Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2014L00095:body:0:p49
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2014L00095
Segment Type: other
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Character Range: 164185–166951

in sound and secure condition, and fit for use by the staff who live in them.

Implementation strategy
    * Continue regular maintenance of the two cottages.
    * Adapt the cottages in a reversible manner to facilitate continued domestic use.

8.7.10. Issue 27: The septic system

Policy 27: Maintain the septic system

Commentary
The two cottages are connected to a drainage system, intended to deal with liquid waste from kitchens, bathrooms and toilets. This system was installed when the cottages were built, and it continues in service.

Implementation strategy
    * Prevent disposal of waste material that is incompatible with the septic system.
    * Monitor the performance of the system, and do periodic maintenance as required for proper operation.

8.7.11. Issue 28: The concrete water tank

Policy 28: Maintain the concrete water tank to ensure an adequate supply of water

Commentary
The concrete water tank has recently been refurbished by the private lessee. It stores rainwater from the roofs of the houses. Water is pumped from this tank up to a new header tank on the hill behind the houses, from where it feeds by gravity to the houses.

Implementation strategy
    * Periodically inspect the tank to ensure the soundness of the structure and safety of the water supply.

8.7.12. Issue 29: The tramline

Policy 29: Preserve the fabric of the tramway, trolley and cable

Commentary
The tramway and its associated equipment demonstrates the historical pattern of use of the site by the keepers. It was an important facility, along with the winch and crane, for the safe handling of fuel, stores and equipment delivered by sea.

Implementation strategy
    * Move the trolley to the top of the tramway, and protect it with a removable lightweight cover.
    * Protect the two steel turning blocks (presently lying on the ground) by moving them to a location on site that is under cover.

8.7.13. Issue 30: The paths, stairs and bridges

Policy 30: Preserve the paths, stairs and bridges. Adapt them to the minimum extent necessary for the safe occupation of the cottages.

Commentary

These paths and stairs have been laid out and built in stages, and they demonstrate the historical pattern of use of the site by the keepers. The present arrangement generally reflects the state of the lightstation after the two cottages were built in the 1950s. The stairs are narrow, and their inconsistent dimensions do not meet current design standards. However, only some of the routes are in regular use now, since the lighthouse and the winch house are not in use. The safety of the paths and stairs that give access to the cottages is a current issue.

Implementation strategy
    * Add standard galvanised steel tubular railings (as used for