Once we have joined BIBCO may we begin to contribute records in non-book formats or is BIBCO training required for each format?
It is not necessary to have additional training in order to contribute records to BIBCO in the non-book (or non-Roman) formats. However, if a library is an OCLC subscriber, that library must also have Enhance status in any given format(s) and it will be necessary to apply for for National level Enhance status in that specific format(s) before proceeding to contribute records to BIBCO. There is no equivalent requirement for RLG subscribers, however, it is assumed that RLG institutions have provided training to their catalogers to enable them to contribute bibliographic records in the non-book formats which meet the requirements of the PCC.
