Practical Waterproofing Application Training Program

Program Type: Skill Development / Applicator Training
Format: Classroom Briefing + Demonstration + Hands-on Practical Session

Target Participants: Waterproofing Applicators, Helpers, Supervisors, Contractors, Site Technicians, Skilled Workers

Program Objective:
To train applicators in correct surface preparation, safe handling of materials, proper application techniques, detailing methods, quality checks, and common mistakes to avoid during waterproofing works. Based on the uploaded substructure and superstructure waterproofing content.

TRAINING SCHEDULE

DETAILED SYLLABUS

Session 1 – Introduction & Safety Briefing

Topics Covered

• Importance of waterproofing
• Role of applicator in project success
• Common causes of failure due to workmanship
• PPE requirements:
  • gloves
  • helmet
  • goggles
  • mask
  • safety shoes
• Safe handling of chemicals and tools
• Torch / heat application safety

Learning Outcome

Understand responsibilities and safe work practices.

Session 2 – Surface Preparation

Topics Covered

• Cleaning dust, laitance, oil, debris
• Removal of loose concrete
• Honeycomb repair preparation
• Crack opening and groove cutting
• Fillet preparation at corners
• Moisture condition checks
• Importance of dry / SSD substrate depending on system

Practical

• Demo of proper substrate cleaning
• Corner preparation and crack treatment

Learning Outcome

Prepare surface correctly before application.

Session 3 – Material Identification & Mixing

Topics Covered

• Cementitious coatings
• Primers
• Polyurethane coatings
• Membrane sheets
• Sealants
• PU injection materials
• Shelf life and storage
• Correct mixing ratio
• Pot life awareness

Practical

• Mixing 2-component material
• Correct use of measuring tools

Learning Outcome

Handle and mix materials correctly.

Session 4 – Cementitious Waterproofing Application

Topics Covered

• Brush application
• Roller application
• Number of coats
• Coverage rate
• Direction change between coats
• Curing requirements

Practical

• Participants apply coating on sample panel

Learning Outcome

Apply cementitious systems uniformly.

Session 5 – Liquid Applied Membrane Application

Topics Covered

• Primer application
• PU coating application
• Film build-up
• Wet film thickness awareness
• Recoat interval
• Protection after application

Practical

• Roller / squeegee application
• Thickness demonstration

Learning Outcome

Apply liquid membranes properly.

Session 6 – Membrane Sheet Application Demo

Topics Covered

• Surface readiness
• Alignment of rolls
• Overlap requirements
• Torch / self-adhesive method
• Air pocket prevention
• End lap detailing
• Termination methods

Practical

• Demonstration of roll laying and overlap treatment

Learning Outcome

Understand sheet membrane installation basics.

Session 7 – Joint / Crack Repair & Detailing

Topics Covered

• Pipe penetrations
• Drain outlets
• Expansion joints
• Construction joints
• PU injection basics
• Sealant application
• Reinforcement tape at cracks

Practical

• Joint sealing exercise
• Pipe collar treatment demo

Learning Outcome

Execute critical details correctly.

Session 8 – Quality Checks & Testing

Topics Covered

• Visual inspection
• Pinholes / missed spots
• Uniform coverage
• Thickness checks
• Flood test basics
• Protection before screed / tiles

Learning Outcome

Identify defects before handover.

Session 9 – Hands-on Assessment & Feedback

Candidate Tasks

• Surface prep
• Material mixing
• Apply coating
• Seal a joint
• Follow safety rules

Trainer Evaluation

• Skill
• Finish quality
• Correct method
• Safety compliance

COMMON MISTAKES TO BE COVERED

• Applying on dusty surface
• Wrong mixing ratio
• Excess water addition
• Thin coating application
• Improper overlaps
• Missing corner treatment
• No curing / early damage
• Poor drainage detailing

CERTIFICATION CRITERIA

CERTIFICATE TITLE

Certified Waterproofing Applicator

TOOLS & MATERIALS REQUIRED

• Demo slab / wall panels
• Brushes / rollers / trowels
• Mixing buckets
• Weighing tools
• PU / cementitious materials
• Membrane roll samples
• Sealants
• PPE kits

FINAL OUTCOME

After training, participants will be able to:

• Prepare surfaces correctly
• Mix materials as per instructions
• Apply coatings uniformly
• Understand membrane basics
• Perform detailing works
• Follow safety standards
• Reduce workmanship failures on site