Arts in Health, Asset Management Policy



PolicyArts in Health ProgramPolicy StatementThis policy is to provide guidance for the Arts in Health Program within ACT Health.The Arts in Health Program positively contributes to the vision of ensuring that ACT Health facilities are a vibrant, colourful, engaging and therapeutic place of treatment, healing and rehabilitation. The Program represents a unique opportunity to connect with patients and carers as valued members of the ACT community. It builds an inclusive sense of community, respecting our diverse backgrounds and abilities and in so doing enhances the delivery of health services to our community. Art in the healthcare environment makes users of ACT Health services feel more welcome and also increases staff satisfaction. The art meets infection control standards (see Attachment B). The Arts in Health Program enhances the healthcare environment and aligns with the ACT Health Directorate’s core values of Care, Excellence, Collaboration and Integrity. In keeping with the ACT Health Reconciliation Action Plan 2015-18, the entrances of all new ACT Health buildings showcase work by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists thus ensuring that this work will be properly included within the larger strategy of providing a culturally welcoming environment. PurposeThe purpose of this policy is to outline the policy framework for the Arts in Health Program. The key objective of the Arts in Health Program is to enhance the delivery of health services to the Canberra community by ACT Health through the provision of art across Canberra Hospital and Health Services facilities. ScopeThis policy applies to all ACT Health facilities and staff in their engagement with the arts. In particular, this policy applies to new and existing building projects. The Arts in Health Program and Committee will be consulted during the planning and design phase of new building work. The Canberra Hospital Foundation works closely with the Arts in Health Program in the context of enriching the healthcare environment.Roles & ResponsibilitiesThe Executive Director, Business Support Services is the Chair of the Arts in Health Committee and is responsible for its administration.The Arts in Health Committee directs the work of the Curator to create a therapeutic and culturally welcoming environment in ACT Health facilities.The Curator reports to the Chair of the Arts in Health Committee and is responsible for developing and maintaining the Arts in Health Program, including proposing acquisitions, de-accessions and maintenance of works of art in ACT Health facilities in accordance with the Arts in Health policy and procedure documents. The Curator will liaise with art therapists and will develop relationships with local arts organisations and the broader community. The electronic Asset Register is maintained by the Curator in accordance with ACT Health asset management protocols. EvaluationOutcome Measures All works in the Arts in Health Collection meet the Collection Criteria (Attachment A) Patients, clients, consumers, and their carers, families, visitors and staff are able to provide feedback and comments about the works of art through The Canberra Hospital Foundation, the Curator and through feedback to hospital staff.Acquisition and maintenance processes meet ACT Government protocols and industry standards. (see Procedure Arts in Health—Asset Management in ACT Health and Attachment C).MethodAcquisitions will be measured against the Collection Criteria and presented to the Arts in Health Committee for evaluation.User Feedback and comments about works in the collection to be collected via periodic review and reported to the Arts in Health Committee All works of art in the collection are listed on the electronic Asset RegisterAll works of art on the asset register have accurate documentation Related Policies, Procedures, Guidelines and LegislationPoliciesACT Health Fundraising PolicyACT Arts Policy 2015ACT Health Strategic Asset Management PolicyACT Health Procurement PolicyACT Department of Territory and Municipal Services, Parks Conservation and Land, Memorials PolicyACT Disposals PolicyProcurement Policy Circular PC15 ‘Moral Rights for further information’ The ACT Government Procurement Policy Circular Version 1, November 2011 PC06: ‘Disposal of Assets’ProceduresProcedure, Arts in Health – Asset Management in ACT Health Facilities FrameworksACT Health Reconciliation Action Plan 2015-18National Arts and Health Policy Framework, 2013LegislationCopyright Act 1968Copyright Amendment (Moral Rights) Act 2000Definition of TermsWork of art - Can be a painting, sculpture, poem, piece of music, or other product of the creative arts, especially one with strong imaginative or aesthetic appeal which has been made by an artist/craftsperson. De-accessioning – The permanent removal of an object from the collection.De-commissioning – The permanent removal of an object from the site.References“De-accessioning of material from the collection” Collections law, legal issues for Australian Archives, Galleries, Libraries and Museums Simpsons; Lawyers for collecting institutions. This publication was supported by Department of Regional Australia, Local Government, Arts and Sport. Published on January 30, 2009 “Findings from an independent evaluation of Art at the Canberra Hospital” EContext, December 2015. “National Arts and Health Policy Framework“ 2013 National Health and Medical Research Council (Australia) (2010). Australian guidelines for the prevention and control of infection in healthcare. NHMRC, A.C.TSearch TermsArt, Arts, Program, Acquisition, Maintenance, De-accessioning AttachmentsAttachment A – Collection CriteriaAttachment B – Infection Prevention and Control: Guidelines for art in ACT HealthAttachment C – Guidelines for gifts of works of art made to ACT HealthDisclaimer: This document has been developed by ACT Health, <Name of Division/ Branch/Unit> specifically for its own use. Use of this document and any reliance on the information contained therein by any third party is at his or her own risk and Health Directorate assumes no responsibility whatsoever.Date AmendedSection AmendedApproved ByEg: July 2017AllPACArts in Health Program Attachment A - Collection CriteriaAll acquisitions will:Enhance ACT Health’s delivery of health services to the Canberra communityPositively contribute to ACT Health facilities as welcoming, engaging and therapeutic places of treatment, healing and rehabilitation Enhance the quality of life of the patients, community and staff Align with the ACT Health values of Care, Excellence, Collaboration and IntegrityBe of high quality, representing a diversity of artistic practice Communicate readily to a broad range of visitors and users Respond to the diversity of need amongst patients, carers and staff in ACT HealthCreate a sense of quality careSupport orientation and way findingProvide positive distractionEnhance the image of ACT Health.Practical Considerations - all acquisitions will:Be appropriate in size and materials to the proposed locationHave correct documentation demonstrating legal title and provenance Have no conditions attached to the donationBe in good condition with minimal or no inherent material viceNot feature distasteful or explicit nudes or anatomy, viscera, foreboding or negative subject matter, specifically religious or political iconography, or depict deceased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons unless the relevant community is fully consulted.Be able to meet infection control standards as outlined in the Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines for Art in ACT Health Special Consideration should be given to works that:Build an inclusive sense of community; respecting the diverse backgrounds and abilities of the ACT CommunityDepict activities of the ACT communityRepresent the topography, geography, flora and fauna of the ACTAre by local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons.Arts in Health Program Attachment B - Infection Prevention and Control Guidelines for Art in ACT HealthWhy Infection Control standards matter for a healthcare facility art collectionThe key issue for a healthcare facility art collection is to reduce the potential for transfer of infection through touch and the harbouring of infectious material through build-up of dust. Some materials, such as textiles and textured surfaces attract curious fingers that leave a residue that is damaging both to the object and the next set of curious fingers. The key policy objective of ACT Health is that the space be a therapeutic place of healing. The Arts and Health Program supports this goal. Why arts matter in a healthcare facility environmentThe key policy objective of the Arts in Health Program is to enhance ACT Health’s delivery of health services to the Canberra community and catchment area. Impressive national and international research has repeatedly demonstrated that arts programs and activities make significant contributions to health outcomes. Evidence based research demonstrates that participation in the arts leads to improved mental and physical health including reduced stress, maintenance of mental health, promoted healing, sustained brain development and increased referrals to health services. Best practiceThe Arts in Health Program embraces the infection control policies as a way of ensuring that best practice in health outcomes are achieved and that the presentation of the works in the collection will continue to be a positive addition to the healthcare environment long into the future. Preventative conservation is a strategy often used in the arts. It means the appropriate selection and positioning of works of art so that environmental factors such as light, temperature and relative humidity, and other conditions that may affect the long-term preservation do not degrade the object over time. Best practice in relation to infection control is a further layer on this, being mindful of the materials in relation to routine cleaning and minimizing their attraction to being touched.ExceptionsWorks that invite touch can be installed without framing only if a strict cleaning schedule is maintained for the item (frequency to be determined in consultation with Infection Control). This can be difficult to maintain in-house in the long-term without appropriate ongoing handling training and maintenance instructions and may best be undertaken by a qualified cultural conservation specialist. For these reasons materials that invite touch should be avoided, including tactile sculptures. Quilts and textiles can be placed behind acrylic following the model of the Snowy Hydro Southcare Quilt.Guidelines for materialsMediaManagement strategyInfection control guidelines textiles, 3D objects framed behind acrylic or in showcasesSuitable for areas with a moderate risk ratingworks on paper (Including prints and photographs, textiles (including quilts)framed behind acrylicif quilts are not behind acrylic there must be a regular cleaning schedule with a date attached to the hanging indicating when last cleanedSuitable for areas with a moderate risk ratingwallpapers, vinyl, acrylic filmmust be wipe-able with a dilute bleach solutionlifting wallpaper/vinyl should be removed and replacedSuitable for areas with a high risk rating. May be suitable for clinical areas dependent on consultation with infection control.canvasesshould be given frames and backing boardsglazing dependent on location, consult Infection Controlporous or perforated/ heavily worked canvasses will be glazedSuitable for areas with a low risk ratingmetal, glass, ceramic must be wipe-able with a dilute bleach solution in high risk areasSuitable for areas with a high risk rating.The healthcare environment The healthcare environment can be categorised into types of spaces for the purposes of art placement and these are listed below. Non public office spaces where the placement of art is not a priority are outside the scope of this paper. If in doubt the curator will consult the Infection Prevention and Control Unit for advice. Management StrategiesAny item that is to be installed in ACT Health buildings should not collect dust or attract touch by visitors to the healthcare facility. They should be able to be cleaned and dusted by standard ACT Health cleaning contractors on a regular basis. Works on paper should be housed behind acrylic, other materials should be able to be wiped clean with dilute bleach. If an object does not lend itself to this routine cleaning program it must be housed in such a way that such cleaning is enabled or it should not be acquired.References:Dancer Stephanie J ‘Importance of the environment in methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus acquisition: the case for hospital cleaning’ Vol 8 February 2008National Health and Medical Research Council (Australia) (2010). Australian guidelines for the prevention and control of infection in healthcare. NHMRC, A.C.TAvailable on the internet as at 20/02/2011 at:HYPERLINK ""http:/?/?.au/?publications/?synopses/?cd33syn.htmRisk stratification table based on types of spaces within the healthcare facility or serviceRisk assessment Indicative SpacesDescription of SpacePriority for works of artInfection Control ConcernsPossible MediaLowSignalled by inclusion of pot plants, carpets coffee shops etcFoyer spaces Highest circulation of the public using these spacesHigh priority spaces for placement of works of artAll surfaces will be routinely cleanedPhotographs, textiles, works on paper etc behind acrylic. Timber to be lacqueredMetal, glass, ceramic Canvases may be unglazed if there is a reasonable expectation that they will not be touched and can be cleaned with a feather duster. They should be framed with backing boards.ModerateSignalled by inclusion of textiles on seating, bookcases, coffee tables Secondary reception areas: including waiting rooms, conference rooms, corridors,Patients may be waiting treatmentModerate priority spaces for placement of works of artAll surfaces will be routinely cleaned, Photographs, textiles, works on paper etc behind acrylic. Timber to be lacqueredMetal, glass, ceramic Canvases to be discussed on a case by case basisCorridors between wardsCirculation corridorsCommunity health centres, consultation/outpatient clinicHigh traffic areasModerate priority spaces for placement of works of artPhotographs, textiles, works on paper etc behind acrylic. Timber to be lacqueredMetal, glass, ceramic Canvases to be discussed on a case by case basisHighSignalled by controlled accessClinical spacesSpaces where treatment takes placeLow priority spaces for placement of works of art unless required for clinical/ distractive purposesOnly work that can be routinely cleaned, where there is no possibility of a build up of dust in hidden areas.Digital art, wallpapers, acrylic/vinyl films made by artists. photographs, textiles, works on paper, canvasses, etc. behind acrylic. Metal, glass, ceramic All materials can be wiped over with a dilute bleach solutionConsultation roomsOften these spaces do not have windows and can be seen as threatening or alienatingDependent on need Cleaning is paramount within these areas. Photographs, textiles, works on paper, canvasses, etc. behind acrylic. Metal, glass, ceramic Staff may wish to hang their awards this is acceptable so long as the items can be cleaned with detergent and water and driedArts in Health Program Attachment C - Guidelines for Gifts of Works of Art made to ACT HealthThese Guidelines will ensure that all works of art acquired through the process of donation meet ACT Health Art Collection Criteria and respects the needs of the donor. It will ensure that all works of art in the collection of ACT Health support and enhance the organisation’s delivery of health services to the Canberra community.These Guidelines apply across ACT Health when gifts of works of art are offered to the organisation. This guideline is intended to support the process of managing the offer of gifts of works of art to ACT Health by directing enquiries through the Canberra Hospital Foundation (CHF) to the Arts in Health Curator. All proposed gifts of works of art will be treated as acquisition proposals and will be examined by the Arts in Health Committee.When a donor proposes the gift of a work of art to ACT HealthIf a donor proposes the gift of a work of art to ACT Health they will be advised of the principles which inform the Arts in Health Collection Criteria, and the Arts in Health Curator will be made available to discuss the proposal. In this way the donor can be assured of donating a work which can be fully integrated into ACT Health’s Art Collection. ACT Health facilities are specialised environments and their internal spaces have unique and complex requirements. A work which might be very appropriate for an art gallery may not be appropriate for the Arts in Health Program. The key policy objective of the Arts in Health Program is to enhance ACT Health’s delivery of health services to the Canberra community. Once accepted into the collection, ACT Health has an ongoing responsibility for the work, not only for display and proper documentation but also storage and conservation when appropriate. The initial low cost should not obscure the fact that ongoing maintenance costs are attached to the work under appropriate professional management.Financial donation to the Canberra Hospital Foundation ‘for any purpose including works of art’ may be the most appropriate option, enabling the acquisition of a work for a space or a Division with specialist needs. The donor’s gift will be credited on the label associated with the work (eg. Gift of the Citizen family). The donor should be aware that the needs of the work, as well as the needs of the individual sites and the collection as a whole may mean that the work may not be on permanent display.When a work of art is offered as a giftThe Canberra Hospital Foundation or the Secretariat for the Arts in Health Committee will alert the Arts in Health Curator when a work of art is offered as a gift. Gifts of works of art will be treated as acquisition proposals and will be examined against the Collection Criteria. Many gifts of works of art have a personal and topical relevance and may not meet the Arts in Health Program Collection Criteria.AcquisitionIf the work of art fulfils the collection criteria and is accepted by the Arts in Health Committee it will be accepted into the collection. Once in the collection the work will be managed for the benefit of ACT Health and will be rested and moved as required by the work and the operational requirements of ACT Health.If the work does not fulfil the acquisition guidelinesThe ongoing management and care of a work of art which does not complement ACT Health functions has the potential to become an expensive and challenging responsibility over time. If the work does not fulfil the collection criteria, the Arts in Health Committee may advise on the conservation and exhibition requirements of the work. The Committee may recommend that the work be offered to other ACT Government departments, repositories of ACT collections (including the Canberra Museum and Gallery, libraries, archives and special interest collections), educational or community institutions. The Committee may also recommend that the work be donated to a nominated non-profit organisation or charity rather than enter the collection. From time to time it may be appropriate for the proposed work to be sold or raffled for fundraising purposes for the art collection. If the work ceases to meet the collection guidelines, ACT Health will follow strict guidelines for de-accessioning and disposal according to established industry standards, and in a way that the cultural value of works is not lost to the wider community as described in the De-Accessioning of Art in ACT Health Facilities Procedure.Definition of Terms A gift of a picture will often be a mass-produced item. Occasionally it might be a work of art. A work of art is difficult to define. In this context a useful definition might be anything which has been made by an artist/craftsperson. If in doubt please consult the Arts in Health Curator. ................
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