THE HONG KONG INSTITUTE OF SURVEYORS

Code	:	2016111
Event Name	:	Basic Knowledge in Heritage Conservation (The 3rd Series) - Event 3A: Understand Good Conservation Practices through Criteria of UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards Projects
CPD Code	:	Formal Events
Speaker	:	Mr S.L. LAM Mr S.L. LAM was a Senior Maintenance Surveyor of Architectural Services Department prior to his retirement. He has practicing conservation works since 1990 and has received a lot of local and international awards in conservation projects, including UNESCO Asia Pacific Heritage Awards: 2003 -Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 2005- Conservation of St. Joseph’s Chapel at Yim Tin Tsai Sai Kung.
Event Date	:	2016-08-04
Event Time	:	7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Registration Closing Date	:	2016-07-21
CPD Hour(s)	:	1.5
Divisional PQSL Hour(s)	:	1.5
Venue	:	Surveyors Learning Centre, Room 1207, 12/F, Wing On Centre, 111 Connaught Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Division	:	BSD
Organizer	:	BSD
Fee	:	HK$120 for HKIS members; HK$180 for non-members (HK$30 walk-in surcharge on all prices listed)
Priority	:	HKIS BSD members and who applied & paid all three (3) events; First-come first served
Language	:	Cantonese supplemented by English
Details	:	With the increase in private participations in conservation projects, BSD is planning to formulate training course and CPD events to surveyors to equip them with the conservation knowledge and practical experience. Following the first two series of conservation seminars, here come the 3^rd series: Practical Conservation Knowledge. The 1^st Series: Basic knowledge in heritage conservation and its opportunities The 2^nd Series: Technical knowledge in Conservation Works The 3^rd Series: Practical Conservation Knowledge Event 3A: Understand Good Conservation Practices through Criteria of UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards Projects Event 3B: Introduction to Historic Timber Structure Timber structures have been used for more than a thousand years yet constantly been attacked by fungus, insects, environment and misuse. It is an excellent material in many aspects and has a very high strength to weight ratio. This talk outlines the material properties, strength and weakness of such material in the building structures. It also touches on the survey technique, strengthening options, repair methods to rectify defects, fire aspect and preservation etc. Case studies will also be presented for the repair of the timber structures. Event 3C: Site Visit – Revitalization of Yim Tin Tsai Island, Sai Kung UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation 2005 – Heritage Conservation of St. Joseph’s Chapel: A catalyst project for enhancement of the cultural landscape of the island. UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation 2015 (Award of Distinction) – the Revitalization of the Saltpans of Yim Tin Tsai Island, this project contributes to expanding the envelope of conservation practice to an overlooked form of industrial heritage.
Remarks	:	FULL (NO WALK IN AVAILABLE)
Payment	:	HKD 120
Face-to-Face/Zoom	:	Please refer to the remarks

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1.	I confirm that I fully understand and accept the risk of joining the above visit. Under no circumstances shall The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors ("HKIS"), their staff or agents be held liable for the consequence of any accidents whether or not they are caused by the negligence of the HKIS, their staff and/or agents.
2.	Members participating in the above visit shall be in good health condition.
3.	While the HKIS has arranged Group Personal Accident insurance for members joining the above visit, members who have been accepted for joining the above visit can consider procuring an appropriate insurance policy to cover their own risks before attending the event.
4.	Claims related to COVID-19 and/or pandemics are excluded under the insurance policy procured by the HKIS.