Operational Records Classification Systems (ORCS)
Operational Records Classification Systems (ORCS) are integrated records classification and scheduling systems tailored to the operational records of a specific function or program of government.
Operational records are unique to each government organization and distinct from administrative records which are covered by the government-wide Administrative Records Classification System (ARCS Online).- ORCS tells you how to organize your files within your office
- ORCS helps you retrieve your files
- ORCS tells you how long to keep your files within your office and in storage
- ORCS tells you which files can be destroyed and which must be retained by the government archives
These government standard classification and scheduling systems are mandatory for ministries and agencies covered by the Document Disposal Act. For information on services and support available, please contact your Ministry Records Officer, Corporate Records Officer, or Records Management Operations.
Lists of Approved ORCS - Publication lists of all approved and amended Operational Records Classification Schedules (ORCS) arranged by:
- Approved ORCS by Name (PDF 78KB)
- Approved ORCS by Schedule Authority Number (PDF 78KB)
- Approved ORCS by Approval Date (PDF 79KB)
ORCS e-Library - Electronic versions of many approved ORCS.
Ongoing Records Schedules - Electronic versions of ministry Ongoing Records Schedules (ORS) for reference purposes.
Standard ORCS Kit - The Standard ORCS Kit is a manual for B.C. government staff and consultants to use when developing and amending operational classification and scheduling systems (ORCS).
