METHOD STATEMENT FOR WATERPROOFING

1.0 OBJECTIVE

To provide and maintain effective quality control procedures and to execute the work in
compliance to standard and good practice at all stages and activities for waterproofing at floor
and wall and other locations as shown on the drawings.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

This statement covers the measures and ways of the proper application of waterproofing
membrane in the project. The works shall be carried out as per the drawing and project
specification.

3.0 RESPONSIBILITY

3.1 Project Manager

3.2 Site Engineer/ Supervisor

4.0 PLANT, MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT

4.1 Wire Brushes (for cleaning)

4.2 Air Compressor
4.3 Paint Brushes / Rollers (for application)
4.4 Hand Trowel
4.5 Spatula, etc.

5.0 WORK METHODOLOGY

Surface Preparation
5.1 The concrete surface/ substrate shall be clean and free from contamination such as
dust, oil, grease, organic growth and release agents, etc.
5.2 The surface shall be free from standing water.
5.3 All loosely adhering particles such as mortar and cement laitance shall be removed.
5.4 The surface would be cleaned by brushing and finally soft brushing or compressed
air.
5.5 Cracks (if any) shall be routed out as recommended by the manufacturer.
5.6 The substrate condition shall be approved by the Consultant prior to start application.
5.7 A continuous angle fillet (50 x 50mm) to be installed at all internal corners between
horizontal and vertical surfaces.
5.8 Fillet material usually of 1:3 cement sand with 1:4 bonding agent and water.
5.9 Verify that angle fillets are provided at locations where topping abuts vertical surface.
5.10 Chip out concrete around sleeves, anchors, inserts and other items projecting from
concrete.

Mixing
5.11 Separate buckets shall be used for measuring and mixing the materials.
5.12 The temperature of mixing water shall be as directed by the waterproofing
manufacturer.
5.13 Only sufficient quantity shall be mixed that can be applied within time recommended
by manufacturer.

Application
5.14 Substrate surface shall be thoroughly wetted/ dampen.
5.15 The mixed material shall be used by brush, trowel or roller as per site condition and
finishing requirements.
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5.16 For spray application, the material shall be applied in two (2) coats, and each coat
shall be a minimum of 1mm thickness.
5.17 Allow a minimum of 5 hours cure at 20º and 3 hours at 35º between the first and
second coats.
5.18 The application of waterproofing shall be done under competent personnel’s
supervision and as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

Curing
5.19 Manufacturer’s printed recommendations shall be followed for curing the
waterproofing.
5.20 A wet sponge or light pressure spray method shall be adopted for curing.
5.21 Curing shall be started after hardening 2nd coat of application.
5.22 Allow a minimum cure time of equivalent to 3 days at 20º and above with potable
water.

Inspection and Testing

5.23 Prior to concealing the waterproofing membrane, RFI shall be raised for approval.
5.24 All subsequent works shall be carried out only after getting written approvals.

6.0 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

Precautions are to be taken for protection of persons and properties from injuries or damages.
All site personnel must adhere to safety requirements as stated in Safety Manuals.

7.0 ATTACHMENTS

7.1 Waterproofing Checklist

7.2 Inspection and Test Plan