Waterproofing Essentials - Below ground (Basements)

BELOW GROUND – BASEMENTS

Hosted at The Waterstop Shop

Date: 10 April
Time: 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: The Waterstop Shop
Delivery: Face-to-face

BELOW GROUND WATERPROOFING – BASEMENTS

This workshop focuses on below-ground waterproofing and basement construction, addressing why basements fail, NCC 2022 compliance requirements, system selection, and the critical design, detailing, and inspection considerations required to achieve compliant and durable outcomes.

WORKSHOP CONTENT

Basements & Failure Risk

• Introduction to below-ground waterproofing
• Statistical data relating to basement failures
• Why basements fail

NCC Compliance

• NCC 2022 compliance requirements for below-ground structures

Site Evaluation & Risk Assessment

• Site evaluation and risk assessment
• Importance of hydrogeological testing
• Soil assessment considerations

Waterproofing Systems

• Choosing the right waterproofing system
• Type A – Barrier Protection
• Type B – Structurally Integral Protection
• Type C – Drained Protection

Materials, Design & Application

• Use of high-performance concrete and admixtures
• Application of waterproofing membranes:
  • Sheet systems
  • Liquid-applied systems
• Ensuring waterproofing continuity, including:
  • Damp-proof courses
  • Above-ground level extensions

Critical Detailing

• Waterproofing terminations
• Pipe penetrations
• Movement joints

Drainage, Inspection & Maintenance

• Drainage system design and installation
• Inspection checkpoints prior to backfilling
• Post-construction basement repair
• Developing a maintenance schedule

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Participants will gain an understanding of:

• Why basements fail and how failures occur
• NCC 2022 compliance requirements for below-ground waterproofing
• Site risk assessment and soil considerations
• Selection of appropriate waterproofing systems
• Critical detailing, drainage, and continuity requirements
• Inspection, repair, and maintenance considerations

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Builders and site supervisors
• Waterproofers, tilers, plumbers, and carpenters
• Designers and building designers
• Building surveyors and certifiers
• Industry professionals involved in waterproofing design, installation, inspection, or sign-off

DELIVERY FORMAT

• Real site photos and video examples
• Detailing demonstrations
• Open discussion and Q&A

TRAINER

Byron Landeryou
Founder & Managing Director – CompliBuild & Waterproof Awareness

25+ years in construction as a tiler and waterproofing subcontractor
Qualified Trainer & Assessor
3,500+ industry professionals trained nationwide
Victorian Lead & Committee Member – Australian Institute of Waterproofing
Course designer for Master Builders Association
Former trade school educator and curriculum developer

Byron specialises in bridging design intent, practical construction, and regulatory compliance.

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