Section 5Sec./Art. 5

Scope of the Practice of Librarianship. - Librarianship shall deal with the performance of the librarian's functions, which shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1) Selection and acquisition of multi-media sources of information which would best respond to clientele's need for adequate, relevant and timely information;

2) Cataloguing and classification of knowledge or sources of information into relevant organized collections and creation of local databases for speedy access, retrieval or delivery of information;

3) Development of computer-assisted/computer-backed information systems which would permit online and network services;

4) Establishment of library system and procedures; dissemination of information; rendering of information, reference and research assistance; archiving; and education of users;

5) Teaching, lecturing and reviewing of library, archives and information science subjects, including subjects given in the licensure examination;

6) Rendering of services involving technical knowledge/expertise in abstracting, indexing, cataloguing and classifying' or the preparation of bibliographies, subject authority lists, thesauri and union catalogues/lists;

7) Preparation, evaluation or appraisal of plans, programs and/or projects for the establishment, organization, development and growth of libraries or information centers, and the determination of library requirements for space, buildings, structures or facilities;

8) Provision of professional and consultancy services or advice on any aspect of librarianship; and

9) Organization, conservation, preservation and restoration of historical and cultural documents and other intellectual properties.

ARTICLE II

CREATION OF THE PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD FOR LIBRARIANS