Introduction to Spectrum

This session will offer an introduction to the Spectrum standard.

We will discuss the Spectrum 5.1 requirements and guidance and how these might be applied by an organisation. The session will give a brief and basic overview of the Spectrum 5.1 primary procedures and update attendees about the most recent general changes to Spectrum, including changes to language.

The session will also cover policy development, and the difference and relationship between plans, policies and procedures.

There will be opportunities to ask questions during the session, as well as share ideas with other attendees.

By the end of the session, attendees will:

• Understand what the Spectrum standard is, and how it might be applied within their museum
• Understand the role of the Spectrum standard in relation to museum Accreditation
• Understand recent changes within Spectrum 5.1
• Understand the role of policy and where to find information to develop policies
• Know where to find more information and guidance

Before the session:

• Please ensure that you have a working microphone, so you can fully participate.
• If you have not already done so, read the introduction to Spectrum – https://collectionstrust.org.uk/spectrum/spectrum-5/
• Think about how you do things in your museum, referring to your in-house procedures manual if you have access to it. You might also find it useful to have it with you to refer to during the session.