5.4 Waterproofing of basements and other below ground structures

5.4.8 Handling, storage and protection

Waterproofing materials, products and systems shall be handled, stored and protected in a satisfactory manner to prevent damage, distortion, weathering or degradation. Issues to be taken into account include:

  1. handling and storage
  2. protection from ongoing works.

Handling and storage#

Materials, products and systems should be transported, lifted, handled and stored in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Protection from ongoing works#

Design should consider the risk of damage caused by ongoing works. Details of suitable protection measures should be specified in the design and include:

  • fixing of other components, such as skirtings, wall ties and wall linings
  • protection of the waterproofing from backfilling.

Proprietary products and systems should be protected and tested before backfilling occurs.

Last updated: 2nd January 2024

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