Internal and External Waterproofing - Industry Best Practice

The Internal and External Waterproofing – Industry Best Practice course provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills to correctly install internal and external waterproofing systems in accordance with industry best practice, the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant Australian Standards, including 3740 Waterproofing of domestic wet areas.

Participants will gain an understanding of waterproofing principles, substrate preparation, membrane selection, detailing of penetrations and junctions, quality assurance requirements, and the common causes of waterproofing failures. The course combines theory with a practical demonstration of external waterproofing applied to a balcony or planter box structure, while also providing an understanding of internal waterproof membrane systems and compliance requirements. The course includes practical demonstrations and industry guidance to assist participants in applying best-practice waterproofing techniques across a range of residential and commercial construction projects.

This is a non-accredited course; participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance on successful completion.

• The standards, codes and regulatory requirements that govern waterproofing
• Internal wet-area waterproofing principles and industry best practice
• External waterproofing systems, including balconies and below-ground applications
• Waterproofing materials, system selection and application requirements
• Common waterproofing defects, failures and how to prevent them
• Inspection requirements, quality assurance and compliance documentation

This course suits:

• Builders, site supervisors and project managers
• Waterproofers, tilers and other wet-area trades
• Building surveyors, certifiers and inspectors
• Anyone responsible for specifying, inspecting or managing waterproofing works

This is a non-accredited course. There are no formal assessment requirements. Participants who successfully complete training will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

To enrol, you’ll need to:

• Be at least 15 years old and bring photo identification on the day
• Have a basic level of written and spoken English
• Provide and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Safety boots, a P2 facemask, eye protection and surgical gloves must be worn during this course.

This course supports professional development for builders, supervisors and tradespeople responsible for waterproofing quality and compliance. Further study pathways include:

• CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
• BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
• WHS for Supervisors and Managers in the Construction Industry

• Standard rate:$1,093.00
• Member rate:$984.00

Recommended resources: The Master Builders NSW Waterproofing Guide Series is available for purchase through Master Builders ACT and is recommended to complement this course. The complete four-guide set is available for $330 (members) or $440 (non-members), with individual guides also available.