An Introduction to Cyclical Building Maintenance

A key component of collections management, the cyclical building maintenance plan provides a regular schedule for inspection and maintenance activities. When consistently applied and updated, this document can guide collections staff, facilities, and other site departments in preparing for large maintenance expenditures while preventing small issues from turning into bigger, more costly projects. This session addresses what tasks to include in a cyclical maintenance plan and tips for making the plan a collaborative and living document, as well as steps to take when preparing collection spaces for routine maintenance projects.

This webinar was presented by Maddie Cooper (Associate Preventive Conservator, CCAHA) on February 7th, 2023. A recording of the program and list of related resources are available below.