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NOTES ON THE SAFEGUARDING AND CONSERVING CULTURAL MATERIAL IN FIELD                            36.

(iv) Make certain that you can get reasonably suitable new quarters for the object, and adequate in extent.  What matters is the suitability of the receiving place relative to that of the present position of the objects.  In searching for the ideal, do not forget the tolerable.

(v) While some objects are being moved, steps can generally be taken at the same time to reduce the risks to what is left behind.  This seems obvious, but is often forgotten.

B. [[underline]] Packing and transport [[/underline]]
1.  Number and list single objects, fragments of objects, and constituent parts of objects.
This is essential if confusion and loss are to be avoided.  Bulky things, such as large pieces of furniture and suits of armour, will almost certainly have to be taken to pieces for removal; and even temporary loss of a part will cause trouble.

2.  Plan where the objects are to be placed in their new quarters.
It will probably be impossible to fix exact locations for every object or case; but those of the larger pieces can be settled.  See that different types of object are placed where they are safest.  For example, put inflammable material where fire is