Moderate Security:

Moderate Security is required for most ValentineNewYork exhibitions that contain original works for art, prints, graphics, photographs, and in some cases, artifacts and specimens. Moderate security exhibitions may be freestanding or contain wall-hung elements; they may also include other structural elements or audiovisual components.

The following conditions must be met by organizations desiring to display moderate security exhibitions:

Space
• Limited-access, gallery-type area. An open mall, hallway, or lounge area is not acceptable.
• Locked, environmentally stable interior exhibition storage and staging areas.

Protection
• Guards or other trained personnel, in sufficient numbers to assure the safety of exhibition components, whose sole duty is the supervision of the exhibition while it is on display.
• As warranted, locked and/or alarmed cases for small objects. Acrylic cases are acceptable for moderate security exhibitions, provided they are no less than 3/8inch thickness, adequately alarmed (impact and/or tamper), and secured to the walls or base cabinets.
• Exhibition area must be locked and secure during closing hours. Alarm and/or guards during night hours are preferred but not required.
• Handling of objects, if not actually by a registrar or curator, must be a preparator, exhibition technician, or other persons trained in handling museum objects.
• Fire protection according to local ordinances and subject to ValentineNewYork approval.

Environmental Control
• Temperate and light controls are required. Humidity controls may be required. Standard levels are 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit, and 45 to 50 percent relative humidity. Light levels may be specified between 5 and 15 foot-candles.

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