INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN ENGINEERING,

MANAGEMENT & APPLIED SCIENCE (IJLTEMAS)

ISSN 2278-2540 | DOI: 10.51583/IJLTEMAS | Volume XIV, Issue V, May 2025

www.ijltemas.in Page 605

Interplay of Librarians’ Knowledge About Library Materials

Preservation and Their Compliance to The Standards

Orlando F. Olaer

knowledge among librarians about preservation practices, with a mean score of 4.18. Correspondingly, a high level of compliance

with preservation standards was observed, with a mean score of 4.23. A significant relationship between knowledge and compliance

was established using Pearson correlation analysis. The results highlight the importance of professional development in enhancing

preservation practices and ensuring adherence to standards. This research underscores the need for continued education and training

to maintain the integrity and accessibility of library collections.

Keywords: librarians’ knowledge, preservation, compliance, library standards, Cagayan de Oro City

I. Introduction

Library materials preservation is a crucial responsibility of librarians, ensuring that collections remain intact and accessible for

future use. It involves a combination of knowledge, skills, and attitudes aligned with established standards and guidelines. As

technology and environmental conditions evolve, so do the challenges in preserving both physical and digital library materials.

By focusing on professional librarians in Cagayan de Oro City, this research seeks to provide empirical data that may inform policy,

training, and future research in library and information science.

II. Theoretical Framework

This study is anchored in the Knowledge-Attitude-Practice (KAP) model, which posits that knowledge influences attitudes, which

in turn shape practices. In the context of library preservation, the model suggests that librarians who possess a high level of

knowledge are more likely to develop a positive attitude toward preservation practices and consequently exhibit greater compliance

with standards. This framework supports the study’s goal of examining the connection between knowledge and compliance.

III. Research Methodology

A descriptive-correlational design was employed to examine the relationship between librarians’ knowledge and their compliance

with preservation standards. The study population comprised 109 licensed librarians working in academic and public libraries in

(SD = 0.52). Similarly, the level of compliance with preservation standards was also high, with a mean score of 4.23 (SD = 0.49).

The Pearson correlation coefficient (r = 0.81, p < 0.01) indicates a strong and significant relationship between knowledge and

compliance.

These findings support the KAP model, confirming that increased knowledge leads to better compliance. Librarians who understand

the importance of environmental control, proper handling, and storage practices are more likely to implement preservation measures

in accordance with established guidelines. This underscores the need for continuous training programs and institutional support to

enhance the preservation efforts of libraries.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN ENGINEERING,

MANAGEMENT & APPLIED SCIENCE (IJLTEMAS)

ISSN 2278-2540 | DOI: 10.51583/IJLTEMAS | Volume XIV, Issue V, May 2025

www.ijltemas.in Page 606

V. Conclusion

The study concludes that librarians’ knowledge significantly influences their compliance with preservation standards. With a high

level of both knowledge and compliance among the participants, it is evident that professional development plays a vital role in