.  Keep  an  adequate  supply  of  magnetic  media (scratch  tapes,  initialized  disk  packs,  diskettes,  and cassettes) available in the library and/or in the computer area ready for use. . Retrieve and file magnetic media in accordance with  command  policy. l  Maintain  a  current  inventory  of  all  magnetic media. Control tapes (save tapes, work tapes, and scratch tapes) on a rotational basis. l  Test  tapes  for  quality,  and  clean  and  degauss tapes and disks according to prearranged schedules or upon release by programmers and in-house users. . Ensure that all magnetic media is acclimated to the atmosphere in which it will be used for at least 24 hours before releasing it for use. .  Inspect  new  tapes  and  install  BOT  and  EOT reflectors if not provided by the manufacturer. .   File   newly   created   tapes   after   checking   the identification  tape  reel  number  against  the  tape  strap number  (if  used)  and  verifying  that  the  security classification on the label matches that on the tape reel. . Refile previously created tapes, being careful to scrutinize each as if it were a newly created tape. . Strip tapes (by removing the first 100 feet) when the  error  rate  increases  and  replace  the  beginning-of- tape (BOT) reflector. If a tape has damage to its end, remove  the  last  100  feet (EOT) reflector. .   Keep   all   system condition  at  all  times. and  replace  the  end-of-tape tapes   and   disks   in   good l  Maintain  a  record  of  tapes  and  disks  that  have been cleaned by stamping the Julian date on a cleaning label on the back surface of the tape reel or disk pack canister. . Clean disk pack covers according to schedule or as the need arises. l Maintain and distribute tape and disk error and usage  reports. .  Maintain  control  of  certain  required  data  files, program   files,   and   various   types   of   microforms (microfilm/microfiche). l File all library materials in a neat, organized, and uniform  manner. .   Have   a   standard   operating   procedure   (SOP) instruction  manual,  indicating  all  library  procedures, readily   available. .   Have   an   adequate   supply   of   save   (external) labels   and   classification   labels   available   for   the computer   operators. Q  Check  all  user  submitted  save  labels  with  job/run request sheets to ensure they are correct. .  Check  save  labels  to  ensure  they  indicate  no more than a 90-day save request, and that only one 90- day  extension  is  granted  before  the  tape  is  copied  to another  tape. . Ensure all users annotate, initial, and return their weekly copy of the release report, indicating what tapes are  to  be  scratched,  cleaned,  degaussed,  stripped,  or mailed   off-site;   or   any   other   action   they   deem necessary. .   Collect   a   copy   of   the   save   labels   from   the operators  for  the  tape  library  tape/disk  database  file (only if the site has an automated tape library control system) and supported software. . Maintain off-site storage of tapes and disks for disaster  recovery. .  Maintain  a  current  list  of  all  foreign  (outside) tapes and disks received and return them on schedule. . Ensure fire-fighting equipment in the library is maintained  and  inspected  by  appropriate  personnel  (fire department,  damage  control  petty  officer,  and  so  on)  in accordance with command policy. . Update fire-fighting instructions as necessary. . .  Maintain  the  correct  temperature  and  humidity in the library. . Maintain security requirements and access to the library  area. .   Ensure   unauthorized   persons   do   not   remove magnetic media or related materials from the library. .  Promptly  report  any  and  all  problems  to  your supervisor,   leading   chief,   or   other   appropriate personnel   in   accordance   with   standard   operating procedures  (SOPS). As you see by this list, there is a lot to do. In anyone day,  you  may  perform  one  or  many  of  these  tasks. 2-9