OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE AND CURTILAGE HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PLAN 2008–2013
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9. Building Fabric Investigation Permitted Action Schedule<br />
Part C – Implementation Tools<br />
142 Old Parliament House and Curtilage Heritage Management Plan <strong>2008–2013</strong><br />
5 NON-DESTRUCTIVE INVESTIGATIVE TECHNIQUES<br />
5.1 VISUAL INSPECTION<br />
Visual inspection is a non-destructive technique that involves looking for visual clues about the physical nature<br />
or condition of a building. An experienced eye will usually find an array of clues that may reveal information<br />
about the type of building materials, the type of construction method, and a broad range of similar details.<br />
Advantages<br />
Disadvantages<br />
— Quick; cost effective; may be reasonably carried out by any informed individual<br />
— Relies on the inspector maintaining concentrated focus over an extended time,<br />
may not identify subtle or hidden clues<br />
Permitted Actions<br />
Visual inspection of all heritage fabric using any means<br />
available provided that no intervention or damage<br />
is caused to the heritage fabric being inspected.<br />
Use of any tools/equipment enabling access to heritage<br />
fabric for the purposes of visual inspection provided<br />
that all heritage surfaces such as floors and walls<br />
are adequately protected from potential damage.<br />
Repositioning of movable furniture or other portable<br />
items to enable access for visual investigation<br />
provided it is carried out in accordance with the<br />
Housekeeping Permitted Action Schedule and<br />
after consultation with the OPH Heritage staff.<br />
Not Permitted Actions<br />
Removal, either temporarily or permanently, of any<br />
existing building fabric for the purposes of visually<br />
inspecting fabric that is currently hidden from view.<br />
Use of any tools/equipment providing access to heritage<br />
fabric without adequate protective devices in place to<br />
protect heritage surfaces such as floors and walls.<br />
Repositioning of movable furniture or other<br />
portable items to enable access for visual<br />
investigation without reference to the<br />
Housekeeping Permitted Action Schedule or prior<br />
consultation with the OPH Heritage staff.<br />
5.2 SURFACE MAPPING<br />
Surface mapping is a non-invasive method for investigating sub-surface details of built fabric<br />
using a high-powered, portable light used at an angle on a flat surface. The method relies upon<br />
senses of sight and touch. It is the best tool for examining surfaces in dark spaces.<br />
The use of surface mapping is a permitted action appropriate for:<br />
■■revealing every perceivable detail of former attachments, repairs or alterations<br />
■■identifying potential structural or environmental problems<br />
■■verifying the need for other forms of investigation.<br />
Advantages — Quick; may be reasonably carried out by any informed individual<br />
Disadvantages — May require access equipment<br />
Permitted Actions<br />
Surface mapping of all heritage fabric provided<br />
that no intervention or damage is caused<br />
to the heritage fabric being mapped.<br />
Repositioning of movable furniture or other portable<br />
items to enable access for surface mapping<br />
provided it is carried out in accordance with the<br />
Housekeeping Permitted Action Schedule.<br />
Use of any tools/equipment enabling access to heritage<br />
fabric for the purposes of surface mapping provided<br />
that all heritage surfaces such as floors and walls<br />
are adequately protected from potential damage.<br />
Not Permitted Actions<br />
Removal, either temporarily or permanently, of any<br />
existing building fabric for the purposes of surface<br />
mapping fabric that is currently hidden from view.<br />
Repositioning of movable furniture or<br />
other portable items to enable access for<br />
surface mapping without reference to the<br />
Housekeeping Permitted Action Schedule or prior<br />
consultation with the OPH Heritage staff.<br />
Use of any tools/equipment providing access to heritage<br />
fabric without adequate protective devices in place to<br />
protect heritage surfaces such as floors and walls.