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Identify and
describe the national and international bodies that govern the conservation of
historic timber buildings. 1
Identify and
describe current standards and guidelines for the conservation of historic
timber buildings. 2
Identify and
describe preservation ethics as they pertain to the conservation of historic
timber buildings. 3
Identify, describe
and discuss issues of timber supply related to the conservation of historic
timber buildings. 4
Identify, describe
and discuss the significance of preserving historic craft techniques and how
this relates to the conservation of historic timber buildings. 5
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LEARNING
TASKS |
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CONTENT |
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1. Conservation bodies |
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United Nations Educational,
Scientific & Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
International Council On
Monuments & Sites (ICOMOS)
Traditional Timberframe
Research & Advisory Group (TTRAG)
World Conservation
Historic Preservation
Services (HPS) of National Park Service (NPS) of US Department of the
Interior
State & Municipal Bodies |
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2. Conservation standards and guidelines |
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International Charter for the
Conservation and Restoration of Sites and Monuments (The
Principals for the
Preservation of Historic Timber Structures (Mexico 1999, ICOMOS)
Charter on the Built
Vernacular Heritage (Mexico 1999, ICOMOS)
Standards for Rehabilitation,
Secretary of the Interior
A Preservation Charter for
the Historic Towns and Monuments of the
National Historic
Preservation Act (NHPA)
State & Municipal
Standards & Guidelines |
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3. Conservation ethics |
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Case Studies
Creating Building Records
Preservation of Historic
Fabric
Authenticity
Period Restoration
Rehabilitation
Period Reconstruction
Determining Levels of
Intervention
Cultural Relevance & Use
Change of Use
Upgrading Electrical /
Mechanical / Safety Systems
Introduction of Synthetic
Materials
Building & Artefact
Removal & Relocation
Additions to Existing Buildings
& Upgrading
Stabilization &
Maintenance
Materials, Workmanship &
Distinguishablity
Materials, Workmanship &
Reversability
Patina
Chemical Treatments
(Fungacide, Pesticide, Wood Preservative, Etc)
Structural Integrity
Existing Condition Surveys
& Reports
Dismantling & Relocation
(Relevance of Environment) |
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4. Timber supply |
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Case Studies
Supply of Dry Wood for
Repairs
Sourcing Special Timbers
(Length, Girth, Specific Shapes, Etc)
Quality & Durability of
Timber Now & Then
Historic
Historic Timber Selection
& Harvesting |
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5. Preservation of craft techniques |
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Case Studies
Tools & Tool Techniques
Layout Techniques
Timber Selection &
Conversion
Forensic Studies of Historic
Carpentry Techniques
Written Records |
Theory:61
i)
Given a multiple choice test of
30 recall/recognition type questions about the ethics and standards of
conserving historic timber buildings, the learner will answer all questions
within 30 minutes and score a minimum of 70%, or 21 correct answers. 62
ii)
Learners will correctly define
the following terms and give illustrative examples of how each term might apply
to historic timber buildings: 63
a)
Conservation 64
b)
Preservation 65
c)
Reconstruction 66
d)
Rehabilitation 67
e)
Stabilization 68
f)
Renovation 69
g)
Alteration 70
iii)
In an group environment,
learners will discuss the different ways that countries and cultures interpret
and put into practice the above terms. 71
Practical:72
iv)
Learners will develop a brief
(1-2 page) written statement outlining their own conservation philosophy, and
present this to colleagues in a group setting for the purpose of discussion. 73
v)
In a group environment, and
using examples of important timber buildings, learners will discuss the
relevance of timber supply to the conservation of historic timber buildings. 74
vi)
In a group environment, and
using case studies of major restoration / reconstruction projects, learners
will discuss the relevance of preserving historic craft techniques to the
conservation of historic timber buildings. 75
DESCRIPTION 76
Demonstrate how to
plan and organise a safe frame dismantling. 77
Demonstrate pre-work
planning and perform dismantling briefings. 78
Demonstrate how to
safely and effectively dismantle a timber-framed building. 79
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LEARNING
TASKS |
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CONTENT |
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1. Pre-work planning and briefings |
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OSHA Regulations
Risk Assessment
Site Inspection
Crew Make-up (Required
Qualifications & Capabilities, Specialist Crewmembers Needed, Etc)
Educating the Client
Permits
Special Hazards (Disease,
Faeces, Animals, Dust, Fire, Etc)
Method Statement /
Dismantling Plan
Role of Surveys, Drawings
& Photo-Record
Controlled Access Zones
Special Access Requirements
Press & Public On Site
Lifting Plan & Pick List
Lowering & Moving Big
Sections
Bracing & Shoring Plan
Crew Briefing, Agenda &
Minutes
Marking & Cataloguing
Frame Components
Marking & Cataloguing
Fixings & Fasteners
Equipment List for Site /
Site Checklist
Emergency Planning &
Emergency Contacts
Contact Site Agent / Owner
Communications |
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2. Bracing, shoring and scaffolding |
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