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Emergency Preparedness: Strategies for Museums, Archives, and Libraries
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In this course, you will learn how to prepare for emergencies and develop an effective emergency management plan for collections.
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You will learn:
• Risk Assessment for Collections. Learn how to conduct a simple risk assessment as the first step in emergency planning. You will identify, analyze, and evaluate risks to collections in practice, and understand how to integrate these findings into your emergency planning efforts.
• Emergency Management Plan for Collections. Learn how to create a comprehensive emergency management plan tailored specifically for your collections. This plan will equip you to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters effectively.
• Training for Effective Emergency Response. Gain an understanding of the essential training required for efficient emergency response, which goes beyond practical salvage of collections and emergency drills.
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The course is highly practical and is conducted through case studies and practical exercises, ensuring that you gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
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Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for all those working in museums, libraries, archives, galleries and historic houses.
Course leader
Andor Vince has an extensive experience in emergency planning for heritage organizations, including at local and regional levels. One of his key areas of expertise is developing emergency preparedness programs based on risk assessment for collections, developing emergency response strategies, and creating training programs for effective emergency response and recovery.
Andor is running the Emergency Development Program for Heritage Organisations with focus on leadership, communication during times of crisis. The program also includes guidance on maintaining self-care, well-being, resilience, and trauma awareness for individuals and teams working in high-pressure emergency response environments.
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Andor is passionate about empowering others with skills, knowledge and tools to effectively respond to emergencies and safeguard both their well-being and heritage collections.
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If you would like to organise this course specifically for your organisation, please contact us.
Emergency Preparedness: Strategies for Museums, Archives, and Libraries
The Americas, Europe and UK
Date: 1st December 2025
Time: 2pm (New York Time)
Number of participants: 15
Duration: One day
Total hours: 4
Venue: Online (Zoom platform)
Cost: US $180 (CAD $250, EUR €160, GBP £135)
*To convert to your time zone, click here.
Emergency Preparedness: Strategies for Museums, Archives, and Libraries
Asia and Pacific
Date: 8th December 2025
Time: 12pm (Sydney time)
Number of participants: 15
Duration: One day
Total hours: 4
Venue: Online
Cost: $300 NZD +GST* (AUD $278/1,292 CNY/234 SGD)
*To convert to your time zone, click here.
* GST is payable only for participants from New Zealand.
Other Course Information
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Payment Details
All charges will be processed through a PayPal Business Account. Payments will be made in New Zealand Dollars (NZD), as the Heritage Collections Care Consortium is based in Auckland, NZ.
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Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your enrollment up to 15 days before the start of the course for a full refund. No refunds will be issued after this period, except in extraordinary circumstances. To request a refund, please contact us here.
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Technical Requirements
For online attendance, participants must have reliable internet access and be able to use the Zoom platform. Please note that we are unable to assist you with any technical difficulties during the course.​
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Ethics and Professional Conduct
Participants in the course are expected to maintain the highest standards of ethical behavior and professional conduct, reflecting the values of the heritage collection care field. This includes treating all individuals with respect and dignity, engaging in open and constructive dialogue. We encourage a collaborative and psychologically safe learning environment where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.​​​
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