Hi there, I hope you are well. I have extensive experience working on projects involving heritage elements and artifacts. Before commencing any project, we always develop and agree on a Heritage/Artefact Management Plan and establish a set of procedures to follow. If we discover an artefact during the works, the area is typically isolated and the project is required to notify the relevant authorities to ensure proper handling. For instance, during the construction of the new Central Station for Sydney Metro (a project exceeding $1 billion), I was involved in the upgrades works for the main train station in Sydney, located above the discontinued Devonshire Street Cemetery. During excavation works, we identified both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal artifacts. We promptly involved the relevant authorities to ensure all legal procedures were followed. To maintain the integrity of the artifacts and avoid any risks of disruption, we ceased work in that area and isolated it using zebra tape, scaffolding, traffic cones, and other safety measures. When necessary, a team of archaeologists and other professionals, such as medical examiners, were called in to investigate and further study the finding. Once their work was complete, we received permission to resume construction. Managing the interface between historical integrity and construction work is always challenging due to the potential disruptions these findings can cause to construction schedules. Allowing for project contingencies and ensuring contracts are clear and fair helps mitigate problems for both owners and contractors. For further details, feel free to contact me on denys.schwartz@gmail.com / denys@constructionfront.com and also refer to this report from Sydney Metro with very interesting information: https://www.sydneymetro.info/sites/default/files/2022-08/Central-Station-Main-Works-HIP.pdf I would be pleased if my comments can be linked to my website: constructionfront.com Best regards, Denys Schwartz