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Method Statement for Application of Waterproofing Membrane

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Method Statement for Application of

Waterproofing Membrane
By Noel MadesPosted on February 18, 2014In Method Statement (Civil)40 Comments

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The purpose of the application of waterproofing is to prevent the water to

percolate or penetrate into any underground concrete members. When the water
penetrates into the sub-grade concrete-like foundation such as mat foundation,
footing, tie beam, etc. the steel reinforcement that embedded in the concrete
would corrode due to a chemical reaction caused by water and the structure
would eventually fail.

Application of waterproofing especially for large structures would have to be

strictly supervised by a quality engineer in order to prevent failure of application
or nonconformity to the quality procedure.

In this method statement, we’ll be going to use the membrane type

waterproofing, this type of waterproofing is advisable for structures like high-rise
building which has a deeper foundation where water pressure is extremely high.

Here is the method statement for application of waterproofing membrane.

1. Title

Method Statement for Application of Waterproofing Membrane

2. Purpose and scope

The purpose of this method statement is to describe the measures and ways of
the proper application of waterproofing membrane in our project. Work shall be
carried out as per the drawing and project specification.

3. Work procedure

1. Work preparation and application of primer:

 Any undulations or protrusions on the surface would be removed in
order to obtain a smooth surface. The surface must be thoroughly
cleaned and free from dust, dirt loose materials, oil or grease.
 50x50mm size fillet made of cement-sand (1:3) mix would be placed
along corners of walls or neck columns and any other junctions.
2. Application
 For horizontal waterproofing membrane application. Two layers of
4mm thick modified bituminous membrane shall be laid fully torched
on blinding concrete with a minimum of 100m end laps and 150mm
side laps.
 The blinding surface shall be primed with the primer recommended by
the manufacturer of the membrane prior to placing the membrane.
Prior to succeeding works, the applied primer shall be inspected by the
Engineer 24 hours after the placement.
 Primer Application
 Waterproofing membrane installation shall be performed using cylinder
fed propane gas torch, trowel to seal the seams of the membrane and
knife for cutting.
 The membrane is then placed in the correct torching on position then
re-rolled for about half of its length without changing its orientation.
 The membrane is then un-rolled again and torched on pressing the
melted area against the substrate.
 Membrane Application
 Repeat till the entire length of the membrane is bonded firmly onto the
surface then the second membrane is laid in the same way with an
overlap of 150mm at the end and 100mm at the side.
 An extra length of minimum 300mm of the horizontal membrane shall
be left to carry up the vertical surface to maintain continuity of the
membrane and be protected as above.
 For vertical application, two layers of 4mm thick modified bituminous
waterproofing membrane shall be applied to all vertical surfaces of
gunited shoring or blockworks wall.
 Before applying the waterproofing membrane, concrete surfaces shall
be primed with primer recommended by the manufacturer of the
membrane but then again it should be inspected by the Engineer 24
hours after the placement.
 The extra portion of 300 mm of the horizontal membrane left shall be
turned up and wrapped on to the vertical primed surfaces. The
continuity of the membrane shall be maintained by minimum laps of
150mm.
 The membrane on the exposed external vertical surfaces shall be
carried up to a minimum of 150 mm above the finished ground level
(i.e. sidewalk, parapet, etc.) and tucked into a continuous groove
provided for the same and secured firmly with approved sealant/mastic
recommended by the manufacturer of the membrane.
 The membrane fixed on the gunited or concrete wall shall be protected
from any damage due to rebar fixing, formworks, concreting of the raft,
retaining wall works with approved type protection board fixed to the
membrane.
 All areas of the membrane exposed above ground shall be protected
with appropriate flashing.
 Inspection would be submitted for approval of the Engineer.
 Before fixing of steel reinforcement for foundation, the membrane shall
be covered by one layer of polythene sheet and poured with 50 mm
thick layer of cement sand screed.
 
Polythene Sheet Above Membrane
4. Safety

1. All works shall comply with safety procedure or instruction as set out in
project safety plan and municipality rules and regulation. All safety
recommendations as advised by the approved sub-contractor.
2. Basic PPE to be worn by all staff or laborers.
3. Provide lighting when working at night.
5. Equipment and tools

1. Bobcat or JCB
2. Wheel borrow
3. Metal tape
4. Torch
5. knife
6. Materials and references

1. Modified Bitumen Membrane

2. Specification Section – Waterproofing
3. Drawings
If you have any suggestions and comments on the above method statement
please feel free to leave your reply below.

Thanks!
 Read also: Understanding About Method Statement

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40 Comments
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SchalkMay 9, 2019
Dear Noel,
Thanks for all the posts. It is really helpful.
How can I contact you? Are you still in the UAE?
Regards,
Schalk
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 Noel MadesMay 11, 2019
Hi Schalk,
Welcome and thanks too for being here.
You can contact me at the contact form of this blog or email
at qualityengineersguide@gmail.com. Yes, I’m still here in Dubai.
Regards,
Noel
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NVLN CONSTRUCTIONS PVT LTD is a provider of end to end building Restoration
services to help clients to improve safety and longevity of structures.We have been
relentlessly working on providing services in concrete repairs & rehabilitation works.
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SR Buildcare TechMarch 19, 2019
Great post. It is much helpful for us. Being a waterproofing contractor we are so happy to
get this blog.
Thanks
SR Buildcare Tech
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Noel MadesMarch 26, 2019

Welcome and thanks for stopping by.
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ParexGroupJanuary 24, 2019
Excellent post! I completely Understand and I have been following your blog for quite
some time and I like the content that you share with your readers. We also provide
waterproofing membrane service and complete construction material in Singapore.
REPLY

Noel MadesJanuary 26, 2019

Thank You.
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MIrzaNovember 3, 2018
Can you please mail me the sectional detail for waterproofing in this senario?
also what is the difference in the procedure in waterproofing has to be done over a pile
cap?
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ImaJuly 28, 2018
Hey there! Someone in my Facebook group shared this website with us so I come to give
it a look. I’m definitely loving the information. I’m book-marking and will be tweeting
this to my followers! Superb blog and terrific style and design.
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Noel MadesAugust 7, 2018

Thanks a lot Ima.
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afnan alyJuly 25, 2018
Hello.
May i know what will be the resources of Workforce in waterproofing
REPLY

Noel MadesJuly 26, 2018

Hi Afnan,
Our waterproofing subcontractor has 1-Site Engineer, 1-Foreman, 3-
Applicator( holding the torch) and helpers.
Hoping the above answers complies with your question.
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Mahesh SharmaJuly 18, 2018
I am also a civil engineer by Profession working as a Quantity Surveyor in Dubai since 5
months . thank you posting such excellent Method statement for Water- proofing,
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Noel MadesJuly 19, 2018

Welcome and thanks for stopping by.
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waterproofingJune 23, 2018
This website was… how do you say it? Relevant!! Finally I have found something that
helped me.
Many thanks!
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ArifApril 25, 2018
Hi.
May i know how to remove rusty dust stained on the waterproof membrane? it caused
from welding work/steel cutting work nearby.
is it by using water jet will affected the membrane?
Thanks in advance
REPLY

Noel MadesApril 25, 2018

Hello,
 I did not experience that kind of scenario. They should have protected the
membrane before welding works. I suggest asking the supplier of
waterproofing on what is the best solution on that issue.
Regards,
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Gary PuntmanApril 20, 2018
I hadn’t didn’t know about safety in waterproofing before reading this article. It sounds
like the right equipment and supplies is crucial though. I’m glad I now know about PPE
that needs to be worn by all staff, like you said. Do these same safety precautions need to
be taken for basement waterproofing?
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MarkJanuary 29, 2018
May I know if there is any option not to use domestic cylinder for water proofing? Coz,
in my site the consultant raising a lot of issues with regards to the use of domestic LPG
cylinder.
REPLY

Noel MadesJanuary 31, 2018

We’ve been using it in our Abu Dhabi and Dubai Project. Tell your consultant
to accept the Job Safety and Environmental Analysis and Risk Assesment.
There you can reduce the risk to an acceptable level by applying control
measures.
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naOctober 26, 2017
na
Appreciate this post. Let me try it out.|
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AhmadSeptember 19, 2017
Great Mr . Noel Mades
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ManjeetSeptember 7, 2017
When we do the water testing in this methodology I mean we can do this after applying
of membrane or after screeding works.
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Noel MadesSeptember 7, 2017

After application of membrane.
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NoobQCJuly 1, 2017
Dear Noel,
I would like to know if the Method Statement for SBS Membrane for decks should be
made separate from the entire system within the section of the specification… i.e. XPS
Insulation Boards, Geotextile, Ballasts, and Concrete Pavers on pedestals, which are to be
installed subsequent to the membrane.
TAR.
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KamalaJune 7, 2017
Dear Noel
Do you have any method statement for water proofing top of the concrete floor?
BR
Kamalaraj.S
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Noel MadesJune 9, 2017

Hi Kamalaraj,
Yes, we have.
Noel
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Andrew DekkerApril 27, 2017
Dear Mr. Mades. Please, could you let me know what CCTA is? The contracts managers
on site in Mauritius have asked me to provide CCTA for cement slurry waterproofing
system/s
Regards Andrew
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UbaidFebruary 5, 2017
Dear sir,
Let me know how to ingress gas cylinder pressure?
Can you give tools details?
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AvnishJanuary 29, 2017
Hi Sir, pls. suggest me, we constructed an RCC tank for storage purpose for poly
aluminum chloride, which kind of treatment or application of paint can be used over the
wall of tank to protect against chemical reaction with concrete? Pls. share with me the
answer on my email.
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 Jayn SnowJanuary 28, 2017
Hi, do you have a topic about the hazard in various types of work specifically in
construction industry, like waterproofing work hazards. thank you.
REPLY

Noel MadesJanuary 28, 2017

Hello Jayn, I’ve written a blog post about Risk Assessment and JSEA and one
ebook, you can find it here. Please watch my upcoming book about that.
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Bobby B.January 22, 2017
Why does the substructure require 2 layers of waterproofing. Isnt 1 layer enough?
REPLY

Noel MadesJanuary 28, 2017

It depends on the criticality of the structure. Most commonly one layer is ok.
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Concrete repair mixSeptember 3, 2016
The product effectively penetrates, seals, waterproofs and protects new wood and aged
wood while resisting moisture penetration, and subsequent rotting and decay, thus
protecting against cracking, splitting and warping of wood.
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akram hussainAugust 27, 2016
Thanks Mr.noel.
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Ibrahim JneidJuly 27, 2016
Dear Noel,
Do you have a method statement about the waterproofing of dewatering wells?
REPLY

Noel MadesJuly 27, 2016

You can check my ebooks I wrote the title of Method Statement and see if it
fits to your requirement.
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jayaniJuly 6, 2016
Thank you.
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Noel MadesJuly 6, 2016

You’re welcome.
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