In order to safeguard the common interests of all the readers and to provide a pleasant, safe and comfortable study etc the readers should be aware of their rights and responsibilities.

Rights of the reader

• Library collection are acquired to support research, teaching and learning and readers are entitled to have access to them.
• Readers may use the study space provided during the library hours.
• Readers may borrow materials except those designated for consultation only, when the circulation service counter is open.
• Readers may contact library staff whenever they are in need of assistance.
• Photocopies may be taken subject to the provision of the current copyright legislation.
• Readers can view their own borrowers-record in the library catalogue.
• Suggestions, comments and complaints can be made regarding the services of the library.

Responsibilities of the reader

• Reader should treat other library users and library staff with courtesy and respect.
• Silence should be observed in the library.
• Library cards should not be lent out to any other person; loss of cards should be notified immediately to the circulation counter.
• Readers are responsible for all books borrowed in their cards; books should be returned on or before the due date.
• Readers will be charged with fines for overdue loans.
• Readers are requested to show their library cards whenever requested by staff member.
• All library materials should be treated with care; willful damage of library equipment and material may lead to disciplinary action.
• Readers may not remove any items from the library, which have not been issued to them.
• Readers will be responsible for mutilation found on return of any material loaned to them; they are advised to check and report any mutilation found in the material before borrowing.
• Readers are responsible for recalls at all times.
• Tables and chairs may not be moved to other locations.
• No seats may be reserved by placing materials on the desks or chairs.
• Photocopying of library materials should be made in compliance with the copyright ordinance.
• Readers should leave the library promptly at closing time.