Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01868:reg:6:p78
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01868
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 6 (pt 78/86)
Character Range: 269151–273196

refinishing of timber floors undertaken as part of a conservation project (Old Parliament House Floor Management Strategy, Policy 39).                      Introduction of mats that require fixing to heritage floors.
Introduction of non-fixed and non-slip mats at entrances/exits to reduce dust and grit levels brought into the building.
The use of sacrificial covers over existing timber flooring in areas of high traffic (if not detrimental to the covered surface).

  Note: Refer to the Old Parliament House Floor Management Strategy for detailed guidance on the management of timber flooring.

  iii. Carpet

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                                                                                               NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Inspections to identify any defects, marks or wear.                                                                                                             Introduction of mats that require fixing to heritage floors.
If necessary, carpet can be taped with 3M471 tape or high grade painter's tape.                                                                                 The use of gaffer tape.
Repairs to edges or frayed seams by a conservator or skilled specialist using traditional techniques.                                                           Pot plants on carpet.
Dry-cleaning using commercial grade equipment.                                                                                                                  Wet-cleaning using domestic or commercial grade equipment.
The use of sacrificial covers over existing carpet in areas of high traffic (if not detrimental to the covered surface).
Introduction of non-fixed and non-slip mats at entrances/exits to reduce dust and grit levels brought into the building.
Introduction of non-fixed and non-slip mats at desk spaces (where fit for purpose and safe to do so).
Carpet with low sensitivity to change can be maintained and upgraded in accordance with Policies 48–51 of the Old Parliament House Floor Management Strategy.

  Note: Refer to the Old Parliament House Floor Management Strategy for detailed guidance on the management of carpet floor coverings.

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                                                                                                            NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Inspections to identify any defects, marks or wear.                                                                                                                          Introduction of mats that require fixing to heritage floors.
Repairs to edges or frayed seams by a conservator or skilled specialist using traditional techniques.                                                                        Pot plants on carpet.
Dry-cleaning using commercial grade equipment.                                                                                                                               Wet-cleaning using domestic or commercial grade equipment.
The use of sacrificial covers over existing carpet in areas of high traffic (if not detrimental to the covered surface).                                                     The use of gaffer tape.
Introduction of non-fixed and non-slip mats at entrances/exits to reduce dust and grit levels brought into the building.
Introduction of non-fixed and non-slip mats at desk spaces (where fit for purpose and safe to do so).
Surface coating as approved by Heritage as a sacrificial wear layer and its regular maintenance.
Rubber and linoleum with low sensitivity to change can be maintained and upgraded in accordance with Policies 52–55 of the Old Parliament House Floor Management Strategy.

  Note: Refer to the Old Parliament House Floor Management Strategy for detailed guidance on the management of rubber, linoleum and tile floor coverings.

   g.  Windows

    1. Windows

  Note: Application of light-filtering screens are described in