Test Methods and Specifications

Cover of Waterproofing of Concrete Bridge Decks
Waterproofing of Concrete Bridge Decks
  • Publication no: ATS-5350-20
  • Published: 19 June 2020
  • Edition: 1.0

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5350 sets out the requirements for the supply of materials and application of waterproofing membrane systems on new or existing concrete bridge decks. It does not cover waterproofing membrane systems for use on steel or timber bridge decks.

The technical specification can also be downloaded as a Word document.

  • 1. Scope
  • 2. Definitions
  • 3. Referenced Documents
  • 4. Quality System Requirements
  • 5. Contractor Competency
  • 6. Materials
    • General Requirements
    • Storage and Handling
    • Primers
    • Preformed Waterproofing Membrane
    • Liquid Applied Membrane
    • Protective Layer
    • Tack Coat
  • 7. Performance Requirements
    • General
    • Requirements during Application
    • Requirements in-Service
    • Testing of the Waterproofing Membrane
  • 8. Protection of Works, People and Property
  • 9. Surface Preparation
  • 10. Environmental Conditions
  • 11. Trial Application
  • 12. Application of the Waterproofing Membrane
    • General
    • Spray Equipment
    • Application of Preformed Membrane
    • Application of Liquid Waterproofing Membrane
    • Coverage
  • 13. Protection of the Waterproofing Membrane
  • 14. Inspection and Testing
    • Testing before Application
    • Testing after Application
  • 15. Waterproofing Membrane Repairs
  • Annexure A: Summary of Hold Points, Witness Points and Records