Once records are categorized, there are a number of options for safegua rding against
their destruction, if they cannot be quickly re-created from their original source. The type
of media they are stored on and the time dependency of the information may affect
your recovery strategy. M ost records are paper documents stored on-site. At the very least,
they should be stored in locked, fire-resistant cabinets. The most important documents
should be photocopied and stored off-site at a facility that specializes in document
storage. As with data storage, always audit the security, fire safety, rapid retrieval, and
environmental controls used by the storage company. Copies can also be stored at off-site
locations within the organization. Document tracking ...