Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01869:reg:6:p77
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01869
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 6 (pt 77/86)
Character Range: 266018–269972

Replacing heritage fabric with new, unlike materials.
Refixing loose fittings or replacing with like fittings.
Cleaning of gutters, rainwater heads and sump.
Fixing holes in roof sheeting using a ubiquitous silicon product.
Installing non-fixed protective features that are clearly labelled as new and have no adverse visual impact.

d. Ceilings

    1. Plaster

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                                                                                  NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Inspections of the ceilings to identify any defects, bulges, signs of water damage or other wear wearing nitrile gloves.
Patching and repairs should be undertaken by a trained conservator or a skilled specialist.
Repainting heritage ceilings as part of a refurbishment/ conservation project with a paint type matching the existing or previously used finish.   Repainting in non-heritage colours in areas not specified for exhibition.

   ii.  Timber

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                                                             NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Inspections to identify any defects, cracking, splitting, marks or wear.                                                      Inspections to identify any defects, cracking, splitting, marks or wear.
Repainting and/or refinishing as part of a refurbishment/conservation project with a product type to match existing finish.   Repainting and/or refinishing as part of a refurbishment/conservation project with a product type to match existing finish.

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                             NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Patching and repairs should be undertaken by a trained conservator or a skilled specialist.   Patching and repairs should be undertaken by a trained conservator or a skilled specialist.

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                                                                                                                         NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Temporary removal of floor hatches for the purpose of exhibition or interpretation display with appropriate recording by Heritage staff.                                                  Forceful opening of cabinetry, safes or hatches.
Inspections to identify any defects, marks or wear.                                                                                                                                       Removal of doors for the purpose of exhibition or interpretation display.
Repairs to scratched or chipped surfaces must be undertaken by a conservator or a skilled specialist.
Opening cabinetry and safes that are unlocked unless the mechanism has been deemed too fragile by Heritage staff (that is, the Clerk of the Senate's office safe should not be opened).

   f.  Floors

  i. Map

Heritage Flooring (Floor Types) – Upper floor

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                                                                                               NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Inspections of the floor substrate, surface finish and any inlaid fittings to identify any damage, cracks, twisted boards, squeaking, defects, marks or wear.   Mineral turpentine must never be used to clean timber floors as some have a bitumen bedding layer.
The use of carpet squares or other removable surfaces as a protective measure against scratches and spillages when moving objects or working within the area.   The use of gaffer tape. Other adhesive tape may only be used for short periods and as part of a conservation project.
The 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