Workshop - Repointing Mortar Joints at Como House

This workshop will allow you the opportunity to repoint mortar joints at Como House in South Yarra under the direction a heritage professional.

Outcomes include:

• Awareness of the Health and Safety issues involved in the pointing works

• Familiarity with lime, sand and aggregate selection processes

• Practical awareness of materials preparation and use including tool handling

• Heritage philosophy as to the extent of pointing intervention

Workshop includes the provision of PPE including gloves and eye protection.

This workshop is an initiative of the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) to use conservation works projects at our properties to demonstrate best conservation practice and create meaningful learning opportunities for trades, professionals and the general public.

The safety of our visitors and staff remain our top priority. We have put measures in place to protect the health and wellbeing of everyone. Please note the following protective measures and conditions of entry will apply to all visitors and staff.

Conditions of Entry:

– Masks will be mandatory indoors for all visitors aged eight years and over.

– You must register your details upon entry by scanning the Service Victoria QR Code, please download the Service Victoria app prior to your visit for a smooth check-in process

– Observe personal health and hygiene measures, as well as safe social distancing signage and contactless transactions

– Understand that areas may be partially closed off to implement safety protocols

Updated Conditions

Please be aware double vaccination status will be required for all visitors (over 18), staff, volunteers and contractors to National Trust of Australia (Victoria) properties. Note: this does not apply to those with a valid medical exemption.

You will be required to present proof of your COVID-19 vaccination on check-in with our friendly COVID marshal. Please see below for acceptable proof of vaccination status:

Acceptable proof of vaccination status includes:

• COVID-19 Digital Certificate uploaded to the Services Victoria app

• COVID-19 Digital Certificate uploaded to phone wallet/saved to smartphone

• Printed Australian Immunisation Register certificate together with photo ID

• Printed COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate together with photo ID

• Medical exemption with valid, original letter signed and issued by a specified medical practitioner class ID together with photo ID

Please note the following will not be accepted as proof of vaccination status:

• Vaccine appointment card

• Valid vaccination documentation without proof of ID

• Negative COVID-19 test result

Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult.

For a smooth check-in progress, you can download the Service Victoria app and attach your proof of vaccination prior to your visit.

We ask that you treat our team with respect. Any rude and abusive behaviour will not be tolerated.

National Trust of Australia (Victoria) COVID Safe Plan

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) has prepared this plan to minimise the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission occurring to stakeholders, staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors. This plan is based on a review of risks to operations, both offices, gardens and spaces open to the public.

For more information please visit www.nationaltrust.org.au/covid-19-information

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