Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L01271:reg:7:p2
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L01271
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 7 (pt 2/16)
Character Range: 149287–153265

to get access to the site for this work, and AMSA officers also need access for  occasional  inspections  of the site including for auditing of the contractor's performance.

6.5             Proposals for change

 Preventative maintenance works are carried out on the lightstation to maintain its status as a working marine AtoN and to assist in the site's conservation.

 A list of  scheduled  preventative  maintenance work is identified within the 08/03/2019 AMSG site inspection report. The information provided below was taken from this report:

                                              Expected maintenance date
Maintenance description

Cape Byron main light motor no. 1 changeout

31/12/2020

Cape Byron main light motor no. 2
changeout                                    31/12/2020

Cape Byron reseal glazing                    26/05/2021

Cape Byron lantern room paint                26/05/2021

Cape Byron auxiliary light lantern change
                                             03/02/2022

Cape Byron LED array replacement             01/06/2024

Cape Byron structure paint                   01/06/2025

6.6             Potential pressures

 In the case of Cape Byron, the mercury float mechanism found within the lighthouse tower may create a hazardous environment in the event of a spill and the release of mercury vapours. AMSA continually reviews the presence of mercury on their sites.

 AMSA's long term strategy in maintaining heritage assets incorporates the future modification of the pedestal by removing the mercury when a suitable alternative is found. At the time of preparing this management plan, no plans have been made to modify the mercury float mechanism.

 The increasing amount of tourism identified at Cape Byron harnesses the potential to cause additional wear and tear to the precinct.

6.7             Process for decision-making

 Processes for decision-making are required in the event of Incidents that impact the heritage values   of the site. The following Incidents are included due to their likelihood of occurrence at the Cape Byron Lighthouse.

 Incident                                                  Procedure
Damage to lighthouse's fabric (heritage significance)      • Assess extent of damage (carried out by AMSA or selected contractors)

                                                           •  Seek heritage advice on restoration of heritage fabric impacted

                                                           •  Identify possible loss of heritage value (at both State and Commonwealth level)

                                                           •  Seek the appropriate approvals for restoration of heritage fabric impacted

                                                           •  Implement best practice management of restoration work – in-keeping with the
                                                           original character of the place

                                                           •  In the case of a loss of heritage value, prepare report for submission

                                                           •  Update record-keeping of Incident and make available to relevant personnel.
Damage to lighthouse's fabric (no heritage significance)   • Assess extent of damage (carried out by AMSA or selected contractors)

                                                           •  Identify possible impact on heritage fabric in any work carried out to restore fabric

                                                           •  Implement best practice management of restoration work

                                                           •  Update record-keeping of Incident and make available to relevant personnel.
Light upgrade                                              • Assess possible loss of heritage value in the event of an upgrade

                                                           •  Seek expert heritage