Built Heritage and Conservation (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What is the main goal of heritage conservation?
What is the main goal of heritage conservation?
Prevent deterioration & return to original
What are the three fundamental principles of conservation work called?
What are the three fundamental principles of conservation work called?
The 3 R's
In conservation, what is always preferred over replacement?
In conservation, what is always preferred over replacement?
Repair work
What does restoration involve in conservation?
What does restoration involve in conservation?
Refurbishing to original state
What characterises the reconstruction approach?
What characterises the reconstruction approach?
Old & new sections clearly visible
When was the Office of Public Works (OPW) established?
When was the Office of Public Works (OPW) established?
1831
When was the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH) established?
When was the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH) established?
1990
Who maintains the Record of Protected Structures (RPS)?
Who maintains the Record of Protected Structures (RPS)?
Local authorities
What legal protection does the RPS provide?
What legal protection does the RPS provide?
Protection from inappropriate alteration
What is An Taisce's primary focus?
What is An Taisce's primary focus?
Environmental protection