An SOP for library
SOP FOR BORROWING BOOKS IN A
CLASSROOM LIBRARY
SCOPE: This SOP applies to the process of borrowing books from the classroom library, all the
activities and responsibilities related to the borrowing, tracking, and returning of the book to the
library. This involves the student, Teacher, and librarian
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PURPOSE: The purpose of this SOP is to provide a clear and efficient process for students to
borrow books from the classroom library.
STAKEHOLDERS: The Teacher, Student, Librarian, Administrator
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TECH STACK:
● Library Management System (LMS) for cataloging books and managing borrowing
records
● Barcode Scanner for book identification and tracking
● Student Information System (SIS) for student identification and record-keeping
● Online Catalog for browsing available books
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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NAME
TITLE
Teacher
RESPONSIBILITY
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Supervise Students during library Visits
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Guides students on library rules and
borrowing procedures.
● Communicate with the librarian
regarding library needs.
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Librarian
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Manages the library catalog using the
Library Management System.
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Administrator
Issues library cards to students and
maintains borrower records.
Assists students and teachers in finding
books and using library resources.
● Allocates resources for library maintenance
and improvement.
Student
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● Addresses any administrative issues related
to library operations.
● Presents valid library card for
borrowing.
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● Presents book(s) and library card to the
librarian for checkout.
● Follows library rules and returns books
on time and in good condition.
PROCEDURE:
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The student selects a book from the library
The Student presents the selected book and Library card to the teacher.
The teacher checks the student's Library card for validity
The teacher Records the book details and student information in the LMS.
The Librarian Scan Library card and book barcode
Record Borrowing details in the LMS
Librarian Issue due date and return procedure
Students borrow books and Existing library
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