have more of an issue with ants sneaking in every spring!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">I would be very interested to see if there are any other response with different procedures or guidelines being followed.
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<p class="MsoNormal">Have a great day!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Denise<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:#0072C6">Denise Skopczynski<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#0072C6">Circulation Services Process Supervisor<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="color:#1F497D"><a href="http://www.cantonpl.org/">Canton Public Library</a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:8.0pt;color:#1F497D">1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:8.0pt;color:#1F497D">734-394-1242</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Albion library called, and the highlights from the conversation are as follows:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">They’ve code named their heat boxes “bakery boxes,” and they “bake” books. They’ve invested in Ziploc gasketed bins for holding items awaiting baking. They have a dog come in to
inspect 6 times a year, and they highly recommend being inspected. They mark and date items that have been treated.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">They suggested looking on Google for ALA slideshow and YouTube training videos on what to look for, as well as scripts for how to have conversations with patrons about the issue.
They also suggested seeing if community action organization in the area offers assistance for paying for treatment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">From:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">
<a href="mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org">michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org</a> [<a href="mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org">mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org</a>]
<b>On Behalf Of </b>Laura Hauch via Michlib-l<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Friday, June 14, 2019 2:13 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> <a href="mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org">Michlib-l@mcls.org</a><br>
<b>Subject:</b> [Michlib-l] inquiry on bed bugs<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Hello everyone,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Over the past few years, we’ve had a significant increase in patrons returning items with bed bugs, and were wondering how other libraries handle these situations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Currently, we inspect items for bugs and signs of bugs at check in. Anything that has bugs is discarded, and anything that was either in the drop box with or in the household at the same time as affected items
is treated in our ZappBug heat box. The patron’s borrowing privileges are restricted until they provide proof of a clear inspection.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Has your library noticed an increase in pest issues? Do you check your items for bed bugs? Do you discard or treat items, and how do you treat them? How do you handle the patrons, and do you charge them for
the items?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Thank you for any insight. I can compile and post responses if there is interest.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Laura Hauch<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Circulation Manager<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Buchanan District Library zv045<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">128 East Front Street<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Buchanan, MI 49107<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">269-695-3681<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">269-695-0004 Fax<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://buchananlibrary.org/"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">http://buchananlibrary.org</span></a><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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