Library Services Access Rules - Legislative Decree 18 May 2021

Opening Hours and Users

Pursuant to the Italian Legislative Decree of 18 May 2021 and due to the fact that the Emilia-Romagna region will be in the “white zone” as of 14 June, the opening hours of the Libraries will gradually be extended.

The Libraries’ services are also available to non-University users.

From 6 August 2021, in compliance with Decree Law 105 of 23/07/2021, external users will have access only if they can provide a valid COVID-19 green certificate; exceptions are made for exempt users with a valid medical certificate. 

From 1 September 2021, in compliance with Decree Law 111 of 06/08/2021, all University staff and students must have a valid COVID-19 green certificate, unless they are exempt and can show a valid medical certificate.

Libraries with a return desk or box at the entrance of the building can allow users who do not have the above-mentioned green certificate only to return books/CDs/DVDs.

For further information about opening hours and accessing areas and services, please refer to the website of the relevant library.

Accessing Services

To access libraries, users must first register via QR Code and wash their hands with the sanitiser provided.

• Document Loans and Returns
  Loan and return services are provided to University internal users as per usual. External users may access the services subject to booking via the Affluences app or website. Facilities, dates, opening hours and access methods are published on the websites of the individual libraries.
• Loan Requests and Extensions
  Loan requests and extensions can be made only remotely (via telephone, email, online services).
• Library Consulting and Reading
  Consulting and reading services at the library are available in designated areas and subject to the rules that ensure safe distancing, in line with the applicable protocol. These services are available subject to booking via the Affluences app or website. Facilities, dates, opening hours and access methods are published on the websites of the individual libraries.

Affluences

The Affluences app is free, has no advertising, and can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play.

For anyone who does not wish to download the app, the Affluences website allows to locate libraries and study rooms and access the same services and information provided by the app.

More information about Affluences.