Knowing The Policy Series - Obscene, or Abusive language, or Gestures;

 Do you know Rowan Public Library's

 Disruptive Behavior Policy Statement???

For the next coming weeks I will be highlighting them on the Security Tips Blog.

Any comments or questions you may have you can email me at:

tara.greene@rowancountync.gov

2. Obscene, or Abusive language, or Gestures;

obscene language - 1. offensive to morality or decency; indecent:  2. intended to stimulate sexual appetite or lust; lewd:                        
abusive language - using, containing, or characterized by harshly or coarsely insulting language:  
gesture - is a movement or position of the body, especially of the hands or arms, that is considered exceedingly offensive or vulgar language

If you witness someone violating this policy, let them know that Rowan Public Library does not condone this behavior.

If a patron is on library property cursing out loud, approach the patron and ask them not to use obscene or abusive language while on library property (whether inside or out).

If a patron is using abusive language towards someone including staff again, let them know that the library does not tolerate this kind of behavior and that if he or she does not comply, they will be asked to leave.


If the patron does not stop, ask them to leave the library!


If the patron continues, let them know that this is their final warning and if they do not leave, you will call the police.


If you're still having an issue, call the police:
Salisbury: 704-638-5333
China Grove: 704-857-7755
Rockwell: 704-279-3420

Know this policy and be confident in enforcing it!

 Knowledge = Confidence