Protecting a Broken Window: Vandalism and Security at Rural Rock Art Sites

Yates, Donna; Bērziņa, Diāna; Wright, Aaron M.

doi:10.1080/00330124.2021.1957690

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“…Spray paint or engraved graffiti covering rock art are reported worldwide with different damage intensities [8,[85][86][87]. The removals and thefts of portions of rock art panels have been frequently reported, as done by collectors, and sometimes in the past also by scholars [88][89][90]. To these deliberate damages, we should also add acts of iconoclasm that can target and destroy specific motifs [91][92][93].…”

Section: Human-related Processesmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Sustainability of Rock Art: Preservation and Research

Zerboni

Villa

et al. 2022

Sustainability

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Rock art is a widespread cultural heritage, representing an immovable element of the material culture created on natural rocky supports. Paintings and petroglyphs can be found within caves and rock shelters or in open-air contexts and for that reason they are not isolated from the processes acting at the Earth surface. Consequently, rock art represents a sort of ecosystem because it is part of the complex and multidirectional interplay between the host rock, pigments, environmental parameters, and microbial communities. Such complexity results in several processes affecting rock art; some of them contribute to its destruction, others to its preservation. To understand the effects of such processes an interdisciplinary scientific approach is needed. In this contribution, we discuss the many processes acting at the rock interface—where rock art is present—and the multifaceted possibilities of scientific investigations—non-invasive or invasive—offered by the STEM disciplines. Finally, we suggest a sustainable approach to investigating rock art allowing to understand its production as well as its preservation and eventually suggest strategies to mitigate the risks threatening its stability.

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Section: Human-related Processesmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Sustainability of Rock Art: Preservation and Research

Zerboni

Villa

et al. 2022

Sustainability

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“…In this second evaluation process, five papers were excluded. The SLR made it possible to define indicators and indices of use for a quantitative assessment of the specific risk Vandalism [92][93][94][95][96][97][98] in order to implement it in the prepared framework. Evidence of the classification of various types of vandalism that can affect cultural heritage (e.g., graffiti, ideological vandalism) was found.…”

Section: Vandalismmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Framework for a Hazard Taxonomy to Support Risk Assessment of Tangible Outdoor Heritage

Battisti,

Figliola,

Santarelli

2024

Heritage

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The variety of hazards with a potential impact on cultural heritage requires a multidisciplinary approach and a preliminary overview of the existing methods for risk assessment in order to define a comprehensive hazard taxonomy. The starting point of the research thus aims to build a multidisciplinary framework to support the risk assessment process according to the classification of cultural heritage based on the harmonization of European vocabularies’ definitions and protocols. To collect the necessary information, such as hazard classification, indicators, indices and thresholds, a series of methodologies was adopted: analysis of the main international protocols and the EU Research projects related to risk assessment in cultural heritage, expert-based knowledge and a systematic literature review. The research aims to fill a gap in the field of quantitative and indicator-based risk assessment that does not present a unique and all-encompassing framework capable of collecting the main natural and anthropic risks along with the related taxonomy in a single repository. The framework has been set up to be consulted by researchers, professionals and public administrations to support the evaluation process of potential risks on tangible outdoor heritage enabling users to incrementally add exposure and vulnerability data for each specific risk.

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“…When evaluating the effectiveness of a specific building site security policy, the area where the construction is taking place must also be taken into account. According to a recent study on theft and vandalism, location is a key risk factor that undoubtedly affects construction site security (Yates et al, 2022).…”

Section: Security Loss and Controlmentioning

confidence: 99%

Theft and Vandalism Control Measures on Construction Sites

Arthur-Aidoo,

Coffie,

Abeka

et al. 2024

AJAR

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Purpose: The goal of this study is to determine and improve the best security practices within Ghanaian construction sites to control theft and vandalism incidents. Design/Methodology/Approach: A purposive sampling technique was adopted for the population which were indigenous small and medium-sized construction firms of D1KI and D2K2 categories to complete the semi-structured questionnaire. Out of the total of 80 questionnaires distributed, only 65 responses were retrieved for analysis. Descriptive statistics comprising, frequencies and mean scores were used. Findings: The findings showed that the most effective and often utilized security measure on construction sites is the hiring of watchmen, with security cameras, alarm systems, and warning signs being the least frequently employed. Sites would most likely be protected from theft by effective implementation of the most important security measures while also guaranteeing that the value for money invested in site security is also realized. Research Limitation/Implications: The effectiveness of theft and vandalism control measures may vary based on specific site characteristics, such as location, size, and type of construction. Generalising findings from one site to all construction contexts may not be applicable. Social Implication: Incidents of theft and vandalism can lead to social tensions within the community, especially if residents perceive construction activities as a source of risk. Effective control measures mitigate these tensions, fostering a more harmonious relationship between construction companies and the local population. Practical Implication: Minimizing the impact of theft and vandalism contributes to the timely completion of construction projects. Unanticipated delays due to security incidents can be avoided, ensuring that projects adhere to planned schedules and deadlines. Originality/ Value: The originality of this paper lies in its targeted investigation into theft and vandalism control measures on small and medium-sized construction sites, offering innovative and contextually relevant solutions that address the unique challenges faced by SMEs in the construction industry.

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Protecting a Broken Window: Vandalism and Security at Rural Rock Art Sites

Cited by 7 publications

References 8 publications

The Sustainability of Rock Art: Preservation and Research

The Sustainability of Rock Art: Preservation and Research

A Framework for a Hazard Taxonomy to Support Risk Assessment of Tangible Outdoor Heritage

Theft and Vandalism Control Measures on Construction Sites

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