Archaeology

Archaeological Impact Assessment Guidelines

Appendix C

Recommended Qualifications for Professional Archaeological Consultants

The following recommended provisions are intended to ensure the professional treatment of archaeological resources as outlined in the British Columbia Archaeological Impact Assessment Guidelines. These provisions apply to all persons responsible for coordinating, directing or reporting archaeological impact assessment and management studies. These recommendations are designed to be flexible and qualifications should be reviewed on a case by case basis.

  • MA in archaeology or anthropology with a specialty in archaeology, or BA with an equivalent combination of post-graduate training and experience.
  • must be eligible to hold an archaeological permit in British Columbia
  • demonstrated ability to design and conduct archaeological research, and to complete a final report in a timely manner.
  • compliance with all conditions of previous permits or ministerial orders.
  • access to facilities necessary to carry out field work, analysis and report preparation.
  • access to the services of related specialists such as faunal and floral analysis, geomorphologists and pedologists when required.
  • can serve as a repository for the proper curation of recovered cultural materials, or establish a satisfactory arrangement with such a repository.

 

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