OHS for Multimedia Equipment

Multimedia Equipment is one of the most important factors of any library. It helps with the smooth operation of certain activities within a library. Multimedia equipment such as computer, projectors and televisions all require certain maintenance to keep the equipment in good working condition and also to protect its users. People operating these machines also need to keep in mind occupational health and safety issues to help keep the workplace safe for all users. Below, are some examples of occupational health and safety used for multimedia equipment which we must follow.

• Do not overload power boards as electrical failure could occur
• Broken appliances should be repaired by a professional
• Make sure all multimedia products are in good working order
• Make sure electrical cords aren't left on the floor so people won't trip over them
• Have broken powerpoints fixed by a qualified electrician
• Prevent heat up in multimedia machines such as computers. Make sure there is room for air to circulate
• Make sure you read the safety instructions of the item
• Turn equipment off before unplugging
• Tape the cords to the floor or place a mat over cords to prevent people tripping

Movie Time

At River Side Library we are very well known for our movie sessions which are run twice week every Tuesday and Friday. This is a great way to socialise with others, meet new people and most importantly being apart of your community.

For only $5, you are entitled to a comfortable chair, tea, coffee and biscuits. Oh! And also a good laugh. You are more then welcome to bring food of your own as long as you put your rubbish in the bins provided.

Movies session times are as followed:

Tuesday afternoon's - 1.00pm sharp
Friday morning's - 11.00am sharp

Are you wondering what films we show? Well we show everything from classic to new. A list of films which are showing each month can be found on our website. If you would like to request a movie or have any queries, please feel free to send us an email at riversidelibrary.iinet.com

Our movie room can be booked for group excursions, meetings and functions.

For booking details, please call (05) 9647 4561

Book Week

Last Wednesday, our library was found to have little creatures such as fairies, witches and warlocks and all sorts of things scuttling around the place. Even Robin Hood was there! On a closer inspection we found out the 'little creatures' were actually children who were dressed up as their favorite character from their favorite book. This was because it was book week!

Book week ran from the 18th of February until the 22th of February. Throughout this week many activities were held for the children's benefit. Such activities included a daily children's story time, daily arts and crafts relating to childhood favorite books and most importantly the fashion show. The children were judged by members of the library committee who had to select a girl and boy who were the best dressed. Each winner received a $30 gift voucher and everyone else received a special bookmark. After hours of deciding who the winners were, the committee finally gave the names of the two winners. The winner for 2008 are, Barry Smith who dressed as Captain Hook from the book Peter Pan by J.M Barrie and to Elizabeth-Jane Collins who dressed as Alice from Alice in Wonderland written by Lewis Carroll. Congratulations to you both for all of your efforts.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this week possible.