This Balcony & External Waterproofing SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers preparing, priming, applying and curing waterproofing membranes and coatings on balconies, decks, planter boxes and other external areas. It covers edge protection checks, ventilation and ignition control for solvent-based products, substrate preparation, coat thickness and recoat times, reinforcing joints and upstands, flood testing, clean-up and storage. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Waterproofing contractors
Builders and residential construction trades
Tilers who also waterproof
Building repair and remedial contractors
Strata maintenance contractors
Use it to
Train and induct workers in exactly how you expect the task to be done
Keep a clear reference at the machine, in the vehicle or on site
Record competency with the built-in sign-off
Show clients, insurers and auditors your safe work methods are written down
What this SOP covers
Falls from balcony, deck or slab edges where edge protection is incomplete
Solvent, isocyanate or dust inhalation during preparation and application
Skin and eye contact with solvent-based, epoxy or two-pack products
Fire or explosion from flammable vapours near an ignition source
Slips on wet, primed or partly cured surfaces
Manual handling of membrane drums, buckets and mixing equipment
Strain from repetitive rolling, trowelling and extended kneeling
Cuts from scrapers, utility knives and grinding equipment
Silica dust when mechanically preparing concrete
What's included
7 pre-operational checks, from reading the SDS and confirming edge protection to substrate moisture, ventilation and weather
A 10-step operating procedure covering substrate preparation, masking, mixing, priming, membrane coats, curing and flood testing
Controls in place of isolation for edge protection, ventilation and fume control, and rated equipment where flammable vapours are present
6 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for chemical exposure symptoms, spills, fire and falls from the edge
PPE checklist and a list of related documents
Competency acknowledgement and worker sign-off
Space for your logo, SOP number, version and review dates
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing an SOP from a blank page
Written as clear, numbered steps that workers can follow on the job
Fully editable, so you can match it to your equipment, site and how your team works
The competency sign-off gives you a training record from day one
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, company name, SOP number and dates.
Check it suits your equipment and site, and edit anything you need to.
Train your workers and have them sign the competency acknowledgement.
Need more than one SOP?
This SOP is also included in the Ultimate Tiling & Waterproofing SOP Bundle. At $197 for the whole bundle, it works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Does it cover internal wet areas?
No. It covers balconies, decks, planter boxes and other external areas. Internal wet area waterproofing, and tiling over the cured membrane, need their own procedures.
Does it cover installing edge protection?
No. Workers confirm edge protection is in place before starting, but installing guardrails and other fall prevention is covered by your working at heights procedures.
Is a P2 mask enough for solvent-based membranes?
No. The SOP calls for a respirator with an organic vapour cartridge when using solvent-based, epoxy or two-pack polyurethane products.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any step, check or hazard, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
