14.9 Treatment and Replacement

If damaged publications are to be treated, they should be restored to a usable condition. For example, traces of mud or soot should be removed from each publication. Some damaged publications may be restored to a usable condition by being bound or rebound by a binding company. If it is not possible to restore the documents or if replacement is deemed more appropriate, your depository may obtain replacement copies by reviewing the disposal lists distributed by the regional depository, by reviewing publications on the national Needs & Offers List which includes a special section for disaster recovery efforts, by contacting Federal agencies, or by purchasing through commercial book vendors. Publications available electronically through the FDLP may be considered replacements as well. Refer to FDLP Guidelines on Substituting Electronic for Tangible Versions of Depository Publications for guidance.