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Patron Conduct Code
Mantor Library is committed to providing an atmosphere which is conducive to study, reading, and the appropriate use of all library resources. In order to foster this environment, library patrons are asked to act in a manner which is in keeping with the library's purpose and to comply with all library regulations and policies. Behavior which disrupts the orderly use of the library or damages library property is unacceptable and may be cause for restricting or denying use of library resources to the individual involved, as well as other disciplinary action.
Food is not allowed in any area of the library.
Drinks in approved, spill-proof containers are permitted in the library provided the containers are kept on level surfaces. Please do not place drink containers on couches, chairs, copiers, computers, or other equipment. To protect library materials, drinks are not allowed in the shelving areas. Beverages in unapproved containers are not permitted in any area of the library.
Cell phone use is permitted in the Browsing Area only.
Children 15 years old and younger must be under direct supervision of an adult at all times. The accompanying adult is responsible for the child's actions and behavior and any resulting damages.
Community patrons under the age of 16 may not use the Peter Mills Electronic Classroom.
Patrons are expected to obey all current copyright regulations and adhere to the posted Internet Use Policy.
Patrons are expected to pay for all printouts.
Shoes must be worn at all times.
The following are prohibited in all areas of the library:
- Smoking, or the use of any tobacco product.
- Animals, with the exception of those necessary for personal assistance.
- Use of roller blades, skateboards, cycles or any unauthorized wheeled equipment. Bicycles must be left in the rack provided in front of the library; they may not be left in the entryway.
- Blocking entrances, exits, or aisles.
- Disorderly, disruptive, or threatening behavior including, but not limited to, loud talking, threats, sexual harassment, displays of illegal materials, or violent or abusive language.
- Tampering with or removing privacy screens from computer monitors.
- Damaging or destroying library materials or property including, but not limited to, underlining or highlighting, removing pages or portions of pages, or attempting to remove bindings or electronic theft tags.
- Using library furnishing and/or equipment in a manner which is either inconsistent with its intended purpose or potentially damaging. This includes, but is not limited to, placing feet on tables, chairs, carrels or sofas, tilting chairs, defacing or marring surfaces, or wearing inappropriate attire (such as wet bathing suits).
- Attempting to remove library materials without proper checkout procedures. Patrons setting off the security alarm may be asked to return to the desk to have book bags or briefcases examined.
- Concealing or deliberately misfiling library materials for the exclusive use of an individual or group.
- Failing to leave the building promptly at closing or in the event of an emergency; attempting to remain in an area of the library after it is closed; or attempting to enter the building after the doors are locked.
- Opening emergency exits except in an emergency.
Attempting to use photocopiers/printers for special projects such as transparencies, copies on colored paper, or double-sided copies.
Last Revised: January 2007
Copyright © 2007
University of Maine at Farmington
Mantor Library -- 116 South Street Farmington, Maine, 04938
Phone: (207) 778-7210 FAX: (207) 778-7223 TDD: (207) 778-7000
E-mail contact: web-mantor@umf.maine
edu
Last Updated
03/29/2007 09:12 AM