The Archives Department identifies, select and preserve public and private records which has historical value. The department is divided into five sections, these being Administration, Conservation and Preservation, User Services, Records Management, and Digitization Unit. The Conservation and Preservation Unit is responsible for the restoration of documents and ensuring that good atmospheric conditions are maintained, and the implementation of a pest management program. The Records Management Section is responsible for providing technical advice to Ministries, Departments and Agencies on managing their records. User services involves assisting researchers in the Reading Room with research queries, conducting workshops and tours. The Digitization Unit was recently established. Within this unit archival records are being scanned and digitized.