Summary: Instructions for placing barcodes and shields on different types of materials.
Material type
Barcode location
Print
Outside back cover
*Pieces with a bar code on the inside front cover should have the bar code duplicated and placed on the appropriate location on the back cover on the piece and covered with a shield.
Microfilm reel
On blank front leader (done only as needed for circulation)
Microfiche
On envelope (done only as needed for circulation)
Videocassette
On title label, or as directed by branch
Disc
On jewel case
An appropriate shield is applied over the bar code on print materials to protect the barcode.