Laptop Use

Alexander Mack Library Laptop Use Policy

The library now has laptop computers available for use in the library. Below is a copy of the policy statement that all users must sign the first time they borrower a laptop:

Students must read, understand and agree to abide by this policy before checking out a library laptop. Abuse of this privilege may result is suspension of laptop or library privileges.

• Library laptops are available to Bridgewater College students, faculty, and staff, for 2-hour periods, within the library only. Priority is given to bibliographic instruction (as needed).
• Borrowers must have an ID card, and sign a user agreement, before checking out a laptop.
• Laptops must be returned within fifteen minutes prior to closing.
• Fines for late returns are as follows:
  • $3.00 per hour
  • $1500.00 replacement fine if not returned, or if damaged cost is not to exceed $1500.00
• Borrowers may check out the laptop immediately upon returning one, if there is no other borrower waiting.
• The borrower to whom the laptop is checked out is responsible if the laptop is lost, stolen or damaged. Borrowers are prohibited from permitting others to use their ID.
• Returning the laptop does not relinquish patrons of responsibility for repair if damage was incurred while in their possession.
• Students are expected to abide by the Bridgewater College Policy on computer usage.
• By signing below user agrees to abide by this policy.

Print Name _________________________Date_________________

Signature__________________________