SPECIALIST APPLIED-SKILLS PROGRAMME

(SAP)

STRUCTURAL WATERPROOFING
(Below Ground)

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 Property Care Association

SPECIALIST APPLIED-SKILLS PROGRAMME

(SAP)

Structural Waterproofing
(Below ground)

Section Content Page(s)

1.0 Introduction

2.0 Aims and Objectives

3.0 Course set up

4.0 Assessment

5.0 Collecting Evidence

6.0 Training Module Summary

7.0 Level 2 N/SVQ Diploma

8.0 Training Modules

9.0 Glossary of Terms

10.0 Key Parties

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 Section 1.0 – Introduction:

Structural Waterproofing is a specialised activity, within the construction industry, to

create waterproofed below ground habitable environments. The creation of these
structures is carried out by specialist contractors such as those who are members of
the Property Care Association (PCA).

To carry out their work PCA specialist contractors utilise the latest materials, products
and techniques, many of which were developed by PCA manufacturing members. A
PCA specialist contractor’s work will vary from applying one of a number of
waterproofing systems to an existing or constructed structure to constructing full
basement projects incorporating waterproofing systems.

There is a history of damp proofing specialists, contractors, ground workers and new
entrants to the sector being trained on an ad hoc basis by employers providing ‘on the
job’ training interspersed with some supplier product training. The PCA SAP has been
designed to provide a formal, structured programme of training covering every aspect
of structural waterproofing of buildings over a two-year period resulting in the
achievement of a Level 2 N/SVQ Diploma in Sub-Structure Work Occupations
(Structural Waterproofing). The PCA SAP will ensure that a new entrant is able to
understand the hazards and safe working practices within the (Structural
Waterproofing) Construction industry and, on completion of the training, operate to
industry standards of competence.

The SAP is delivered in modules based on the N/SVQ Level 2 structure for Sub-
Structure Work Occupations (Structural Waterproofing) with a mix of formal
instruction off-site and supervised on the job training. The off-site training sessions are
provided by PCA in partnership with several chosen training providers at locations
around the UK. They are not continuous but spread out over the two-year programme
to allow the new entrant to gain experience on site and reach a level of competency in
one module before progressing onto the next.

The on-site training is carried out during normal working hours under the supervision
of a designated Training Supervisor identified by the employer. The new entrant will
also receive several visits from an approved N/SVQ assessor during the two years to
assess his progress in terms of the N/SVQ.

All treatment procedures covered in the PCA SAP are in accordance with the latest
editions of the PCA Code of Practice for Waterproofing of Structures below Ground,
PCA Best Practice Guidance Notes, relevant British Standards and Health and Safety
Executive (HSE) requirements.

Due to the nature of the work it is considered that the preferred minimum age for
suitable entrants will be 18 years of age* upwards thus there is thought to be no
requirement for ‘Key Skills’ inclusion.

*Where the person is under the age of 18 a Young Person’s Risk Assessment is to be carried out by both the
training centre and the employer.

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Section 2.0 - Aims & Objectives:

This training scheme is for new entrants into the Structural Waterproofing Sector of
the Construction Industry. It is the intention of the training scheme to develop each
individual to a competency level acceptable to the sector. The SAP is designed to be
delivered in a modularised manner by a mix of formal instruction “off-the-job”
training, followed by supervised “on-the-job” training at employer level with an end
assessment.

It can take account of any distant learning processes involving workbooks as well as e-
learning methodology, along with the flexibility of day or part day release, evening
classes, or a permutation of several of these.

This ‘on the job’ supervision will be conducted by a training supervisor and there will
be a candidate record book, or a form of recording agreed with the sector, to evidence
training received in Safety, Knowledge & Understanding, and Practical competences.

The learner will gain further experience through “off-the-job” training sessions in
every aspect of the industry, but the scheme provides flexibility through the “on-the-
job” training elements to suit the employer’s core business requirements whilst
delivering the N/SVQ Level 2 within the 2-year learning period.

The course contents are designed to ensure that the learner is able to understand the
hazards & the safe working practices within this specialised industry and, upon
completion of training, the learner will be able to operate any necessary equipment
safely and carry out the required work tasks to industry standards of competence.

The course days may not be consecutive, which will allow for a variety of site
situations where the use of different types of remedial treatment works can be
completed over different days on different sites.

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Section 3.0 - Course set up:

Ratio of Trainer to Learners:

• Practical elements – 1: 4 (workshop)

• Practical elements - 1: 2 (on site)
• Classroom elements – 1: 8

Each learner will have to demonstrate competence of each module via assessment
and professional discussion; logging results in workbooks or other industry approved
portfolio formats.

Tutor Profile:

The role of the tutor is crucial to the success of the SAP and as such approval from PCA
will be required prior to delivery.

A tutor must have:

• A minimum of five years proven history spent working within the Structural
Waterproofing Sector or able to provide evidence of recognised up skilling (e.g. Train
the Trainer).

• Proven competence in the design and delivery of training courses in structural

waterproofing related construction topics and good presentational skills.

• Ideally hold the PCA Certificated Surveyor in Structural Waterproofing (CSSW)

qualification.

Assessor Profile:

• An approved VQ Assessor with proven expertise within the structural waterproofing

related industry.

Training Supervisor:

To mentor the new entrant and supervise their on-site training and assessment for the
N/SVQ, it is necessary for the employer to nominate an individual within the company
to act as Training Supervisor. The Training Supervisor will have a minimum of 5 years
sector experience; ideally hold Level 2 N/SVQ Diploma in Sub-Structure Work
Occupations (Structural Waterproofing) and hold the relevant CSCS card.

Most formal instruction within the modules will be followed by non-consecutive days
of supervised on-site training and module assessments conducted by the Training
Supervisor. The training provider will ensure that suitable instruction and advice is
made available to the Training Supervisor to ensure quality and consistency
throughout the scheme.

The Training Supervisor will support the new entrant in collating, recording and
signing off evidence of the new entrant’s training in their Training Logbook as follows:

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• Read the contents of the Training Logbook and understand what the new entrant
has to achieve for each unit.

• Agree with the new entrant and the employer which jobs will provide the best
opportunities for the new entrant to obtain the necessary evidence.

• Observe how the new entrant carries out particular activities and check the finished
work against requirements.

• Record each observed activity with the date and initial the column.

• Sign off the activities observed.

• Discuss observations with the new entrant and give guidance, where necessary, on
any improvements that can be made.

• Discuss the new entrant’s progress when requested with visiting assessor(s) etc.

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Section 4.0 – Assessment:

Assessment will occur at a number of points during the course of the PCA SAP.

The new entrant will be required to complete a Knowledge Check at the end of each
off-site training session to demonstrate that they have understood the training
undertaken. This will generally constitute a basic multiple-choice Question and
Answer (Q&A) assessment.

There will also be a minimum of four N/SVQ assessment points during the two years.
There may be a requirement for additional N/SVQ assessment visits for a number of
reasons (e.g. illness or remedial training). These assessment points are designed to
assess the learners understanding of training previously undertaken as part of the
programme and enable monitoring of the new entrant’s progress.

Month Point during Programme

1. 6-7 Completion of module *
2. 11 - 12 Completion of module *
3. 14 - 15 Completion of module *
4. 20 - 24 Final sign off

The Assessor will co-ordinate and undertake the above assessment visits on site. All
visits will assess whether the training has been effective and is being practised safely
and correctly. Training Logbooks will be checked and feedback provided to the new
entrant and the Training Supervisor as appropriate.

Please note that visit 3 will include a check of the N/SVQ requirements and the
drawing up of an action plan for the completion of the new entrant’s individual
N/SVQ Portfolio.

It is intended that these assessment points will be supported and underpinned by

regular contact with both the Assessor and a representative from the PCA to monitor
the new entrant’s progress.

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Section 5.0 - Collecting evidence

Learners are required to build a portfolio of evidence of work that they have
completed, or assessments that they have undertaken, which together will provide
sufficient evidence to prove their competence.

The portfolio should include:

• Records of work tasks that the learner has completed relevant to the VQ
requirements – plans, work records, testimonials, photographs and practical tests.

• Records of knowledge assessments and tests.

Sources of evidence:

Evidence which contributes to proof of competence may come from a number of

sources including:

• Observations of the learner’s practical performance by the training supervisor in the

workplace, or at an assessment centre which could include work procedures and
sequences, in addition to the completed job.

• Oral or written questioning - records of oral or written questions as well as

assignments that the learner has undertaken on their own.

• Certificated previous achievement – where a learner has previous certificated

achievement in competences that are appropriate towards the N/SVQ Level 2. They
may be put forward for accreditation against the requirements and taken into
account provided that:

• The assessor is satisfied about the authenticity of the evidence and the conditions
under which it was collected.

• The assessor is satisfied that the competences covered by the evidence are current,
and that the learner is still capable of the performances covered by the evidence.

Provision and Conduct of Assessments:

Assessments will be conducted in accordance with the Awarding Organisations

provisions of the National Vocational Qualification (N/SVQ) structure, the main
requirements of which are:

• Assessments are subject to internal verification and a Quality Adviser Service in line
with QCA N/SVQ Code of Practice 2006 paragraphs 48 – 56 and ENTO V1.

• The dates and times of practical assessments are as agreed between the assessor,
learner and employer.

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 Section 6.0 - Training Modules Summary

The training modules in this scheme have been developed to introduce the learner to the
occupational competencies required for the various materials, equipment and processes
used within the industry.
The modules focus on the practical skills and underpinning knowledge that will enhance the
awareness of safety, security and approved procedures for carrying out structural
waterproofing (below ground) works.
On-site
Off-site
Module Subject training and Timetable
instruction
assessment

M1 Induction

Week1
1.1 General Housekeeping 0.25hrs -
Day1
1.2 New Entrant Scheme Registration and N/SVQ
Week1
induction, Employment Rights and 2.5hrs -
Day1
Responsibilities
1.3 Issue workbooks / Portfolio Building / Week1
0.25hrs -
Assessments Day1
1.4 Week1
Introduction to CSCS 0.25hrs -
Day1

M2 Health & Safety

Week1
2.1 Legislation 0.5hrs -
Day1
Week1
2.2 Health & Safety at Work 1hr -
Day1
Week1
2.3 Accidents in the work place 1hr -
Day1
Week1
2.4 General hazards on site 1hr -
Day1
Week1
2.5 Working at Heights 1hr -
Day1
Week1
2.6 Working in Confined Spaces 1 hr -
Day1
Week1
2.7 Fire Prevention 0.5hr -
Day1
Week1
2.8 Personal Protective Equipment 1hr -
Day1
Week1
2.9 Asbestos Awareness 1 day -
Day2
Week1
2.10 First Aid 1 day -
Day3
M3 Preliminaries & Sector Knowledge
Background to Structural Waterproofing – PCA I Week1
3.1 1 day 20 days
day Technicians Course Day4

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 Documentation, Drawings, Risk Assessments and Week1
3.2 ½ day -
Method Statements (RAMS) Day5
Week1
3.3 Site Compliance 1 hour -
Day5
Week1
3.4 Site Delivery Checks 0.5 hour 1 day
Day5
Week1
3.5 Site off Load and Storage 0.5 hour 1 day
Day5
Week1
3.6 Manual Handling 1 hour -
Day5
Week1
3.7 Protection of Materials and Tools 1 hour 2 days
Day5
Installing, constructing and maintaining work Week2
3.8 1 day 5 days
area protection and Safety Equipment Day6
Operate powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, Week2
3.9 ½ day 5 days
machinery or equipment Day7
Inspect and complete user maintenance on plant Week2
3.10 ½ day 5 days
and machinery Day7
Week2
3.11 Small Tools ½ day 2 days
Day8
Week2
3.12 Set out secondary dimensional work control ½ day 5 days
Day8
M4 Practical & Knowledge on Site
Prepare surfaces for (all forms of) structural Week2
4.1 1 day 10 days
waterproofing Day9
Prepare joints in structures including ‘dry-pack’
Week2
4.2 underpinned areas and apply primary 1 day 5 days
Day10
waterproofing
Apply cementitious coatings, multi-coat renders,
Week3
4.3 crystallisation active materials with/without 2 days 10 days
Days11-12
primers
Apply liquid, multi-pack, resin & Mastic Asphalt Week3
4.4 1.5 days 10 days
systems with/without primers Days13-14
Install sheet membrane systems with/without Week3
4.5 1.5 days 10 days
primers Days14-15
Week4
4.6 Install cavity drainage membrane systems 2 days 15 days
Days16-17
Week4
4.7 Install drains, sumps and pumping ancillaries 2 days 10 days
Days18-19
Week4
4.8 Prepare and Install gas membranes 1 day 10 days*
Day20
Week5
4.9 Prepare for and apply concrete 2 days 20 days*
Days21-22
Dismantling and removing temporary work area Week5
4.10 1 day 5 days*
protection and safety equipment Day23
Week5
4.11 Final Testing and sign off 1 day -
Day24
TOTAL DAYS 24 Min. 116

*Where applicable to employer

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Section 7 - Level 2 N/SVQ Diploma in Sub-Structure Work Occupations
(Structural Waterproofing)

PCA SAP – Level 2 N/SVQ Diploma in Sub-Structure Work Occupations (Structural

Waterproofing) - Pathway 13:

Credit value (Pathway 13): 46

Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualification: 46

Credit value (Option route - pathway 26) Basement Construction - Structural

Waterproofing – (credit value 78)

This structure has been recommended by employers and stakeholders from the above
occupational area for organisations to form the basis of academic capability and
competence outcomes. Qualifications with a competence outcome at the above level
must have units derived from the following National Occupational Standards (NOS)
and consist of the mandatory groups as stated for the individual option route.

CITB unit reference – Unit Title – Credits per Unit – Applicable N/SVQ level

Mandatory units for all pathways – (credit value 10)

Unit ref Title Credits N/SVQ Level

Conform to general workplace health, safety and

VR641 2 1
welfare

VR642 Conform to productive work practices 3 2

VR643 Move, handle and store resources 5 2

Mandatory units for pathway 13 (Structural Waterproofing) – (credit value 29)

VR491
Prepare surfaces for structural waterproofing 11 2
v2
VR492
Carrying out structural waterproofing 18 2
v2
Option Routes for pathway 13 (Structural Waterproofing) (min. credit value 7) – One unit
VR360 Install, maintain and remove work area protection and
10 2
v4 safety equipment
VR400 Operate powered units, tools or pedestrian plant,
7 2
v2 machinery or equipment
VR401
Set out secondary dimensional work control 7 2
v2
VR657 Inspect and complete user maintenance on plant or
8 2
V2 machinery

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 Mandatory units for pathway 25 OPTION (Basement Construction – Installation of Gas Membranes) –
(credit value 100)
VR612 v2 Prepare to install gas membranes 15 2
VR613
Install gas membranes 19 2
v2
Mandatory units for pathway 26 (Basement Construction - Structural Waterproofing)
(credit value 78)
VR491
Prepare surfaces for structural waterproofing 11 2
v2
VR492
Carrying out structural waterproofing 18 2
v2
VR762
Working on basement construction projects 44 2
v1
VR763 Install, construct, maintain, dismantle and remove
22 2
v1 temporary works
Option Routes for pathway 26 (Basement Construction - Structural Waterproofing) (credit value 7) – One
unit
VR360 Install, maintain and remove work area protection
10 2
v4 and safety equipment
VR400 Operate powered units, tools or pedestrian plant,
7 2
v2 machinery or equipment
VR401
Set out secondary dimensional work control 7 2
v2
VR657 Inspect and complete user maintenance on plant or
8 2
V2 machinery

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Cross Reference to N/SVQ Diploma – Pathway 13

QCF Units
Mandatory Units - all Mandatory Units Options
Module
Module Title pathways for pathway 13
No.
VR491 VR492
VR641 VR642 VR643
V2 v2

1.1 General Housekeeping

New Entrant Scheme

Registration and N/SVQ
1.2
induction, Employment
Rights and Responsibilities
Issue workbooks / portfolio
1.3
Building / Assessments

1.4 Introduction to CSCS

2.1 Legislation

2.2 Health & Safety at Work

2.3 Accidents in the workplace

2.4 General hazards on site

2.5 Working at Heights

Working in Confined
2.6
Spaces

2.7 Fire Prevention

Personal Protective
2.8
Equipment

2.9 Asbestos Awareness

2.10 First Aid

Sector background to
3.1 Structural Waterproofing –
Technicians Course

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 Documentation, Drawings,
Risk Assessments and
3.2
Method Statements
(RAMS)

3.3 Site Compliance

3.4 Site Delivery Checks

3.5 Site off load and storage

3.6 Manual Handling

Protection of Materials and

3.7
Tools
Installing, constructing and
maintaining work area VR360
3.8
protection and Safety v4
Equipment
Operate powered units,
VR400
3.9 tools or pedestrian plant,
v2
machinery or equipment
Inspect and complete user
VR657
3.10 maintenance on plant and
v2
machinery

3.11 Small Tools

Set out secondary VR401

3.12
dimensional work control v2

Prepare surfaces for (all

4.1 forms of) structural
waterproofing
Prepare joints in structures
including ‘dry-pack’
4.2 underpinned areas and
apply primary
waterproofing
Apply cementitious
coatings, multi-coat
4.3 renders, crystallisation
active materials
with/without primers
Apply liquid, multi-pack,
resin & Mastic Asphalt
4.4
systems with/without
primers
Install sheet membrane
4.5 systems with/without
primers

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 Install cavity drainage
4.6
membrane systems

Install drains, sumps and

4.7
pumping ancillaries
VR612v
Prepare and install gas 2
4.8
membranes VR613v
2
Prepare for and apply VR762
4.9
concrete v1
Dismantling and VR360
removing temporary v4
4.10
work area protection VR763
and safety equipment v2

4.11 Final testing and Sign Off

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 PCA Specialist Applied-skills Programme

Level 2 N/SVQ Diploma in Sub-Structure Work Occupations (Structural Waterproofing)

Section 8.0 Training Modules

Module M1 – New Entrant Scheme Registration & N/SVQ Induction

This module outlines the overall PCA SAP and informs the learners of what is to be expected in their
learning journey to qualification.
Ref Practical Knowledge
1.1 General Housekeeping: Learners to be made aware of:
• Inform learners of the housekeeping • Agenda or running order.
information / requirements.
• Issue any agenda, timetables, site maps as • Fire/emergency exit and assembly points.
applicable / required.
• Fire drill/alarm if expected.
• Predicted breaks and timing.
• Toilet locations.
• Areas out of bounds/restricted access.
• Location of any practical training areas.
1.2 VQ Registration/Checks: Learners to be made aware of:
• Issue forms for completion by Learners. • The SAP and how it works
• What registration to Qualifications means to
• Check completed forms from Learners them.
• Offer support to completion. • What qualification it applies too.
• The assessment processes.
1.3 Learner Training Logs, Workbooks, Portfolio Learners to be made aware of:
Building & Assessment.
• The N/SVQ process and the importance of
• Issue to the new entrant the required collating relevant evidence
documentation including the Training Logbook,
Workbooks and N/SVQ Portfolio etc.

• The roles and responsibilities of the key

parties involved in the programme including the
N/SVQ
• The purpose of the logs / workbooks.
• How to complete them.
• How to build a portfolio.
• Suitable content for evidence.
1.4 Introduction to CSCS Learners to be made aware of:
• Explain the whole arrangements for CSCS • The reasons for skill cards.
cards and the reasoning behind them.
• The purpose of the touch screen test. • What CSCS is and stands for.

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 • How they are obtained.
• The new entrant will be registered for a
Level 2 N/SVQ Diploma in Sub-Structure Work
Occupations (Structural Waterproofing) and
an application submitted for a red CSCS Trainee
card. To apply for the CSCS card, the new
entrant will need to pass the touch-screen
CSCS Health & Safety Test (operative). It is
recommended that the new entrant reads the
current edition of the CSCS Health & Safety
Test Questions booklet and/or uses the CD
Rom which is available for practice. Preparing
for the CSCS Health & Safety Test is the
responsibility of the new entrant and his
employer.

• When to apply.
• Health & Safety touch screen test (if not
previously taken)
Module M2 – Health & Safety

This general view of Health and Safety is to underpin the relevance of safe working applicable to the
installation of Structural Waterproofing and the associated dangers of building site workplace.
The following Health & Safety matters will be discussed with the candidate and where required a
competent Health & Safety Instructor will deliver training to ensure that the candidate has been fully
trained and is updated with current legislations.
Ref Practical Knowledge
2.1 Understand the need and reasons for legislation
Legislation to safeguard both Employers as well as
Employees:
• Health and Safety at Work Act
• Understand Employer and Employee
responsibility
• Management of Health and Safety at
Work Regulations
• Control of Substances Hazardous to
Health Regulations
• Asbestos Regulations (see 2.9)
• Confined Spaces Regulation
• Working at Height Regulation (see 2.5)
2.2 Develop an understanding of Health & Safety
Health & Safety responsibilities with reference to the following areas:
• Protection of the Public.
• Risk Assessment & Communication.
• Role of Health & Safety Executive (HSE).
• Contractors and the self-employed.
• Vital co-operation duties between
contractors and duty holders.

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 • Co-operation duties for workers, managers
and supervisors.
• Construction Design and Management
(CDM) Regulations 2015
2.3 Understand how accident reporting enables a
reduction in repeat incidents and prevention of
Accidents in the Work Place future accidents. With reference, also to the
following:
• Reporting Accidents/ Near misses
(RIDDOR)
• Accident Prevention.
• Working Procedures & Safety Rules.
• First Aid & Welfare Arrangements.
• Caring for Casualties
• Limiting injury and or damage
2.4 Develop an understanding of how to identify
hazards on site and control measures which
General Hazards on Site need to be implemented to prevent and reduce
the risk of the hazard with particular reference
to:

The legal obligations to protect themselves, • Control of Substances Hazardous to

colleagues, other trades on site and members Health. (COSHH)
of the public from injury and the work area
from unauthorised access
• Product Hazard labels
• The correct range of warning signs that
should be available.
• When and where to deploy warning
Barriers and Signage: signs.
As required and dictated by site • When and where to deploy temporary
circumstances select and erect correct barriers and warning tapes to section work areas.
barriers and signage to working area to
warn others and prevent access from
unauthorised persons.
• Electricity & Portable Tools.
• Pedestrian & Vehicle Segregation.
• Loading and Unloading.
• Site Traffic including Fork Lift Trucks
• Overhead and under floor dangers.
• Manual Handing
• Risk Assessment and Method Statement
(RAMS)
2.5 Develop an understanding of the Risk of
Working both at height and in deep structures
Working at Heights and be able to identify the control measures to
eliminate risk and manage the controls with
particular attention to:

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 Understand the special dangers of working at • Falls from Heights.
height and deep excavations.
• Typical Risk Control Measures.
• Scaffold & Towers.
• PASMA Certification.
• Ladders & Trestles (short duration).
• Leading Edges & Openings.
• Basement Works.
• Fall Arrest Systems.
• Protection of others.

Learners need to be aware of:

• Working at Height Regulations 2005

• It is the scaffold users/hirers responsibility
to ensure that all scaffolding has been inspected
as follows:
• Following installation - before first use
• At an interval of no more than every 7
days thereafter
• Following any circumstances liable to
Scaffolding: jeopardise the safety of the installation e.g. high
winds.
• Check that the type of scaffold supplied • Scafftags and inspection by a competent
is suitable for the type of work being carried person.
out.
• Tower scaffolds must comply with the • All scaffolding inspections should be
standard required for all types of scaffolds, e.g. carried out by an appropriately certificated
double guardrails, toe boards, bracing and person.
access ladder.
• Hand-rails, full working platform, access • All scaffold systems including mobile
(ladder or tower), all to be checked prior to scaffold towers only to be erected, adjusted or
use. dismantled by PASMA certified person
• Know that anyone using Mobile Elevated Work
• Attend a recognised PASMA course. Platforms (MEWPs) must be certificated.
2.6 Understand the risks associated with working in
Working in Confined Spaces a confined space and the measures that should
be in place before doing so:

• Definition of a confined space

• Assessment of the task
• Assessment of the working environment
• Can the task be performed another way?
• Assessment of the working materials and
tools
• The suitability of those carrying out the task

• Arrangements for emergency rescue

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 • Capabilities of rescuers
• Certification required
2.7 Understand the principle of the Fire Risk and
control measures that should be used to
Fire Prevention prevent Fire on Construction sites with
reference to:

• The Fire Plan.

• Dealing with Fires.
• Evacuating your Workplace in an
Emergency.
• The 3 Things Needed to Start a Fire.
• Fire Fighting Equipment.
• When not to tackle a Fire.
2.8 Understand why we use PPE and Develop
practical understanding of how PPE can reduce
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) the risk of injury when used correctly with
particular reference to the following:

Select, fit and use the appropriate PPE: • Why we use it?
Safety Footwear • Who provides PPE?
Safety Gloves • Routine inspection of equipment.
Safety eyewear • Your responsibilities.
Respiratory Protective Equipment (the • PPE Selection.
importance of face fit tests). Dust masks
Knee protection • RPE Face Fit Test
Hearing protectors • Correct use and storage of PPE.
Hard Hats • Safe Disposal of Contaminated PPE
Hi-visibility clothing
Overalls and waterproof clothing
Sun protection
• Face Fit test associated with respirators
and dust mask protection.
• Maintain PPE – identify and report
defects
• Store PPE in suitable accommodation
• Dispose of contaminated PPE in a
correct manner.
2.9 Asbestos Awareness - Off-Site Instruction

A specialist trainer will carry out the training in line with current legislation and requirements
approved by UKATA, IATP or equivalent. The new entrant will learn about the hazards posed by
asbestos. This half-day module will make the new entrant aware of the health and safety aspects
of asbestos and instil the ability to recognise Asbestos Containing Materials that may be
encountered during their work. It will provide information needed to avoid work that may
disturb asbestos during any normal work activity which could disturb the fabric of a building, or
other item which might contain asbestos. It will not equip the new entrant to carry out work with
asbestos-containing materials. The new entrant will be issued with a certificate of attendance on
successful completion of this module.

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 Asbestos and the law • The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
• Background history of use
• Implications of exposure
• Identification
• Reporting procedures

• Properties of asbestos, its effects on health,

Asbestos and the working environment including the increased risk of developing lung
cancer for asbestos workers who smoke.

• The types, uses and likely occurrence of

asbestos and asbestos materials in buildings and
plant.
• General procedures to deal with an
emergency, e.g. an uncontrolled release of
asbestos dust into the workplace
• How to avoid the risk of exposure to
asbestos.
2.1
Emergency First Aid at Work

One-day Emergency First Aid at work training is carried out to nationally recognised standards
and recommended by the Health and Safety Executive. The new entrant will receive basic first-
aid training, so they have the knowledge and necessary skills to deal with some accidents or
injuries they may come across on site. The new entrant will be issued with a certificate of
attendance on successful completion of this module.
• The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations
First Aid and the law.
1981.

First Aid and the working environment. • Managing an incident

• Priorities of First Aid
• Resuscitation
• Blood loss
• Treatment of unconscious casualty
• Treatment of shock
• Treatment of heart attack
• General discussion on common workplace
injuries.
Module M3 – Preliminaries & Sector Knowledge

This module provides an explanation to the new entrant of Structural Waterproofing outlining its
importance and relevance. This SAP module will provide a general overview of the Structural
Waterproofing Industry and when it is required. The elements of this Module are to be classroom and
workshop based reinforced by using the skills taught and knowledge learnt out in the workplace.

Ref Practical Knowledge

3.1 Sector Background

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 • This classroom-based module will provide Learners to be made aware of:
the learner with supporting information to give
an appreciation of the Structural
Waterproofing industry sector and the tasks a
Waterproofing Technician is expected to
perform.
• Their role as the company’s ambassador on
• Why they are needed site
• The different types of waterproofing • The need to be observant about all matters
systems that may impact upon their work
• Techniques of installation. • Their Health and Safety responsibilities

PCA organise a 1-day Technician Training Course on Structural Waterproofing specifically for the
benefit for those who have started working in the structural waterproofing industry. The course
provides excellent 1-day elementary level understanding of Structural Waterproofing. At the end
of the training delegates undergo a knowledge assessment.

PCA 1-day Waterproofing Learners to be made aware of:

Awareness/Technician Training Course on
Structural Waterproofing.

One-day classroom-based workshop covering a • Construction and use of Basements

broad range of subjects.
• BS8102:2009 – Principles of waterproofing
taking into consideration defects and future
maintenance
• Methods of waterproofing – Barrier, Integral
and Cavity Drainage
• The strengths and challenges that relate to
each form of waterproofing
• Installation and combination of various
systems
• Importance of correct preparation and
application
• Site safety, waste disposal and the
implications of poor site practice
3.2 Documentation, Drawings, Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)

Learners will need to understand: Learners should:

• Have a good general knowledge of the

• Site address and access arrangements. geographical area in which work is normally
conducted.
• Be aware of what constitutes lawful and
unlawful entry into a property/site.
• Understand the Typical Documents issued to
• Drawings/sketch plans. enable the works to be carried out effectively
and safely.

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 • Be aware of the type of information a
drawing/sketch plan should contain in respect of
the type of work you are required to undertake.
Know whom to contact in the event of a query or
irregularity and the information that will be
required.

• Be familiar with the type of work in the work

• Specification of Work. specification and ability to execute it correctly
and safely.
• Know where to obtain all regularly used
• Obtain all necessary equipment. equipment and the order procedures necessary
to procure such.
• Know how to check Job Lists, specific
• Check Lists – Material lists, stock requirements, where and how to obtain stock
withdrawal, plant required, materials required. plant and materials.
• Be familiar with COSHH assessments and
• COSHH assessment applicable to the work their purpose. Be familiar with PPE required for
to be undertaken/materials to be used. the materials or circumstances you might be
exposed to.
• Correct and appropriate PPE is readily
available prior to attending site.
• Be familiar with Material Safety Data Sheets,
their content and when and by whom they may
• Material Safety Data Sheets. be required. Know where they are stored whilst
working on site.
• Risk Assessment applicable to the task or
tasks to be undertaken.
• Understand the purpose of a Risk
Assessment, what its relevance is to you and
• Conduct and record a risk assessment for a others who may be exposed to your work
task. activities and recording and acting on any
variations.
• Understand the Method Statement and why
you must follow work sequence set out in the
• Method Statement(s). statement and recognise variations and
communication thereof.
• Monitor work progress on site against the
agreed programme to ensure compliance. Know
• Work schedule/time allowance. when and whom to notify in the event of a
variation.
• Be aware of materials that will be delivered
to site, how and when they will be delivered and
• Material delivery schedules to site. make provision for safe storage on site. Collect a
delivery note.
• Collect and store materials and retain all
site delivery notes.

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 • Know how to correctly complete the forms,
• Complete all required forms, documents documents and records that are required on
and records necessary upon completion of a completion of a job as stipulated by your
job. employer or other authorities.
3.3 Site Compliance
Learners will be: Learners should:

• Conversant and comply with all site • Understand how co-operation on site can
requirements as instructed by your employer improve the Health and Safety culture resulting
and the site where work will be undertaken. in improved working conditions for all.
• Ensure you take responsibility and care of
• Comply with Site Safety Induction yourself, your colleagues and other persons on
requirements. site.
• Comply and conform to instructions.
• Communicate with others and report any
failures or issues.
• Not handle or interfere with any plant or
equipment on site other than that for which you
have been appropriately trained and have the
authority to do so.
• Be confident that you are trained
appropriately to complete the task you are set.
• Ensure that any plant and equipment used is
maintained correctly.
3.4 Site Delivery Checks
Learners will be able to: Learners should:
• Develop an understanding of the importance
• Make preparation as necessary ready to of how through careful planning and controls
receive a delivery. work can be more efficiently organized.

• Check delivery schedule/material lists to

• Check off a delivered load against the ensure correct components/materials are
delivery note. Report any discrepancy. present.
• List equipment and organise equipment
needed for completion of the works to the
company’s requirements.
• Check material amounts / numbers tally with
delivery documents.
3.5 Site off-load and Storage
Learners will be able to: Learners should:
• Understand the need to safely load & off
• Assess different load sizes, shapes and
load materials and equipment and store in a safe
their personal abilities in relation to the load
accessible place.
• Understand the importance of planning
• Identify loading & unloading instructions
storage of materials correctly for best use after
that need to be followed.
off-loading.

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 • Off-load material in accordance with safe
Manual Handling requirements. Utilise safe • The Manual Handling Operations
lifting practise (Straight back, knees bent, feet Regulations.
slightly apart).
• Communicate with other colleagues to
• Understand the Principles of good
secure assistance with awkward loads unless
movements
mechanical aids are required
• Select mechanical aids and use in a safe • Will be aware of what mechanical aids are
manner suitable for moving materials.
• Hold appropriate skills card for operation
• Pallet trucks / Fork Lifts
of powered trucks or fork lifts.
• Managing materials which may have an
• Will understand the importance of Task
impact on the environment and/or a risk to
analysis
health.
• Able to understand Method Statements
and Risk Assessments
• Plan storage of materials correctly for best
use after offloading.
• Understanding employer/site procedures
for spillage and environmental control of
materials.
3.6 Manual Handling

This module is designed to provide the new entrant with knowledge of the risks associated with
moving and handling objects. It will teach approved lifting and carrying techniques before the new
entrant commences work on site under the PCA SAP to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries. A
specialist trainer will carry out the Manual Handling training in line with current legislation and
industry approved methods and procedures. The new entrant will be issued with a certificate of
attendance on successful completion of this module.

Learners will need to understand: Learners should be aware of:

• Management of Health and Safety
• Manual Handling and the law
Regulations 1999
• Manual Handling hazard identification and • Manual Handling Operations Regulations
assessment 1992
• Manual Handling and the human body
• Use good lifting technique in line with the
Learners should:
guidance.
• Be able to adopt safe manual handling
• Avoid hazardous manual handling
techniques, by practical application of lifting,
operations so far as reasonably practicable.
pushing, and carrying of loads.
• Loading and unloading materials and • Assess any hazardous manual handling
equipment. operations that cannot be avoided.
• Carrying, supporting or moving • Reduce the risk of injury so far as reasonably
equipment, plant, materials and waste. practicable
• Mechanics of body movement.
• Able to recognise the various types and
causes of injury
• Anatomy of the spine

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 • Group lifting.
• Analysis of movement
• The fundamental lifting, pushing and pulling,
turning and carrying techniques.
• Understand the correct handling techniques
including task assessment, what mechanical aids
are available and the types and causes of injury
that may be caused if correct procedures are not
followed.
3.7 Protection of Materials and Tools
Learners will be able to: Learners should understand:
Locate and store tools and materials in secure
areas away from areas where damage may
occur:
• Good storage can improve productivity
• Puncture holes
and reduce chances of accidental damage
• Segregation from other operatives to
• Dust avoid damage through in appropriate storage of
other equipment
• Theft • Value of equipment
• Weather protection • Ease of Accessibility / locating

• Position and weight i.e. stacking position • Stock management and reduced waste

• Consequences of misuse and poor storage

• Clearly identify materials
of materials
• Storage of hazardous/harmful materials
in a controlled area
3.8 Installing, constructing and maintaining work area protection and Safety Equipment

Learners should demonstrate works skills and

The practical training will focus on:
avoid risks by:
• Safe methods of work

• Interpretation of drawings, revisions,

specifications, schedules, method statements, • Safe use of health and safety control
manufacturers information and reference equipment
points related to the work to be carried out.

• Safe use of access equipment/working

platforms.
• Safe use, storage, handling of materials,
Select resources necessary to undertake task:
tools and equipment
• Measuring tools and instruments • Specific risks to health
• Marking materials/components • Protect work zone and its surrounding area
• Materials, components and fixings • Maintain a clean work space
• Tools and equipment • Correct disposal of waste
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This module will provide an awareness of the hazards and risk associated with construction site
equipment and different types of powered tools and the safety precautions required to prevent
those hazards.
The new entrant will need to know about various preparation and application plant and equipment
commonly used in the Waterproofing Industry. Following completion of this module a new entrant
should be able to use the plant and equipment safely and competently.
The practical training will focus on the correct Learners to know:
use of:

• 110v equipment • How to select and wear correct and suitable

PPE for each type of equipment use.
• How to select suitable plant/equipment for
• Generators and Lighting carrying out the task, including Occupational
Exposure Limits (OEL).
• Preparation tools including drilling,
breakers, cutting, scabbler and abrasive • Awareness and knowledge of equipment
equipment manual.

• Drilling tools • Reporting and procedures of defective

tools/equipment.
• Hand held power tools including cutters • Check Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is in
and grinders, place and in date.
• Visually check the cable, plug and all
• Power washing and pumping equipment electrical parts of the equipment (and
transformer) for damage or defects.
• Check, replace or fit correctly any blades,
• Cement mixers and plaster mixers discs, drill bits, hoses, etc, in line with employer
procedures.
• Use appropriate manual handling
techniques.
• The Manual Handling Operations
Regulations.
• How to regulate speed or pressures on
various equipment for use of application/spray
etc.
• How to visually appraise any hoses and
recognise damage, weakness and ballooning.
• Visually check the tank, drum or container of
product, fittings and delivery hose/tube/injector
for damage.
• Correctly use a spill control pack and dispose
of waste.

Lighting:

• Visually check 110v transformer and its • Understanding work area light levels and
cable and plug for damage or fault. consequences and impact of different lighting
equipment, i.e. halogen, etc.

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 • Check for PAT certificate
• Visually check safety light body, cable and
plug for damage or fault.
• Plug safety light into transformer.
• Provide temporary secure fixing or fixings
for safety light(s) to enable work area to be
adequately lit to perform the task safely.
• How to safely secure safety lighting.
3.1 Inspect and complete user maintenance on plant and machinery

The new entrant will need to know about preparation and application plant and equipment
commonly used in the Structural Waterproofing Industry. They must be familiar with simple
servicing requirements for various items and be able to recognise potential faults and hazards
associated with such equipment. Following completion of this module a new entrant should be able
to carry out routine day to day servicing requirements on such equipment when necessary.

The practical training will focus on the correct

Learners to know how to:
use of:

• Be aware of manufacturer and employer

• 110v equipment
procedures for maintenance.
• Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for
• Generators and Lighting each type of equipment to be maintained or
repaired.
• Preparation tools including drilling,
• Awareness and knowledge of equipment
breakers, cutting, scabbler and abrasive
maintenance manual
equipment
• What Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
• Drilling tools
involves.
• Hand held power tools including cutters
• Check Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) date.
and grinders,
• Power washing and pumping equipment • Know damage reporting procedure.
• Visually check the cable, plug and all
• Cement mixers and plaster mixers electrical parts of the equipment (and
transformer) for damage or defects.
• Visually check, test and establish the cause
of breakdown or failure of the equipment.
• How to recognise wear of components and
attachments.
• Identify the component or parts that require
replacement, repair or modification.
• Ordering of replacement parts and/or
equipment
• Returns to equipment specialists, hire shops
etc.
• Dismantle the equipment referring to the
instruction manual and renew items as required
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 • How to correctly and safely renew
components.
• How to change/service/clean material
application components/equipment.
• Visually check 110v transformer and lighting
equipment, its cable and plug for damage or
fault.
3.11 Small Tools
This module will provide an awareness of the hazards associated with construction site equipment.
It will show the new entrant how to recognize the hazards of different types of hand tools and the
safety precautions required to prevent those hazards.
The practical training will focus on the correct
Learners need to be aware of:
use and maintenance of:

• Hand tools including hammers, mallets, • The hazards posed by and associated with
wrecking bars, etc hand held tools.
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
• How to safely use all tools identified in the
chisels, knives, cutters, trowels, screwdrivers
practical element.
etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips, cutters, • Recognise the situation or circumstance and
etc select the appropriate tool for the task.
• Select and wear the appropriate PPE for the
• Measuring tools
task.
• Safe methods of work
• Clean tool upon completion of task.
3.12 Pre-contract works start checklist
The practical training will focus on: Learners should know how to:

• Interpretation of drawings, revisions,

specifications, schedules, method statements, • Safe use of PPE, access equipment/working
manufacturers information and reference platforms to carry out the activity.
points related to the work to be carried out.

• Transfer, transpose, level, measure, mark,

position, fix and secure.
• Protect work and its surrounding area from
damage
Select resources necessary to undertake task: • Minimise damage
• Measuring tools and instruments • Maintain a clean work space
• Marking materials/components • Correct disposal of waste
• Complete work within estimated, allocated
• Tools and equipment
time to meet needs of client/contract.
Module M4 – Practical and Knowledge on Site

This module will inform a new entrant about different methods and materials used in Structural
Waterproofing Industry. They will learn about different methods of creating a robust waterproofed
structure, the function and performance of structural waterproofing components and terminology used
to describe them. Following the completion of this module the new entrant should be able to
demonstrate a good general understanding of Structural Waterproofing.

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Ref Practical Knowledge
4.1 Prepare surfaces for (all forms of) structural waterproofing
This module provides a New entrant with the knowledge and understanding necessary to
prepare an existing or newly formed wall surface adequately in readiness to receive
waterproofing
Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

How to amend and update Risk Assessments.

Read method statements and risk assessments
associated with planned work procedures How to identify Hazard Warning signs
regarding working within deep structures,
using tools and machinery, creating dust and Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
mixing/applying/using products that create or ingestion
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access How to select and use safely the correct tools
equipment for the task. and equipment for the task.
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and How to interpret plans and written instructions.
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for
waterproofing.
Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage When and where to deploy appropriate warning
and barriers. notices, signage and barriers.

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 Pre-installation measures and precautions
necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Identify a party wall and precautions to take

Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.
Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Recognise wall and floor surfaces that are not
necessary for the successful application of
suitable to receive waterproofing and require
waterproofing, i.e. exposed reinforcement
preparatory work prior to application.
protection.
Check all pipe and electrical services have been
How to check all pipe and electrical services have
removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
been removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
retained, have been prepared with correct
retained, have been prepared with correct joints
joints and or seals for the waterproofing
and or seals for the waterproofing application.
application.
Check all inbuilt structural timbers and frame How to check all inbuilt structural timbers and
timbers have been removed or isolated from frame timbers have been removed or isolated
walls to be waterproofed. from walls.

How to select and safely use any equipment for

Identify and safely use Tools & Equipment as
preparatory work mentioned in the method
required:
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers, scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders

• Power washing and pumping equipment

• Cement mixers
• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe
and brushes

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• Plaster mixers and plastering tools,
trowels, floats etc
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips,
cutters etc
• Measuring tools
• Etc

Clean off loose material, remove old

plasters/render and other surface materials.
Safe use of a Club/Lump hammer, bolster and
cold chisel.
Safe use of an electrical hammer chisel.
Safe use of scarifying/scabbling equipment.
Safe use of power washing equipment.
Examine exposed masonry and assess How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
suitability for receiving waterproofing floors and assess suitability for receiving
materials. waterproofing materials.
Understand the function and construction of a
How a reinforced concrete slab is constructed
reinforced concrete floor slab designed and
and its function.
approval by a Structural Engineer.

Prepare and mix sand and cement mortar with How to prepare and mix sand and cement mortar
waterproof additives to make good. with waterproof additives to make good.

Brick up/make good any damaged exposed wall

How to brick up/make good any damaged
surfaces/masonry to receive waterproofing
exposed wall surfaces/masonry.
materials

Make good small areas of defective

pointing/mortar/voids/cracks on a wall surface
in readiness to receive a waterproofing product

Cut out and form a reinforced waterproof fillet How to cut out and form a reinforced waterproof
to floor/wall junction. fillet to wall/floor/soffit, etc junction.

How to prepare and apply a suitable product to

reinforce a wall/floor/soffit, etc junction.

How to prepare a suitable substrate to create a

Prepare and apply a suitable product to
flat, sound surface prior to the application of a
reinforce a floor/wall junction in accordance
waterproofing system.
with manufacturer’s instructions.
What is likely to happen if a waterproofing
product is applied on to a poorly prepared
wall/floor/soffit, etc surface.

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 Apply a specialised waterproof product coat to
walls to provide primary resistance to passage
of water.
How to address active ingress of free water.
Apply a tight waterproof render coat to walls to
provide primary resistance to passage of water.

Prepare and apply a suitable cementitious base

How to mix and apply a specialised waterproof
‘render’ or similar to provide a flat prepared
product to walls, floors and soffits, etc.
surface to receive the waterproofing system.

How to assess all wall and floor surfaces have

Check wall surfaces have been prepared been prepared correctly to receive a
correctly to receive the waterproofing system. waterproofing membrane.
Recognise the function of ground drainage for Understand the need for appropriate ground
structural waterproofing and the role of land drainage.
external land drainage.
Recognise the function of rodding and jetting Understand the need for rodding and jetting
access points to maintain and service external access points to external land drainage.
land drainage.
How to Identify different waste materials,
Identify different waste materials, segregate as segregate as necessary, bag up, store safely and
necessary, bag up and store safely for disposal. dispose of waste correctly at appropriate waste
disposal facility

Collect, contain and dispose of waste correctly

at appropriate waste disposal facility.

Dispose of contaminated or hazardous waste Understand the importance of safe disposal of

materials and product containers in line with contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
employer procedures. product containers.
4.2 Prepare joints in structures including ‘dry-pack’ underpinned areas and apply primary
waterproofing
This module provides a New Entrant with the knowledge and understanding necessary to prepare
a newly formed underpinned wall with ‘dry-pack’ joints adequately in readiness to receive
waterproofing.

Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

How to amend and update Risk Assessments.

Read method statements and risk assessments
associated with planned work procedures How to identify Hazard Warning signs
regarding working within deep structures,
using tools and machinery, creating dust and Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
mixing/applying/using products that create or ingestion
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

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Consider the work schedule and risk
assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access How to select and use safely the correct tools
equipment for the task. and equipment for the task.
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and How to interpret plans and written instructions.
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for
waterproofing.
Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage When and where to deploy appropriate warning
and barriers. notices, signage and barriers.

Pre-installation measures and precautions

necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Identify a party wall and precautions to take

Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.
Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Recognise wall and floor surfaces that are not
necessary for the successful application of
suitable to receive waterproofing and require
waterproofing, i.e. exposed reinforcement
preparatory work prior to application.
protection.

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Check all pipe and electrical services have been
How to check all pipe and electrical services have
removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
been removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
retained, have been prepared with correct
retained, have been prepared with correct joints
joints and or seals for the waterproofing
and or seals for the waterproofing application.
application.
Check all inbuilt structural timbers and frame How to check all inbuilt structural timbers and
timbers have been removed or isolated from frame timbers have been removed or isolated
walls to be waterproofed. from walls.

How to select and safely use any equipment for

Identify and safely use Tools & Equipment as
preparatory work mentioned in the method
required:
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers, scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders

• Power washing and pumping equipment

• Cement mixers
• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe
and brushes
• Plaster mixers and plastering tools,
trowels, floats etc
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips,
cutters etc
• Measuring tools
• Etc

Clean off loose material, remove old

plasters/render and other surface materials.
Safe use of a Club/Lump hammer, bolster and
cold chisel.
Safe use of an electrical hammer chisel.
Safe use of scarifying/scabbling equipment.
Safe use of power washing equipment.
Examine exposed masonry and assess How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
suitability for receiving waterproofing floors and assess suitability for receiving
materials. waterproofing materials.

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 Prepare joints area as required and apply a
specialised waterproof product to joint to
provide primary resistance to passage of water
in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions. Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.
Prepare the ‘dry-pack’ area as required and
apply a specialised waterproof product to ‘dry-
How to prepare joints and the ‘dry-pack’ area
pack’ joint to provide primary resistance to
and apply a specialised waterproof product.
passage of water in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.

Examine prepared joints and assess suitability What is likely to happen if a waterproofing
for receiving waterproofing materials. product is applied to a poorly prepared joint.

How to work out the amount of product(s) that

will be required in relation to the work
Apply a specialised waterproof product to
area/specification.
exposed joints to provide primary resistance to
passage of water and to provide a flat prepared
How to mix and apply a specialised waterproof
surface to receive the waterproofing system in
product to joints to provide primary resistance to
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
passage of water in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.

Dispose of contaminated or hazardous waste Understand the importance of safe disposal of

materials and product containers in line with contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
employer procedures. product containers.
4.3 Apply cementitious coatings, multi-coat renders, crystallisation active materials with/without
primers - (Type A waterproofing systems)
Type-A protection is defined by BS8102:2009 (Code of practice for protection of below ground
structures against water from the ground) as ‘barrier protection’. This is where a material is put
in place that offers a barrier to the passage of water with the aim of keeping the target
environment within a prescribed level of ‘dryness’.
Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

How to amend and update Risk Assessments.

Read method statements and risk assessments
associated with planned work procedures How to identify Hazard Warning signs
regarding working within deep structures,
using tools and machinery, creating dust and Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
mixing/applying/using products that create or ingestion
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.

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All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access How to select and use safely the correct tools
equipment for the task. and equipment for the task.
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and How to interpret plans and written instructions.
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for
waterproofing.
Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage When and where to deploy appropriate warning
and barriers. notices, signage and barriers.

Pre-installation measures and precautions

necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Identify a party wall and precautions to take

Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.
Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Recognise wall and floor surfaces that are not
necessary for the successful application of
suitable to receive waterproofing and require
waterproofing, i.e. exposed reinforcement
preparatory work prior to application.
protection.
Check all pipe and electrical services have been
How to check all pipe and electrical services have
removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
been removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
retained, have been prepared with correct
retained, have been prepared with correct joints
joints and or seals for the waterproofing
and or seals for the waterproofing application.
application.

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Check all inbuilt structural timbers and frame How to check all inbuilt structural timbers and
timbers have been removed or isolated from frame timbers have been removed or isolated
walls to be waterproofed. from walls.

How to select and safely use any equipment for

Identify and safely use Tools & Equipment as
preparatory work mentioned in the method
required:
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers, scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders

• Power washing and pumping equipment

• Cement mixers
• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe
and brushes
• Plaster mixers and plastering tools,
trowels, floats etc
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips,
cutters etc
• Measuring tools
• Etc

Clean off loose material, remove old

plasters/render and other surface materials.
Safe use of a Club/Lump hammer, bolster and
cold chisel.
Safe use of an electrical hammer chisel.
Safe use of scarifying/scabbling equipment.
Safe use of power washing equipment.
Examine exposed masonry and assess How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
suitability for receiving waterproofing floors and assess suitability for receiving
materials. waterproofing materials.
Apply one of the following (Type A) product How to apply/fix the following (Type A) product
types in accordance with manufacturer’s type in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions: instructions:
Cementitious Crystallisation active systems Cementitious Crystallisation active systems
Proprietary Cementitious, additive systems, Proprietary Cementitious, additive systems,
multi-coat renders, toppings and coatings. multi-coat renders, toppings and coatings.

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 Apply a range of Ancillary product(s) that How to apply/fix the following Ancillary
combine with the selected Type A product product(s) with the selected Type A product
types and apply/fix in accordance with type in accordance with manufacturer’s
manufacturer’s instructions: instructions:
Bandage Joint systems Bandage Joint systems
Membrane Protection Products Membrane Protection Products
Service fittings Service fittings
Pre-formed details Pre-formed details
Joints & Continuity with other systems Joints & Continuity with other systems
Calculate the amount of product(s) that will be How to calculate the amount of product(s) that
required in relation to the work will be required in relation to the work
area/specification in accordance with the area/specification in accordance with the
manufacturer’s loading instructions. manufacturer’s loading instructions.
Follow the product manufacturer’s instructions Understand the product manufacturer’s
or directions. instructions or directions.
How to mix and apply the specialised waterproof
product.
Load application equipment and apply product
How to load application equipment and apply
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
product.
instructions.
Recognise the function of ground drainage for
Understand the importance of external land
structural waterproofing and the role of
drainage and maintainability.
external land drainage.
Dispose of contaminated or hazardous waste Understand the importance of safe disposal of
materials and product containers in line with contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
employer procedures. product containers.

Check whether sign off Construction Quality

Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

Check sign off in line with employer’s

procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.
4.4 Apply liquid, multi-pack, Resin & Mastic Asphalt systems with/without primers –
(Type A waterproofing systems)

Type-A protection is defined by BS8102:2009 (Code of practice for protection of below ground
structures against water from the ground) as ‘barrier protection’. This is where a material is put
in place that offers a barrier to the passage of water with the aim of keeping the target
environment within a prescribed level of ‘dryness’.
Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

39
 How to amend and update Risk Assessments.
Read method statements and risk assessments
associated with planned work procedures How to identify Hazard Warning signs
regarding working within deep structures,
using tools and machinery, creating dust and Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
mixing/applying/using products that create or ingestion
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access How to select and use safely the correct tools
equipment for the task. and equipment for the task.
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and How to interpret plans and written instructions.
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for
waterproofing.
Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage When and where to deploy appropriate warning
and barriers. notices, signage and barriers.

Pre-installation measures and precautions

necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Identify a party wall and precautions to take

Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.

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Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Recognise wall and floor surfaces that are not
necessary for the successful application of
suitable to receive waterproofing and require
waterproofing, i.e. exposed reinforcement
preparatory work prior to application.
protection.
Check all pipe and electrical services have been
How to check all pipe and electrical services have
removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
been removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
retained, have been prepared with correct
retained, have been prepared with correct joints
joints and or seals for the waterproofing
and or seals for the waterproofing application.
application.
Check all inbuilt structural timbers and frame How to check all inbuilt structural timbers and
timbers have been removed or isolated from frame timbers have been removed or isolated
walls to be waterproofed. from walls.

How to select and safely use any equipment for

Identify and safely use Tools & Equipment as
preparatory work mentioned in the method
required:
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers, scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders

• Power washing and pumping equipment

• Cement mixers
• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe
and brushes
• Plaster mixers and plastering tools,
trowels, floats etc
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips,
cutters etc
• Measuring tools
• Etc

Clean off loose material, remove old

plasters/render and other surface materials.
Safe use of a Club/Lump hammer, bolster and
cold chisel.
Safe use of an electrical hammer chisel.

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Safe use of scarifying/scabbling equipment.
Safe use of power washing equipment.
Examine exposed masonry and assess How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
suitability for receiving waterproofing floors and assess suitability for receiving
materials. waterproofing materials.
Apply one of the following (Type A) product How to apply/fix the following (Type A) product
types in accordance with manufacturer’s type in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions: instructions:
Liquid Applied Membranes including Resins and
Multi-pack
Liquid Applied Membranes including Resins
and Multi-pack Awareness of Mastic Asphalt Membranes – can
only be applied with hot works permit,
extremely unlikely to be used by new entrant.
Apply a range of Ancillary product(s) that How to apply/fix the following Ancillary
combine with the selected Type A product product(s) with the selected Type A product
types and apply/fix in accordance with type in accordance with manufacturer’s
manufacturer’s instructions: instructions:
Bandage Joint systems Bandage Joint systems
Membrane Protection Products Membrane Protection Products
Service fittings Service fittings
Pre-formed details Pre-formed details
Joints & Continuity with other systems Joints & Continuity with other systems
Calculate the amount of product(s) that will be How to calculate the amount of product(s) that
required in relation to the work will be required in relation to the work
area/specification in accordance with the area/specification in accordance with the
manufacturer’s loading instructions. manufacturer’s loading instructions.
Follow the product manufacturer’s instructions Understand the product manufacturer’s
or directions. instructions or directions.
How to mix and apply the specialised waterproof
product.
Load application equipment and apply product
How to load application equipment and apply
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
product.
instructions.
Recognise the function of ground drainage for
Understand the importance of external land
structural waterproofing and the role of
drainage and maintainability.
external land drainage.
Dispose of contaminated or hazardous waste Understand the importance of safe disposal of
materials and product containers in line with contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
employer procedures. product containers.

Check whether sign off Construction Quality

Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

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 Check sign off in line with employer’s
procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.
4.5 Install sheet membrane systems with/without primers - (Type A waterproofing systems)

Type-A protection is defined by BS8102:2009 (Code of practice for protection of below ground
structures against water from the ground) as ‘barrier protection’. This is where a material is put
in place that offers a barrier to the passage of water with the aim of keeping the target
environment within a prescribed level of ‘dryness’.

Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

How to amend and update Risk Assessments.

Read method statements and risk assessments
associated with planned work procedures How to identify Hazard Warning signs
regarding working within deep structures,
using tools and machinery, creating dust and Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
mixing/applying/using products that create or ingestion
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access How to select and use safely the correct tools
equipment for the task. and equipment for the task.
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and How to interpret plans and written instructions.
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for
waterproofing.

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Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage When and where to deploy appropriate warning
and barriers. notices, signage and barriers.

Pre-installation measures and precautions

necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Identify a party wall and precautions to take

Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.
Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Recognise wall and floor surfaces that are not
necessary for the successful application of
suitable to receive waterproofing and require
waterproofing, i.e. exposed reinforcement
preparatory work prior to application.
protection.
Check all pipe and electrical services have been
How to check all pipe and electrical services have
removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
been removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
retained, have been prepared with correct
retained, have been prepared with correct joints
joints and or seals for the waterproofing
and or seals for the waterproofing application.
application.
Check all inbuilt structural timbers and frame How to check all inbuilt structural timbers and
timbers have been removed or isolated from frame timbers have been removed or isolated
walls to be waterproofed. from walls.

How to select and safely use any equipment for

Identify and safely use Tools & Equipment as
preparatory work mentioned in the method
required:
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers, scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders

• Power washing and pumping equipment

• Cement mixers

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• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe
and brushes
• Plaster mixers and plastering tools,
trowels, floats etc
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips,
cutters etc
• Measuring tools
• Etc

Clean off loose material, remove old

plasters/render and other surface materials.
Safe use of a Club/Lump hammer, bolster and
cold chisel.
Safe use of an electrical hammer chisel.
Safe use of scarifying/scabbling equipment.
Safe use of power washing equipment.
Examine exposed masonry and assess How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
suitability for receiving waterproofing floors and assess suitability for receiving
materials. waterproofing materials.
Apply one of the following (Type A) product How to apply/fix the following (Type A) product
types in accordance with manufacturer’s type in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions: instructions:
Bonded Sheet Membranes - either pre-applied Bonded Sheet Membranes - either pre-applied or
or post applied. post applied.
Bentonite Clay active membranes Bentonite Clay active membranes
Loose Laid Membrane Types Loose Laid Membrane Types

Apply a range of Ancillary product(s) that How to apply/fix the following Ancillary
combine with the selected Type A product product(s) with the selected Type A product
types and apply/fix in accordance with type in accordance with manufacturer’s
manufacturer’s instructions: instructions:
Bandage Joint systems Bandage Joint systems
Membrane Protection Products Membrane Protection Products
Service fittings Service fittings
Pre-formed details Pre-formed details
Joints & Continuity with other systems Joints & Continuity with other systems
Calculate the amount of product(s) that will be How to calculate the amount of product(s) that
required in relation to the work will be required in relation to the work
area/specification in accordance with the area/specification in accordance with the
manufacturer’s loading instructions. manufacturer’s loading instructions.
Follow the product manufacturer’s instructions Understand the product manufacturer’s
or directions. instructions or directions.

How to apply the specialised waterproof product.

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 Load application equipment and apply product
How to load application equipment and apply
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
product.
instructions.
Recognise the function of ground drainage for
Understand the importance of external land
structural waterproofing and the role of
drainage and maintainability.
external land drainage.
Dispose of contaminated or hazardous waste Understand the importance of safe disposal of
materials and product containers in line with contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
employer procedures. product containers.

Check whether sign off Construction Quality

Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

Check sign off in line with employer’s

procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.
4.6 Install cavity drainage membrane systems - (Type C waterproofing systems)

Type C (drained) protection is defined by BS8102:2009 (Code of practice for protection of below
ground structures against water from the ground) as where the structure itself provides primary
resistance against WATER penetration and incorporates a drained cavity within the basement
structure. There is permanent reliance on this cavity to collect groundwater seepage through the
structure and direct it to drains or a sump for removal by drainage or pumping.

Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

How to amend and update Risk Assessments.

Read method statements and risk assessments
associated with planned work procedures How to identify Hazard Warning signs
regarding working within deep structures,
using tools and machinery, creating dust and Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
mixing/applying/using products that create or ingestion
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access How to select and use safely the correct tools
equipment for the task. and equipment for the task.

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 How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and How to interpret plans and written instructions.
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for
waterproofing.
Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage When and where to deploy appropriate warning
and barriers. notices, signage and barriers.

Pre-installation measures and precautions

necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Identify a party wall and precautions to take

Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.
Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Recognise wall and floor surfaces that are not
necessary for the successful application of
suitable to receive waterproofing and require
waterproofing, i.e. exposed reinforcement
preparatory work prior to application.
protection.
Check all pipe and electrical services have been
How to check all pipe and electrical services have
removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
been removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
retained, have been prepared with correct
retained, have been prepared with correct joints
joints and or seals for the waterproofing
and or seals for the waterproofing application.
application.
Check all inbuilt structural timbers and frame How to check all inbuilt structural timbers and
timbers have been removed or isolated from frame timbers have been removed or isolated
walls to be waterproofed. from walls.

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 How to select and safely use any equipment for
Identify and safely use Tools & Equipment as
preparatory work mentioned in the method
required:
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers, scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders

• Power washing and pumping equipment

• Cement mixers
• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe
and brushes
• Plaster mixers and plastering tools,
trowels, floats etc
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips,
cutters etc
• Measuring tools
• Etc

Clean off loose material, remove old

plasters/render and other surface materials.
Safe use of a Club/Lump hammer, bolster and
cold chisel.
Safe use of an electrical hammer chisel.
Safe use of scarifying/scabbling equipment.
Safe use of power washing equipment.
Examine exposed masonry and assess How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
suitability for receiving waterproofing floors and assess suitability for receiving
materials. waterproofing materials.
What is likely to happen if a waterproofing
Examine existing solid floor and assess
product is applied on to a poorly prepared wall
suitability and preparation needs for retention.
surface.
Authority from Structural Engineer with Recognise approval from Structural Engineer to
regards to suitability of existing slab for use suitability of existing slab for use and removing
and removing perimeter material. perimeter material.
Understand how to excavate the retained solid How to excavate the retained solid floor to form
floor and form sump chamber(s) and gully sump chamber(s) and gully rebates for perimeter
rebates for perimeter channel. channel.

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Understand the function and construction of a
How a Structural Engineer approved design
reinforced concrete floor slab designed and
reinforced concrete slab is constructed.
approval by a Structural Engineer.
Understand how to cast a reinforced concrete
How to cast a reinforced concrete slab
slab incorporating sump chamber(s) and gully
incorporating sump chamber(s) and gully rebates
rebates for perimeter channel. Slab to be cast
for perimeter channel. Slab to be cast level.
level.
Understand how to cast a reinforced concrete How to cast a reinforced concrete slab
slab incorporating sump chamber and outlets, incorporating sump chamber and outlets,
services and connections for other appropriate services and connections for other appropriate
drainage (spine drainage). drainage (spine drainage).
How to install perimeter drainage channel with
Install perimeter drainage channel into rebate
connections into formed rebates in the floor slab
with connections as per manufacturers spec.
to manufacturers spec.
Install perimeter drainage channel to floor slab
surface and lay sacrificial sand and cement How to install perimeter drainage channel on the
screed former against the channel all to floor slab surface to manufacturers spec.
manufacturers spec.

Install perimeter drainage channel to floor slab How to lay sacrificial sand and cement screed or
surface and lay approved insulation material approved insulation against the channel to
against the channel all to manufacturers spec. manufacturers spec.

Fit inspection access/maintenance ports to the How to fit inspection access/maintenance ports
channel at key changes in direction or every 8 – to the channel at key changes in direction or
10 metres as per manufacturers spec. every 8 – 10 metres as per manufacturers spec.

Install sump correctly in chamber as per How to install sump correctly in chamber as per
manufacturers spec. manufacturers spec.
Complete connections between sump and How to complete connections between sump
drainage channel and drainage channel
Make good and repair excavated sump and How to make good and repair excavated sump
channel floor edges with sand and cement and channel floor edges with sand and cement
mortar incorporating waterproof additive. mortar incorporating waterproof additive.

How to mix and apply a specialised waterproof

Apply a specialised waterproof product coat to
product to walls and floors to provide primary
walls to provide primary resistance to passage
resistance to passage of water and apply a tight
of water and to provide a flat prepared surface
waterproof render coat to walls/floors to create
to receive the waterproofing system in
a flat, sound surface and apply product(s) in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions

Apply anti-lime coating to any new concrete How to apply anti-lime coating to new concrete
walls and floor. walls and floor.
Flood test floor and drainage to ensure test How to flood test floor and drainage to ensure it
water runs freely to sump runs freely to sump
Check wall and floor surfaces have been How to assess all wall and floor surfaces have
prepared correctly to receive the been prepared correctly to receive a
waterproofing system. waterproofing membrane.

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Calculate the amount of membrane product(s) How to calculate the amount of product(s) that
that will be required in relation to the work will be required in relation to the work
area/specification in accordance with the area/specification in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. manufacturer’s instructions.
Fix Cavity Drainage Membrane to walls and How to fix Cavity Drainage Membrane to walls
vaulted surfaces in accordance with and vaulted surfaces in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions using correct manufacturer’s instructions using correct fixings
fixings and joint tapes. and joint tapes.
Fix Cavity Drainage Membrane to walls in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
using correct fixings, joint tapes and detailing
at the perimeter for independent dry lining
systems.

Fix Cavity Drainage Plaster Membrane to walls How to fix Cavity Drainage Plaster Membrane to
in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions walls and vaulted surfaces in accordance with
using correct fixings and joint tapes and manufacturer’s instructions using correct fixings,
detailing at the perimeter in readiness to joint tapes and detailing at the perimeter in
receiving plaster direct or dot and dab fixed readiness to receiving plaster direct or dot and
plasterboard. dab fixed plasterboard.

Fix Cavity Drainage Membrane to walls in How to fix Cavity Drainage Membrane to walls
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and vaulted surfaces in accordance with
using correct fixings and joint tapes and manufacturer’s instructions using correct fixings,
detailing at the perimeter to receive timber joint tapes and detailing at the perimeter to
battens or frame fixed to membrane fixings receive timber battens or frame fixed to
from floor to ceiling to form dry lining ready to membrane fixings from floor to ceiling to form
receive plasterboard. dry lining and ready to receive plasterboard.

How to identify and prepare surfaces of soffits to

Prepare surfaces of soffits to enable the
enable the installation of a Cavity Drainage
installation of a Cavity Drainage System.
System.
Lay appropriate Cavity Drainage Floor How to lay appropriate Cavity Drainage Floor
Membrane over prepared floor or approved Membrane over prepared floor or approved
insulation in accordance with manufacturer’s insulation in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions using correct joint tapes and instructions using correct joint tapes and
detailing at the perimeter to receive various detailing at the perimeter in readiness to receive
floor finishes. floor finishes.
Identify the need for continuation of the How to identify the need for continuation of the
waterproofing system in stepped and multi- waterproofing system in stepped and multi-level
level basements. basements.
Ensure compatibility between How to ensure compatibility between
products/systems. products/systems.
Mark final positions of rodding and jetting How to mark-up final positions for rodding and
access points for maintenance and service of jetting access points for maintenance and service
the drainage channels. of the drainage channels.

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 How to connect outlet pipes to sump and to
suitable drainage outlet with approved
connection
Connect outlet pipes to sump and to approved
drainage or suitable land drainage.
Understand where pumped water should be
discharged to (suitable drainage) e.g. not a
soakaway.

How to flood test system and drainage to ensure

it runs freely to sump.
Final Test system and drainage for leakage and
efficiency.
Understand the need for appropriate ground
land drainage.
How to inspect channel, sump and pumps and
clear site debris.

How to flood test system and commission

Understand service and maintenance
pumps.
schedules for system.
Be aware of the service and maintenance
schedules for system

Identify different waste materials, segregate as

necessary, bag up and store safely for disposal.

Dispose of contaminated or hazardous waste Understand the importance of safe disposal of

materials and product containers in line with contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
employer procedures. product containers.

Check whether sign off Construction Quality

Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

Check sign off in line with employer’s

procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.
4.7 Install drains, sump and pumping ancillaries

The basic principle of a Type C waterproofing system is that a cavity is formed between the
ground retaining elements and the internal finishes. These cavities are used to direct water to
collection channels that in turn deliver water to a point where it can be discharged. The process
of water management is generally achieved using cavity drain membranes (CDM) and drainage
channels or pipes directing to a sump and pump system to manage the disposal of the collected
water. Pumped water should be discharged into suitable drainage, not a soakaway, which can
manage large quantities of water and not susceptible to flood or re-entry into the building.
Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

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 How to amend and update Risk Assessments.
Read method statements and risk assessments
associated with planned work procedures How to identify Hazard Warning signs
regarding working within deep structures,
using tools and machinery, creating dust and Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
mixing/applying/using products that create or ingestion
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access How to select and use safely the correct tools
equipment for the task. and equipment for the task.
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and How to interpret plans and written instructions.
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for
waterproofing.
Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage When and where to deploy appropriate warning
and barriers. notices, signage and barriers.

Pre-installation measures and precautions

necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Identify a party wall and precautions to take

Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.

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Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Recognise wall and floor surfaces that are not
necessary for the successful application of
suitable to receive waterproofing and require
waterproofing, i.e. exposed reinforcement
preparatory work prior to application.
protection.
Check all pipe and electrical services have been
How to check all pipe and electrical services have
removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
been removed from wall and floor surfaces, or if
retained, have been prepared with correct
retained, have been prepared with correct joints
joints and or seals for the waterproofing
and or seals for the waterproofing application.
application.
Check all inbuilt structural timbers and frame How to check all inbuilt structural timbers and
timbers have been removed or isolated from frame timbers have been removed or isolated
walls to be waterproofed. from walls.

How to select and safely use any equipment for

Identify and safely use Tools & Equipment as
preparatory work mentioned in the method
required:
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers, scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders

• Power washing and pumping equipment

• Cement mixers
• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe
and brushes
• Plaster mixers and plastering tools,
trowels, floats etc
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips,
cutters etc
• Measuring tools
• Etc

Clean off loose material, remove old

plasters/render and other surface materials.
Safe use of a Club/Lump hammer, bolster and
cold chisel.
Safe use of an electrical hammer chisel.

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Safe use of scarifying/scabbling equipment.
Safe use of power washing equipment.
The reason why wall and floor preparation are
Wall and floor preparation is necessary for the necessary for the installation of drainage
installation of drainage components e.g. components e.g. exposed reinforcement
exposed reinforcement protection. protection.

Examine exposed masonry and assess How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
suitability for receiving waterproofing and floors and assess suitability for receiving
drainage components. waterproofing and drainage components.
Carry out pre-installation checks on the How to carry out pre-installation checks on the
condition and installation of the drainage condition and installation of the drainage
channels & inspection ports, spine drains, sump channels & inspection ports, spine drains, sump
and drainage connections. and drainage connections.
Carry out flood test of the system to test wall
How to flood test floor and drainage to ensure
and floor membrane, drainage to ensure test
test water runs freely to sump and carry out
water runs freely to sump and carry out
remedial works should they be required.
remedial works should they be required.
Recognise and mark final positions of rodding How to mark-up final positions for rodding and
and jetting access points for maintenance and jetting access points for maintenance and service
service of the drainage channels. of the drainage channels.
Install the pumps, alarm system and battery How to install pumps, alarm system and battery
back-up systems in accordance with back-up systems in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions. manufacturer’s instructions.
Connect pump outlet pipes to suitable drainage How to connect pump outlet pipes into suitable
with approved connection. drainage with approved connection.
Carry out inspection of channel, sump and How to inspect channel, sump and pumps for
pumps for debris and remove before testing. debris and remove before testing.
Final check of all pipe connections. How to check all pipe connections.
Be aware that an appropriately qualified person
Check to ensure electrical installation has been
needs to connect electrics to pumps, alarms and
carried out by appropriately qualified person.
battery back-up.

Flood test system and commission pumps. How to flood test system and commission pumps

Check pipes, system and drainage for leakage How to check pipes, system and drainage for
and obstruction. leakage or obstructions.
Check that the pumped water has discharged How to check that the pumped water has
into suitable drainage. discharged into suitable drainage.
Ensure all paperwork relating to the drainage
system is handed over to the appropriate Be aware of the service and maintenance
person e.g. service and maintenance schedules schedules for system.
for system.

Identify different waste materials, segregate as

necessary, bag up and store safely for disposal.

Dispose of contaminated or hazardous waste Understand the importance of safe disposal of

materials and product containers in line with contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
employer procedures. product containers.

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 Check whether sign off Construction Quality
Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

Check sign off in line with employer’s

procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.
4.8 Prepare and install Gas Membranes (based on British Geomembrane Association Specialist Up-
Skilling Programme)

The Installation of Gas Membranes to buildings is a highly skilled specialized activity and is
becoming more of a requirement in the Construction Industry of today due to the release of
greater amounts of Brownfield Land because of Government directives for the construction of a
wide range of buildings including homes, industrial units, shops, sports centres etc.

Dangerous ground gases such as Radon, Methane and Carbon dioxide can infiltrate buildings and
build up in areas of poor ventilation and create dangerous environments for inhabitants of the
buildings which can be harmful to health. Methane is explosive, and an asphyxiating gas and
carbon dioxide is asphyxiating.

Awareness of Gas Membranes – where hot works specified, these can only be applied with hot
works permit, extremely unlikely to be used by new entrant.
Learner to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.
How to amend and update Risk Assessments.
Read method statements and risk assessments
How to identify Hazard Warning signs
associated with planned work procedures
regarding working within deep structures,
Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
using tools and machinery, creating dust and
or ingestion
mixing/applying/using products that create
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Pre-installation measures and precautions

necessary prior to starting work.

How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

Take appropriate measures to contain and dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
control dust/fume and ventilate work area. work areas.

How to use mechanical extraction equipment for

dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

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 Identify a party wall and precautions to take
Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996. before and when working on a party wall.
Make equipment which generate heat
available for inspection and state which fire
extinguishers are to be available on site.
Confirm if a hot works permit is needed and if
so is in place.
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources.
resources
Identify and confirm plot location and drive How to identify and confirm plot location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near drive vehicle with equipment and materials as
to location as allowed. near to location as allowed.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

Prepare the surrounding site with appropriate

signage and locate crates for cleaning footwear When and where to deploy appropriate warning
prior to stepping into areas where gas notices, signage and barriers.
membranes will be installed.
Overhead and underground services are Ensure the overhead and underground services
identified, and locations marked around the are identified and locations marked around the
work area. work area.
Check specification against the site conditions How to examine exposed prepared masonry and
to confirm base material and associated floors and assess suitability for receiving
venting requirements are correct. membrane materials.
Identify the penetration points associated with
drains venting, water, gas, electric.

Installing venting media to include the

following:
• Pipe and Gravel system
• Geo-composite
• Polystyrene
• Clean stone single size
• Block and Beam with Vented Void
• Clean air blanket
• Pressurized Passive Extraction

Place aggregate 150mm depth in base of

trench. Lay venting pipe and connect T pieces
surround pipe work and fill trench.
Check that T pieces are installed and at the
correct centre, not near doorways, not
obstructed by foundations.
Blind above venting material.
Check that all periscope vents are in place.

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Make visual checks that the correct blinding
materials have been used and correctly laid
with appropriate finish.
Visually check that there are no sharp objects
on the areas where membrane is to be
installed.
No areas of ponding.
Clean off mortar droppings on Block and Beam
floors with scraper where necessary
Sign off Sub-base Acceptance Form to be
completed and provided to main contractor,
Grounds works contractor and Environmental
Engineer validating the installation.

Select correct PPE:

• Hard hat
• Gloves
• Safety shoes

How to select and safely use any equipment for

Select Tools and Equipment: work mentioned in the method statement.
• Hot Air Gun
• Appropriate temperature settings where
run up test
Allow for warm up period allowing for:
• Regular temp checks
• Start up
• After lunch, any breaks
• Climatic conditions
• Thickness of membrane
• New rolls
• Moisture

Identify Correct Membrane i.e. 1200 gauge,

1600 gauge Reinforced, 1600-gauge Foil Core
Reinforced,1mm HDPE, 1mm LDPE, 1mm PP,
1.5mm HDPE.
Make sample joint for quality assurance
records highlighting method of jointing,
materials and dates for retention by Main
Contractor and Validation Inspector or
Environmental Engineer and Installer.

Cut samples for Archiving:

• 200mm contractor
• 200mm Installer
• 200mm Validation company

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Roll Out Membrane to applicable site
dimensions and:
• Correct Manual Handling
• Check Direction of Membrane Measure
• Cut
• Final Placement
• Make the joints welded and taped
• Cut and form around penetrations
• Condition perimeter membrane and floor
membrane to receive tape:
• Install Tape Make Joint
• Form Corners from full sheets, hospital
corners,

• Install Preformed Corners, (Self-adhesive)

• Acoustic details
• Robust details
• Door openings
• External corner first
• Welded methods
• Cut around Service Entries
• Install Top Hat Pre-formed unit with gas
tight
• Seal to pipework.
• Seal using SAGM to columns/pipes
• Clear site, dispose of cut of membrane in
appropriate skips.

Physically inspect surface of membrane and

identify areas of damage:
Pin holes Cuts Tears
Patch repair damage
Clean, condition, Radius and patch the area
damaged
Patch with appropriate size patches i.e.
100mm 150mm laps
Cut out and radius prior to patching.
Understand the importance of safe disposal of
Identify different waste materials, segregate as
contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
necessary, bag up and store safely for disposal.
product containers.

Collect, contain and dispose of waste correctly

at appropriate waste disposal facility

Check whether sign off Construction Quality

Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

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 Check sign off in line with employer’s
procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.
Validation and Inspection Understand:

Who the appropriate person is to carry out a

Learner to demonstrate, list or state how to:
Validation test.
Provide information that Install is ready to be That a Validation test must be independent of
validated. the company installing the membrane.

Provide the samples of welds carried out at the The Validation and Testing procedures; how and
beginning of the contract. why they are carried out covering the following:

Work with Validation Inspector and carry out

patch repairs and provide information on • Subgrade acceptance
installation process as requested.

Carry out patch repairs as and when identified • Venting media

Ensure Validator inspects patch repairs • Inlets & outlets in correct position
Take receipt of Validation test certificate/
• Point stress test (pick test)
report on successful inspection.
Installer gets copy • Air lance
Installer forwards to main contractor • Pressure test
Contractor to main client filed in “Operation
• Tracer gas test
and Maintenance” file.
• Dielectric testing
• Smoke testing

Making good prior to Validation Inspection.

After inspection cover tape installation.
Sign off as per company procedures.
That a validation inspection can occur at any
time.

That experience and reputation can lead to a

reduced number of validations being requested.

Who must be provided with a Validation

Certificate.
Failure of one plot may lead to other plots
requiring inspection.
4.9 Prepare for and apply concrete (Type B Waterproofing Systems).

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Type B (structurally integral) protection as defined by BS8102:2009 (Code of practice for
protection of below ground structures against water from the ground) where the structure itself
is constructed as an integral water-resistant shell. Invariably built of reinforced concrete, the
basement structure must be designed within certain strict parameters to ensure it is water
resistant.
When considering and or specifying a Type B integral system, this should only be carried out
where there is knowledge and understanding of waterproofing in relation to BS 8102: (2009) and
in the case of concrete structures an understanding and competence in concrete construction.
The water tightness of the Type B construction is reliant upon the design and construction of the
basement as an integral shell, using a concrete of low permeability, and appropriate joint
detailing.
Defects can be minimised by correct specification and design and by careful construction.

Concrete structures are constructed using metal structural formwork, Rebar - steel rods formed
into metal frames of various thicknesses, designed to reinforce the concrete. Type B
Waterproofing structures are generally formed of poured concrete reinforced floors and walls,
although other concrete/metal structures such as steel piles, underpinning etc are used to
construct the walls.
Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.
How to amend and update Risk Assessments.
Read method statements and risk assessments
How to identify Hazard Warning signs
associated with planned work procedures
regarding working within deep structures,
Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
using tools and machinery, creating dust and
or ingestion
mixing/applying/using products that create
hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be erected, adjusted or towers only to be erected, adjusted or
dismantled by PASMA certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
Select and use safely the correct access Understand how to select and use safely the
equipment for the task. correct tools and equipment for the task
How to identify storage areas for tools and
Identify storage areas for tools and resources
resources
Identify and confirm site location and position How to identify and confirm site location and
vehicle with equipment and materials as near safest, closest vehicle position with equipment
to location as allowed. and materials.

Unload vehicle and resources and return Understand how to unload vehicle and resources
vehicle to permitted parking areas. and return vehicle to permitted parking areas.

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Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
Interpret plans and written instructions and
identify wall(s) and floor(s) scheduled for How to interpret plans and written instructions.
waterproofing.
Deploy appropriate warning notices, signage
How to identify Hazard Warning signs
and barriers.
When and where to deploy appropriate warning
notices, signage and barriers.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.
control dust/fume and ventilate work area.
How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.
Identify a party wall and precautions to take
Comply with the Party Wall Act etc 1996.
before and when working on a party wall.
The roles of the structural engineer, architect
and waterproofing designer responsible for the
design and function of the reinforced concrete
slab, walls, piled walls, underpinning and
waterproofing detail.

How to interpret plans and written instructions

Be aware of plans and written instructions
from the structural engineer, architect and
relating to site investigation, water table,
waterproofing designer for the design and
ground conditions, ground drainage, soil type
function of the reinforced concrete slab, walls,
and conditions, site de-watering and ground
piled walls, underpinning and waterproofing
gases.
detail.
The role of ground works for site excavation Understand the role of ground works for site
relating to foundations and formation of excavation creating foundations and formation of
reinforced floor slab. reinforced floor slab.
The role of ground works in formation of sheet Understand the role of ground works involving
piled wall construction forming sheet piled sheet piled wall construction forming sheet piled
walls/ steel retaining walls. walls/ steel retaining walls.
The role of underpinning specialists in Understand the role of underpinning specialists
excavation and formation of underpinned in excavation and formation of underpinned
walls. walls.
The function and construction of a reinforced Understand how a reinforced concrete floor slab
concrete floor slab including the importance of including the importance of a ‘kicker’ joint for
a ‘kicker’ joint for wall formation. wall formation is constructed.
The basic function and construction of a Understand how a reinforced concrete wall is
reinforced concrete wall. constructed.

The function and construction of structural Understand how structural metal formwork and
metal formwork and shuttering works for shuttering works for formation of reinforced
formation of reinforced concrete slab and wall concrete slab and wall formation is constructed.
formation.

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 Understand how to work out the amount of
Materials and product(s) that will be required
materials and product(s) that will be required to
to construct formwork and shuttering in
construct formwork and shuttering in relation to
relation to the work specification.
the work specification.
The function and construction of approved
Understand how to excavate and construct
ground drainage for structural waterproofing
appropriate and effective ground drainage.
and the role of external land drainage.
The function and construction of rodding and Understand how to install and form effective
jetting access points to maintain and service rodding and jetting access points to maintain and
external land drainage. service external land drainage.
Understand how to check that overhead and
Ensure the overhead and underground services
underground services are identified, and
are identified and locations marked around the
locations marked around the work area before
work area before commencement.
commencement.
Check site conditions are conducive to concrete Understand how to check site conditions are
placement. conducive for concrete placement.
Understand how to identify and mark up
Identify the penetration points associated with
penetration points associated with drains,
drains, venting, water, gas, electric
venting, water, gas, electric.

How to select and safely use any equipment for

What Tools & Equipment are required: preparatory work mentioned in the method
statement.
• 110v equipment
• Generators and Lighting
• Preparation tools including electrical
hammer chisel, breakers, scarifiers. scabblers
and abrasive equipment
• Drilling tools
• Hand held power tools including cutters
and grinders,
• Cement mixers
• Wheel barrow, shovel, spade, pick-axe and
brushes
• Hand tools including hammers, mallets,
wrecking bars
• Sharp edge tools including bolsters,
chisels, knives, wire cutters, screwdrivers etc
• Cutting tools including saws, snips, cutters,
grinders etc,
• Measuring tools
• Concrete compaction and placement
equipment

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CONCRETE

Concrete is pre-mixed and ordered to a quality-controlled specification and either delivered to

site in pre-mix specialised vehicles or mixed on site using a site mixing plant. The pre-mixed
concrete is either gravity dropped into formwork/shuttering or using booms that pump the
concrete up from the vehicle container and deposit it into the formwork. Foundations and the
reinforced floor of the concrete building are poured first. Service and Utility pipes are pre-
installed before the concrete is poured. Once the floor and foundation have cured, the walls and
pillars can be poured. Rebar from the floor is tied to the rebar set in the wall forms.

The most common defects are: permeable concrete; honeycombing through lack of compaction;
contamination of or cold joints; cracks due to thermal contraction and shrinkage; poor and
inadequate placement of waterbars, hydrophilic strips and joints.

Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know:

An understanding of reinforced concrete. What is reinforced concrete.

Understand construction of structures using
correctly specified concrete and concrete
admixtures.
How to construct structures using reinforce
Understand Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF)
concrete including Insulated Concrete Formwork
Construction for Basements.
(ICF).
Calculate the amount of concrete that will be How to calculate the amount of concrete that will
required in relation to the work be required in relation to the work
area/specification. area/specification.
Make visual checks that all shuttering and How to check that all shuttering and formwork
formwork have been correctly erected for have been installed correctly prior to loading and
loading and pouring of concrete. pouring concrete.
Check site conditions are conducive to concrete Understand how site conditions can affect
placement. concrete placement e.g. temperature.
Identify the penetration points associated with Check for any penetration points associated with
drains, venting, water, gas, electric and their drains, venting, water, gas, electric and have
correct preparation. been correctly prepared.

Visually check that there are no sharp objects How to check for sharp objects to areas where
on the areas where membranes are to be used. membrane is to be installed.

Concrete - type, cement, sand, aggregates and Understand concrete - type, cement, sand,
water ratios together with additives to create aggregates and water ratios together with
‘Watertight concrete’ in accordance with BS EN additives to create ‘Watertight concrete’ in
8500: 2012. accordance with BS EN 8500: 2012.
Understand the principle of receiving and
How to receive and check correct concrete mix
assessing correct concrete mix type at point of
type at point of delivery, accepting or rejecting
delivery, accepting or rejecting batches
batches delivered to site.
delivered to site.
Understand how to oversee unloading and How to oversee the unloading and optimum pour
optimum pour sizes of concrete mixes. sizes of concrete mixes.

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 Understand how to download and cast How to download and cast concrete correctly
concrete correctly into pre-formed structures; into pre-formed structures, levelling and
levelling and compacting correctly. compacting correctly.
Understand the importance of construction
Construction joints, day joints, expansion joint,
joints, day joints, expansion joint, movement
movement joints and typical installation joints.
joints and typical installation joints.
Understand how to waterproof construction
How to waterproof construction joints, e.g.
joints, e.g. hydrophilic strips, water bars, metal
hydrophilic strips, water bars, metal strips, etc.
strips, etc.
Understand how to strike, dismantle shuttering
How to strike, dismantle shuttering and support
and support formwork from cured concrete
formwork from cured concrete correctly.
correctly.
Understand the causes and remediation of
What are the causes of defects – cracks,
defects – cracks, honeycombing, cracking and
honeycombing, cracking and lack of compaction
lack of compaction and remedial options
and the remediation options available.
available.
How to assess all wall and floor surfaces have
Assessment of suitability of all wall and floor
been prepared correctly to receive a
surfaces to receive a waterproofing membrane.
waterproofing membrane.
Understand the importance of safe disposal of
Identify different waste materials, segregate as
contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
necessary, bag up and store safely for disposal.
product containers.

Collect, contain and dispose of waste correctly

at appropriate waste disposal facility.

Check whether sign off Construction Quality

Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

Check sign off in line with employer’s

procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.
4.10 Dismantling and removing temporary work area protection and safety equipment
Learners to demonstrate, list or state how to: Learners need to know

How to apply safe work practices, follow

Locate authorised person to induct you on to
procedures, report problems and establish the
site and make introductions
authority needed to rectify them.

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 How to amend and update Risk Assessments.
Read method statements and risk assessments
How to identify Hazard Warning signs
associated with planned work procedures
regarding working within deep structures,
Action to take in the event of a spillage, accident
using tools and machinery, creating dust and
or ingestion
dismantling materials that create hazards.
Understand manufacturer/COSHH data sheets.

Select and wear correct and suitable PPE for How to select and wear correct and suitable PPE
the tasks. for the task.
When and where to deploy appropriate warning
notices, signage and barriers.

Take appropriate measures to contain and How to screen off, protect areas to control dust.
control dust/fume and ventilate work area.
How to use mechanical extraction equipment for
dust and fumes or passive equipment to ventilate
work areas.

Consider the work schedule and risk

assessment regarding the Working at Height
Regulations 2005.
All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold All scaffold systems including mobile scaffold
towers only to be dismantled by PASMA towers only to be erected, adjusted or
certified person dismantled by PASMA certified person
How to identify and confirm site location and
Identify and confirm site location and position
safest, closest vehicle position for dismantling
vehicles near to location as allowed.
site equipment and materials
Understand how to dismantle safely site access
Dismantle basic access equipment.
equipment
Understand how to dismantle safely site tools
Dismantle safely site equipment. and equipment

Understand how to load vehicle and resources

Load vehicle and resources correctly.
correctly.

How to Safely dismantle and remove from site

Hazard Warning signs.

How to Safely dismantle and remove from site

warning notices, signage and barriers.
Safely dismantle and remove from site warning
notices, signage and barriers.
How to Safely dismantle and remove from site
any mechanical extraction equipment.

How to Safely dismantle and remove from site

tools and equipment for the task.

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Identify different waste materials, segregate as
necessary, bag up and store safely for disposal.

Understand the importance of safe disposal of

Collect, contain and dispose of waste correctly contaminated or hazardous waste materials and
at appropriate waste disposal facility. product containers.

Check whether sign off Construction Quality

Assurance site inspection has been carried out.

Check sign off in line with employer’s

procedures, i.e. clear site for last time; where
feasible retain usable materials for re-use;
safely load van; return to depot; unload tools
and materials and record as appropriate; clean
and store appropriately.

Disposal of Waste Disposal of Waste

Learners need to know how to:
Adopt safe manual handling techniques, by Correct handling techniques including task
practical application of lifting, pushing and assessment, where mechanical aids are available
carrying of waste loads. to assist with waste movement.
As required secure waste materials in a safe Store waste material on site in a safe manner
location on site whilst awaiting permanent least likely to cause a hazard, injury or
disposal. obstruction to others.
Segregate as necessary different waste types What constitutes hazardous/special waste and
including hazardous /special waste. specific requirements for its disposal
How to Identify different waste materials,
Dispose of waste correctly and know when to segregate as necessary, bag up, store safely and
use designated waste disposal sites. dispose of waste correctly at appropriate waste
disposal facility
How to dispose of contaminated or hazardous
waste materials and product containers.

FINAL TESTING AND SIGN OFF

The practicable and knowledge will be assessed through various disciplines including:
Observation, Professional Discussion, Photographic and other methods, all subject to an agreed
Assessment Plan with the learner

Each learner is to provide performance

evidence in Structural Waterproofing VQ Level Job Knowledge:
2 in:

Qualification Credit Framework Assessment in

Health & Safety on site.
following Units:
Handling & Storage on site. VR 641
Documentation & Communication on site. VR 642
Site preparation. VR 643
Prepare surfaces for Waterproofing VR 491
Material application/installation. VR 492

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 Application equipment preparation Options (one of following)
Carry out structural waterproofing VR 360
VR 400
VR 401
VR 657
Professional discussion
Witness Testimony

Final Sign Off

The penultimate visit, usually visit 3 during months 14 – 15 – ((see 4) Assessment) will include a
check of the N/SVQ requirements and the drawing up of an action plan for the completion of the
new entrant’s individual N/SVQ Portfolio and final sign off the N/SVQ.

Section 9.0 Glossary of Terms

CITB Construction Industry Training Board

COSHH Control of Substances Harmful to Health
CSCS Construction Skills Certification Scheme
CSSW Certificated Surveyor in Structural Waterproofing
DPC Damp Proof Course

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 HSWA Health and Safety at Work Act
MEWPs Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
NOS National Occupational Standards
N/SVQ National and Scottish Vocational Qualification
PASMA Prefabricated Access Suppliers' & Manufacturers' Association
PAT Portable Appliance Testing
PCA Property Care Association
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
QCF Qualification Credit Framework

Section 10.0 Key Parties

Training Provider:
Property Care Association
11 Ramsay Court
Kingfisher Way
Hinchingbrooke Business Park
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6FY

T: 0844 375 4301

E: [email protected]
W: www.property-care.org

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