Reference NRIGNICIVIO01 | = 3] "26" August 2008 | ‘Complance date NA Guidance Note Waterproofing Underline Bridge decks Endorsement and Authorisation Endorsed by: tb k Brady, Seni ‘and Standards Engineer Authorised by: PO ‘A Dray, Head of Structures Engineering Accepted for issue by: Nin M McManus, National Standards Manager This document is the property of Network Rail It shall not be reproduced in whole or part nor disclosed to a third party without the written permission of the Standard Owner. (© Copyright 2008 Network Rail, Uncontrolled copy once printed from its electronic source. Published and issued by Network Rail 40 Melton Street, London NW1 2EE. Network Rail —Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | Issue 3] Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Issue record Issue Date Comments 3 Dec 2007 Substantial revision, with changes to the format, order of text and reference number; revisions to take account of changes to NRIL3/CIV/041; and updating of references. 2 Aug 2001 Minor revisions 1A Aug 1999 Minor revisions 1 April 1998 New document, replaced BR Handbook 42 (1984) Reference documentation NRV/L3/CIV/041 Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks NRIL3/CIV/140 Model Clauses for Civil Engineering works BS EN ISO 12236 Geosynthetics. Static puncture test (CBR test) Disclaimer In issuing this document for its stated purpose, Network Rail makes no warranties, express or implied, that compliance with all or any documents it issues is sufficient on its own to ensure safe systems of work or operation. Users are reminded of their ‘own duties under health and safety legislation ‘Supply Copies of documents are available electronically, within Network Rail's organisation. Hard copies of this document will be available to Network Rail employees on request to the Document Controller and to other organisations from IHS (Technical Indexes Ltd) (01344 404409). Comments The applicability and content of this standard will be reviewed on a regular basis. Written comments on the accuracy and utility will be taken into account when assessing the need for a new issue of the standard; such comments should be sent to the Principal Policy and Standards Engineer (Civil Engineering) at 40 Melton Street, London NW1 2EE. Reference Note This Guidance Note supplements NRIL3/CIV/041: Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks: references to parts of that document are given as 1.1 (for example) whilst references to other parts of this Guidance Note are given as ©.” (for example). Alll the mandatory requirements given in the text of this Guidance Note are re-iterated from NR/L3/CIV/041: this Guidance Note does not introduce any further requirements. Page 2 of 37Contents 1 akon 5.1 5.2 61 6.2 63 6.4 65 66 7A 72 73 8.1 82 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 8.8 89 8.10 10.4 Reference NRIGNICIVI001 | Issue 3] Publication date ath August 2008 ‘Compliance date NA Purpose Scope Definitions and abbreviations Background Waterproofing Systems Types Components Selection of a Waterproofing System General considerations Limits and rates of application New decks Existing decks Tightly Bonded Systems Loose-Laid Systems Detailing Bridge decks Ends of a deck Drainage Application General Waterproofing operatives Health and Safety Surface preparation of a deck Primer application Membrane application Membrane inspection Membrane repair Membrane protection Jointing techniques Repairs to an existing Waterproofing System Performance criteria Handling of sheet membranes and protective layers Cennnaaa "1 1 12 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 16 7 7 19 19 21 2 22 23 24 24 24 Page 3 of 3710.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 107 10.8 10.9 10.10 10.11 10.12 10.13 Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | Issue 3] Publication date | 26th August 2008 ‘Compliance date NA Bond strength at joints Effect of moisture on pinholing Effect of moisture and temperature on curing time Water absorption Resistance to water penetration Mechanical properties Resistance to impact Resistance to indentation by ballast Tensile adhesion of Tightly Bonded Systems Crack cycling of Tightly Bonded Systems Mechanical properties and resistance to water penetration after preconditioning Effect of ozone Appendix A: Possible configurations of protective layers, Appendix B: Adhesion tests on Tightly Bonded Systems Appendix C: Typical waterproofing details 25 25 25 25 25 26 26 26 27 27 27 27 28 30 31 Page 4 of 37Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 1 Purpose The purpose of this Guidance Note is to supplement NR/L3/CIV/041: Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks by providing information on; * the types of Waterproofing System, and their components, * the selection of a Waterproofing System for a particular bridge deck, * the detailing of a Waterproofing System, * the application of a Waterproofing System, * the performance criteria for Waterproofing Systems. The information provided herein will be of use to those specifying Waterproofing Systems via the 110-114 Sections of the Model Clauses as given in NR/L3/CIV/140: Model Clauses for Civil Engineering works. 2 Scope The guidance given in this document is applicable to the waterproofing of ballasted Underline Bridge decks. Itis not applicable to; * other parts of Underline Bridges, such as below ground surfaces and abutments, * Underline Bridges constructed by a tunnelling technique where the external faces are inaccessible for the application of waterproofing, * overline bridges, * the repair of an existing Waterproofing System (but see °). 3 Definitions and abbreviations Application Guidelines Manufacturer's document(s) that define for a particular Waterproofing System; * the application process, including any limiting environmental conditions, * the requirements for preparing the substrate. Certificate of Conformity A document, issued by the PITH, that lists the tests carried out for the assessment of the Waterproofing System, the results of such tests, and instruction and guidance on the installation of the System. Fuel and Lubricating Oils Diesel, and hydraulic oils used for lubrication. Page 5 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Integral Protective Layer (IPL) Alayer (formed from sheets or boards) that is an essential part of a Waterproofing System, and which is laid over the top of the membrane to protect it from damage immediately following its installation and from ballast penetration in service. Loose-Laid System ‘A Waterproofing System comprising a preformed impermeable sheet or liquid- applied membrane applied to a synthetic textile which is not bonded or only partially bonded to the substrate; that is one that does not satisfy the requirements for the minimum tensile adhesion as defined in NR/L3/CIV/041: Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks. Manufacturer The term Manufacturer is used as shorthand to cover the manufacturer of the waterproofing membrane, the manufacturer's representative, and the promoter/installer/contractor for a particular system. The Manufacturer is the organisation responsible for submission of the System for registration and for initiating the five-year review. Minimum Thickness The minimum dry film thickness of the membrane of a liquid-applied Waterproofing System declared by the Manufacture as that required for the System to perform satisfactorily. Nominal Thickness The mean thickness of the membrane of a liquid-applied Waterproofing System. Non Integral Protective Layer (NIPL) Alayer that is not an essential part of a Waterproofing System but which can be; * placed over the membrane to protect it from damage immediately following its installation and/or from ballast penetration in service (for example, for a System that does not have an IPL), * laid over an IPL (to provide additional protection) when the depth of the ballast is less than 300mm or, if lower, the thickness of the layer of ballast used in the resistance to indentation by ballast test, * placed beneath the membrane of a Loose-Laid System to protect it from puncture and/or damage due to the presence of contaminants or bitumen on the substrate. Parts And Drawing System (PADS) ‘A database of approved products that is maintained and controlled by SERCO Railtest. PADS Form ‘A document issued by the PITH that lists the essential details of a Waterproofing System (such as limitations on its applicability). Page 6 of 37Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Tightly Bonded System ‘A Waterproofing System consisting of either (a) a liquid-applied membrane or (b) a preformed sheet membrane that is bonded to the substrate with an adhesive, and which in either case satisfies the requirement for the minimum tensile adhesion as defined in NR/L3/CIV/041: Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks. Underline Bridge Asstructure of one or more spans of greater than or equal to 1.8 metres whose main purpose is to carry rail traffic over an obstruction or gap. Waterproofing System A material or combination of materials, including a membrane (and where applicable a primer, adhesive, and an Integral Protective Layer), that is laid to form an impervious barrier to protect a bridge deck from the damaging effects of water. 4 Background The service life of a bridge can be significantly extended by the application of an effective Waterproofing System: it will not be extended by the application of an ineffective System The effectiveness of a Waterproofing System is dependent upon; * its design and detailing (see 7 and»), * the quality of the application (see 8 and ©) and, in particular, the skill and care taken during the preparation of the substrate (see 8.3 and °.:), * site activities following its application. A shortcoming in any of the above can substantially reduce the effectiveness of a Waterproofing System. Products approved for use on Network Rails infrastructure are registered in PADS (see Appendix G). The Certificate of Conformity and PADS Form specify the components of a Waterproofing System that have been tested and shown to meet the performance requirements of NRIL3/CIV/041: Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks. A System applied in accordance with its Application Guidelines should give satisfactory performance. Any deviation from these Guidelines may substantially reduce the effectiveness of a System. 5 Waterproofing Systems 54 Types Waterproofing Systems are defined by type as either Tightly Bonded, or Loose- Laid, and are classified as being ‘resistant’ or ‘not resistant’ to Fuel and Lubricating Oils. Page 7 of 37Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Tightly-Bonded Systems adhere to the substrate and, therefore, prevent the spread of water under the membrane from edges, imperfections or small punctures. A Tightly Bonded System is normally applied as a liquid but it may be formed from a preformed sheet membrane, which may be either self- adhesive or bonded onto the substrate by an adhesive. Loose-Laid Systems are not intimately bonded to the substrate and, therefore, cannot prevent the spread of water under the membrane from poorly sealed edges, imperfections, small punctures or defective joints. This type of System includes those that incorporate a self-adhesive sheet membrane which is only tack bonded to the substrate to provide resistance against wind uplift Dependent on type, a System may comprise; + aprimer for the substrate (for some Tightly Bonded Systems), * an adhesive to bond the membrane to the substrate (for some Tightly Bonded Systems), * awaterproofing membrane, * an Integral Protective Layer (IPL). 5.2 Components 5.2.1 Primers Where a Tightly Bonded System is applied to a steel, concrete or composite steel/concrete deck, a primer is required to both seal and provide adequate adhesion between the membrane and the substrate: the primer should be tested as part of the Waterproofing System for the particular substrate. Primers do not form part of a Loose-Laid System. 5.2.2 Adhesives Adhesives are used to provide an intimate bond between the sheet membrane of a Tightly Bonded System and the substrate For Loose-Laid Systems, contact adhesives (or similar materials) may be used to tack bond a sheet membrane to the deck, and also at vertical surfaces such as perimeter skirtings and the ends of bridge decks 5.2.3 Protective Layers An IPL is placed directly over the waterproofing membrane. Where a System does not have an IPL, a Non-Integral Protective Layer (NIPL) is required to be placed directly over the membrane, Page 8 of 37Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Where the ballast depth is less than the thickness of the layer of ballast used in the resistance to indentation by ballast test (as specified in the Application Guidelines), and an IPL is specified as part of the Waterproofing System, a NIPL shall be placed over the IPL that directly overlays the waterproofing membrane. A NIPL may be formed from, for example; textile sheet’, 6 mm thick fibre reinforced cement boarding, 12 mm thick bitumen boarding concrete paving slabs. Bitumen-bound or bitumen-bonded Protective Layers should not be used with membranes that are not resistant to bitumen. Boards and slabs should not be placed below ballast where the contours of the substrate prevent them making full contact with the membrane. In addition to the placement of one or two Protective Layers over the membrane, another NIPL may be required to be installed below the membrane of a Loose-Laid System (see ®°."). Possible configurations for Protective Layers are shown in Appendix The type and details of any NIPL need to be agreed with Network Rail’s Senior Project Engineer for the project at hand 6 Selection of a Waterproofing System 61 General considerations Factors that should be considered when selecting a Waterproofing System for a particular application are: 1 The time available for the application. 2 The location of the work site, and access for the plant, materials and labour. 3 The risk of exposure in service to a significant quantity of Fuel and Lubricating Oils: locations where this risk arises include stations, depot approaches and other locations where diesel engines are likely to idle, and heavily canted sharp curves. Systems that are resistant to such Oils should be used in these locations. 4 Potential damage to the waterproofing membrane by its exposure to ultra-violet light and, where necessary, the means of protecting the edges of a membrane from this form of degradation * a sheet having a 4000N static puncture resistance (lo BS EN ISO 12236: Geosynthetics. Static puncture test (CBR test)) is required [8.7] Page 9 of 37Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 5 Where a deck has construction and expansion joints; ‘+ the ability of the System to seal and/or span the joints and meet the design movement values, * the availability and use of proprietary expansion joints The ease of sealing the waterproofing membrane at its edges. The complexity of the deck end detailing The condition of the substrate; such as its strength, porosity and surface finish, and the presence of any protective coatings. The tensile adhesion of a Tightly Bonded System to concrete that is less than seven days old may be less than the minimum value specified in Appendix B and 9 The geometry of the deck; for example, steelwork decks with awkward details such as stiffeners and bolted connections. 10 The requirements for working safely, such as defined in Health and Safety legislation. 6.2 Limits and rates of application Where there are no limits on application, the use of a Tightly Bonded System is much to be preferred to a Loose-Laid System; this is because, with the former, leakages through defects are much more likely to be small and, hence, affect only a small area of a deck and so have little detrimental effect on the service life of the bridge. However, because of the usual severe constraints on the time available for installation, itis likely that a Loose-Laid System will be adopted when refurbishing an existing bridge deck. Whatever type of System is used, sufficient time has to be available to apply it in accordance with the Application Guidelines. The benefits of waterproofing will be lessened considerably, if not lost altogether, where sufficient time is not available to ensure that the waterproofing is continuous across the deck and is sealed at joints, edges and construction details. The time available for installing a Waterproofing System will depend on; «the type, condition, geometry and size of the deck, «the method of constructing or repairing a bridge deck, * the extent of preparation required, «the extent of the System that can be pre-applied or pre-formed off site, «the speed of application on site, «the tolerance of the System to the environmental conditions prevailing during its application (such as humidity, temperature and wind speed), Page 10 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN ‘the curing times of primers, adhesives and liquid-applied membranes, «the time required to inspect the System, «the time required to repair any defects, * whether or not the membrane is to be protected by one or more Protective Layers, * the time before ballasting and trafficking is permitted. 6.3 New decks Whilst it is desirable to install a joint-less membrane, the time required for site works can be much reduced by applying the Waterproofing System to the deck (or part of it) at the fabricator's factory. However the time required to form joints on site should not be overlooked Although better control can be exercised on the application of a Waterproofing System off-site than on site, the following need to be considered; «the potential for damage during transportation/installation, particularly at the edges where no Protective Layer has been placed, + the means of sealing joints to achieve continuity between the off-site and on-site parts, 6.4 Existing decks In selecting a Waterproofing System for an existing deck, consideration should be given to; + the type and condition of the substrate, = compatibility with any existing waterproofing, if this is to remain in place, «the time available for application, ‘+ the likelihood of damp weather or extreme temperatures occurring during the site works, * limitations on application as defined in the Application Guidelines. Where necessary, trial holes should be dug in the ballast to examine the condition of the substrate before the System is selected. Where this cannot be undertaken and there are doubts concerning the condition of the substrate a Loose-Laid System should be selected. Page 11 of 37,65 Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Tightly Bonded Systems 6.5.1 Application rate and detailing The use of a sprayed membrane can accommodate changes in the surface profile of the substrate, and so spraying can achieve both a high rate of application and consistency in the thickness of the membrane Membrane material may also be applied by hand to small areas, but the rate of application will be slower and the consistency of thickness less regulated than if it was sprayed Liquid-applied Systems may be applied in one or two coats. Each coat of a two-coat system should be colour contrasted. It may be beneficial to apply two coats when there is a risk of out-gassing (see “and ".°) Because of difficulties in their installation, preformed sheets should not be used on decks that have complex surface profiles or details. 6.5.2 Effect of weather conditions A Tightly Bonded System can be applied equally effectively on site, when the weather conditions are favourable, than in the factory. However, on site, full protection from the weather can only be provided by tenting or covering the work area to keep it free from rain and/or heated to attain the minimum temperature for the application of the waterproofing Unless otherwise specified in the Application Guidelines, application shall not normally proceed until the surface temperature is greater than 4 °C and rising, the surface temperature is 3 °C above the dew point, and the relative humidity is less than 90 % (see 8.4). Beyond these limits, water may condense on the surface and affect the bond between the membrane and substrate Primers which dry by solvent evaporation (air drying) can be temperature sensitive, with curing times varying between 1 and 24 hours. In general, primers that cure by chemical reaction are not much affected by extreme temperatures. The curing time of a liquid-applied membrane is also dependent on the ambient temperature. The curing times of the primer and membrane in the Application Guidelines should be used for planning purposes. The effects of wind need to be considered when primers and membranes are applied by spraying, particularly when there is a risk of the spray being blown into watercourses or onto neighbouring properties. Page 12 of 37,6.6 Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 6.5.3 Condition of the substrate A Tightly Bonded System shall be applied to a clean, firm substrate without voids or intrusions (see 6). Such Systems should not be applied to large areas of existing concrete decks or masonry arches that have a porous or friable substrate because these will not provide an adequate bond. Nonetheless, where an existing bridge has small areas of porous, friable or contaminated substrate, there is merit in adapting a Tightly Bonded System. Although this may act as a Loose-Laid System over those areas where a good bond cannot necessarily be obtained, the benefits of a Tightly Bonded System will be obtained over most of the deck. In such cases, to provide a continuous membrane across the entire deck it may be necessary to apply a liquid-applied membrane to synthetic textile patches laid over the problem areas. In general, the application of Tightly Bonded Systems is more affected by wet and damp conditions than Loose-Laid Systems. Most Tightly Bonded Systems are required to be applied to a dry substrate and so hot, air dryers may be needed to produce a dry surface prior to their application Loose-Laid Systems 6.6.1 Application and detailing Loose-Laid Systems may be seam sealed in situ, but to reduce the time required on site they may be pre-formed off site. Great care is needed to ensure that damage to the membrane is prevented during its application and that the membrane is sealed at edges and details. Leakages through defects in Loose-Laid Systems can be significant, can affect large areas of the deck and thereby have a significant effect on the service life of the bridge 6.6.2 Effect of weather conditions In general, Loose-Laid Systems can be applied in most weathers and temperatures but itis preferable to remove standing water from the substrate before their application. The use of either a tack coat or self- adhesive sheet will help prevent uplift of the membrane during its installation in windy conditions. 6.6.3 Condition of the substrate Loose-Laid Systems can be laid on most substrates; provided that the membrane is fully supported it can accommodate uneven or unclean substrates. However it may be necessary to place a NIPL over the substrate and/or repair the substrate using fast curing repair materials to; Page 13 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN «prevent puncturing of the membrane by intrusions from below, and by ballast from above, «prevent damage to the membrane by contaminants on the substrate (such as bitumen, see 6) A membrane that is resistant to bitumen can be used where the deck is contaminated by bitumen. Detailing 7.4 Bridge decks The need for care and attention when sealing membranes at the edges and around drainage outlets and other details cannot be overemphasised. For Loose-Laid Systems in particular, a detail that enables water to pass under the membrane may nullify many if not all of the benefits of applying waterproofing. Provided that the standard of workmanship is satisfactory, the adoption of appropriate standard details, or those in Appendix ©, should provide a sealed Waterproofing System Whereas pre-formed details may increase the overall cost of the components of a System, they should reduce the risk of leakage and save time compared to the use of non-proprietary or non-standard details. Any increase in cost associated with the use of these components will be insignificant compared to the cost of either (a) structural deterioration arising from ineffective waterproofing, or (b) any re-waterproofing work Arrises should be chamfered or rounded so sharp edges do not; * cut into sheet membranes, make it difficult to form a liquid-applied membrane of the required Minimum Thickness. Fillets should be formed in sharp intemal angles so that sheet membranes are fully supported and there are no hollows that may facilitate puncturing of the membrane by ballast. Similarly, sheet membranes must be prevented from drawing away from corners so that they would not then be fully supported by the substrate. Typical details at edges are shown in Figures 1, 2, 6 and 7 in Appendix 7.2 Ends of a deck Where proprietary expansion joints are not used at the ends of a deck, the Waterproofing System should be able to accommodate movements generated by in-service thermal and loading patterns. Page 14 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Whilst a liquid-applied membrane can bridge shrinkage cracks in concrete they do not have the flexibility to span movement joints, Strips of a Loose-Laid membrane can, however, accommodate movement by being looped into an expansion gap of sufficient width. Gaps of more than 10 mm should first be plugged with suitable filler. A cover plate should be fitted to prevent ballast damaging the membrane at a plugged gap The use of a proprietary expansion joint should be considered where bridge joints are required to accommodate large movements. The waterproofing membrane should be sealed to such joints in accordance with the Manufacturer's recommendations and the Application Guidelines. Typical details at deck ends are shown in Figures 4 and 5 of Appendix 7.3. Drainage A Waterproofing System should carry away any water falling on the bridge to a drainage system, which is usually provided at the ends of a bridge. Drainage should be provided at low points where water can accumulate on a bridge deck as this will reduce the amount of leakage through any defects and joints. Drainage systems should be detailed so that water is not allowed to fall freely from the bridge deck and form a hazard. Closed drainage systems should be used to prevent; * discharges blowing back onto structures, * icicles forming at outlets, «ice patches forming on surfaces below structures. It should be possible to inspect and clean (or otherwise maintain) closed drainage systems. A sheet membrane should be continued down the back of the cill unit/ballast wall and wrapped around a perforated drainage pipe to prevent water from reaching the bearings or abutment. Typical drainage details are shown in Figures 3 and 4 of Appendix Application 8.1 General The application of a Waterproofing System to a new or existing deck includes most, if not all, of the following activities; «surface preparation of the deck, + sealing of construction and movement joints, Page 15 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN application of the primer, ‘* application of the membrane, + waterproofing joints at the ends of a deck, «placing of Protective Layer(s), * providing protection against the effects of ultra-violet light The performance of a Waterproofing System will not be satisfactory unless all stages of its application are undertaken in accordance with the Application Guidelines. Checks should be made to confirm the materials on site are; * correct for the Waterproofing System, ‘© as specified in the Certificate of Conformity and Application Guidelines, «within their expiry dates Batch codes for materials should be noted on the daily record sheets, and storage should be accordance with the Manufacturer's recommendations and Certificate of Conformity. Typically, sheet membranes are supplied in wrapped rolls, of varying widths and lengths; the thickness of such membranes is usually between 1.5 mm and 2.0 mm. Rolls should be stored horizontally, and should be kept wrapped and dry until required for use. Rolls should not be stored in temperatures above 50 °C, exposed to ultra-violet light for long periods, or dragged over rough surfaces. 8.2 Waterproofing operatives Prior to work commencing on site, the proof of certification of operatives should be checked to confirm that they are capable of applying the Waterproofing System in accordance with the Application Guidelines. Skilled, experienced and competent operatives are required for the following operations; * mixing the components of a liquid-applied System, © application of a liquid-applied System, + hot air or chemical welding of joints of a sheet membrane. When time constraints apply, the number of trained and certified operatives that are required to apply the Waterproofing System should be agreed before work commences on site. Page 16 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 8.3 Health and Safety The risk assessment for waterproofing should take into account COSHH requirements for the materials and any Health and Safety issues regarding the application of the Waterproofing System Site-specific measures may be required when using materials that may release harmful chemicals into the atmosphere, particularly in confined spaces and areas where ventilation is restricted. Other limits may apply to Systems whose installation is sensitive to particular environmental conditions, For example, there are limits on the wind speed for spray-applied materials to prevent excessive drift on the wind and the contamination of the environment, water courses, property or members of the public. The maximum wind speed should not exceed 13 mph for light materials (such as primers): a higher limit of 20 mph is normally applied for membranes that cure rapidly. 84 Surface preparation of a deck 8.4.1 Tightly Bonded Systems The effectiveness of a Tightly Bonded System depends on the quality of the surface preparation of the deck to which it is applied. Unformed surfaces on new concrete decks should be lightly textured and free of defects such as holes, voids and sharp arrises. However, where such defects are present, measures should be taken to ensure that (a) when applied, the membrane is uniformly supported and, (b) liquid- applied membranes can be formed without pin and blow holes and other defects. This may be achieved by the use of repair materials, or by adjusting the application rate of one or more components of a liquid- applied System The recommended surface preparation for a new or existing concrete surface is blast-cleaning using non-metallic mineral grit. The “open” blast technique is normally used on smaller decks, but larger areas should have their vertical and sloping surfaces “open blast-cleaned and their horizontal surfaces prepared using re-circulatory equipment. Surface oils, grease, bitumen and other contaminants should be removed prior to blast cleaning. Water jetting is not recommended as an alternative to grit blasting before the application of a Tightly Bonded System because of the need to remove the water and dry the deck. After the specified surface finish has been provided, the substrate should be cleaned so that it is clear of standing water and free of contaminants such as dirt, laitance, curing compounds, oil, grease and bitumen. Where such contaminants are not removed, or the System is applied to a wet or damp substrate, a good bond will not be generated and some of Page 17 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN the benefits a Tightly Bonded System will not be realised. Similarly, where weak material is present on the surface, the adhesion between it and the membrane will be low and the benefits of applying a Tightly Bonded System will be lost. However, this may not be significant where only small areas are affected (see ©.) A phenomenon called out-gassing can occur whereby changes in temperature or, sometimes, barometric pressure cause air, water vapour or other gases to be released from the pores and voids in concrete or other materials below a waterproofing membrane. Out-gassing can cause liquid-applied Systems to pinhole during curing, and Tightly Bonded Systems to blister after their application. Out gassing may occur at any time, but the risk of damage is highest when solar radiation causes large and rapid changes in temperature; for example, following rainfall or during clear early summer mornings. The risk is low for factory applications, and also on site when the weather is overcast and the pressure is steady. As concrete cures, the size of the pores normally decreases and so mature concrete may be less prone to out-gassing than young concrete, Additional priming may be required to obtain good adhesion of the primer or membrane, and to reduce the risk of out-gassing 8.4.2 Loose-Laid Systems The surface preparation required for a Loose-Laid System should be sufficient to avoid puncture of the membrane from below by protrusions in the substrate and puncture from above by ballast at voids in the substrate. The surface should be relatively smooth and have no severe sharp protrusions or voids. When it is not possible to remove all the sharp points on a deck or fill voids with a rapid curing repair material rather than sand within the time available, a NIPL shall be placed over the substrate to prevent damage to the membrane (see 8.7 and °°"). However, the use of repair materials at large defects should be considered where there is a risk that the NIPL may be punctured Any areas of loose fill present over a masonry arch bridge should be compacted with, for example, a vibrating plate: care should be taken to ensure that this operation does not damage the bridge. It is normally impracticable to remove all the bitumen from a substrate to be waterproofed with a Loose-Laid System; for example, where bituminous-based screeds or brindle tiles set in bitumen are present. In these cases, a NIPL resistant to bitumen shall be placed over the Page 18 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN substrate to prevent contact between the bitumen and a waterproofing membrane that is not resistance to bitumen (see 8.3.4). 8.5 Primer application The primer specified for a Tightly Bonded System should be applied in accordance with the Application Guidelines. The application of the primer and the membrane should not normally proceed unless the weather conditions comply with those described in The nominal application rate of solvent-based primers should not be exceeded because a film may form on its surface and trap solvents within the concrete pores or within the body of the primer and that may lead to out-gassing during the application of the membrane or thereafter. The coverage of reactive primers can be increased to help seal a concrete deck that has surface voids and in this way reduce the risk of out-gassing. To reduce the time taken to prepare the substrate, small holes and depressions can be filled with a reactive primer extended with filler. Most primers should be applied to substrates that are visibly dry and artificial drying methods should be used where the surface will not dry naturally to the level required by the Application Guidelines. However, the use of thermal lances is not recommended because the concrete may be damaged by the thermal shock. The time between surface drying and the application of the primer should be as short as possible to minimise any moisture that may migrate from the body of the conerete to the surface 8.6 Membrane application 8.6.1 Liquid-applied Most liquid-applied membranes should be applied to substrates that are visibly dry, whether or not the substrate has been primed or the membrane is applied to a synthetic textile layer (see °°.) Liquid-applied membranes are usually applied by spray using pumps that mix the components in accordance with the Manufacturer's recommendations. Although many liquid-applied membranes can be hand applied, spray application is generally preferred. Hand grade materials may be suitable when; * the area to be treated is less than 50 m2, * access is poor, * there is a good chance of overspray due to the prevailing wind conditions. Page 19 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Hand grade materials are formulated for application using either a brush or spreader, and should be mixed in accordance with the Manufacturer's recommendations. The surface finish will be inferior to that achieved by spray application and consistency of thickness may not be readily achieved, particularly at arrises. The mean thickness of the membrane should be close to the Nominal Thickness specified in the Application Guidelines, but if the Minimum Thickness is not achieved in the initial application, or a large number of pinholes is evident, the affected area(s) should receive a further coat and the application rate increased for the remainder of the area to be coated. Variations in thickness occur as a result of variations in the application of the materials and the surface texture. On textured or uneven surfaces, the minimum and maximum thicknesses of slow-curing membranes are likely to be at the peaks and troughs, respectively. 8.6.2 Bonded sheets Asheet membrane that is not self-adhesive should be bonded to the substrate using the adhesive specified for the Waterproofing System. The preparation of the adhesive, particularly where heating is required, should be controlled carefully. Sheet membranes may be supplied in different roll sizes to suit site- specific requirements. Whenever possible, they should be laid so that water drains away from exposed edges and joints. Sheet membranes may benefit from being stored at above ambient temperatures so they are not cold when laid. 8.6.3 Loose-Laid sheets Preformed sheet membranes can either be rolled out in situ and seam welded together or, when time is limited, laid out and several rolls welded together away from the deck and installed as a single piece. A power supply is required when hot air welded laps are to be formed on site. For new decks, the membrane shall be sealed at parapet walls or upstands (see 7.2) by one of other of the following; welding the membrane to a compatible plastic extrusion cast into concrete, welding the membrane to a sheet metal trim, cut and profiled from a sheet of membrane/metal laminate to form a perimeter anchor point. Self-adhesive tape may be used to secure the membrane at its edges on existing bridges, but this practice is not recommended. Page 20 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 8.6.4 Factory applied waterproofing When a Tightly Bonded System is partly applied to deck components at the factory, or applied to a new bridge deck assembled adjacent to the site, the System should be stopped short of any site deck connections (as specified in the Application Guidelines) and be detailed to allow sealed joints to be formed (see ) For decks with narrow beams, such as shear-connected prestressed concrete beams, the benefit of applying the waterproofing in the factory may be limited by the number of joints that have to be formed on site. All joints need to be sealed effectively in situ, and this can sometimes be more difficult to achieve than applying a joint-less System. Movement joints at deck ends have to be waterproofed in situ. 8&7 Membrane inspection When time is constrained, inspection should focus on the edges of Loose-Laid Systems, and the joints of Tightly Bonded and Loose-Laid Systems The defects that are most likely to cause problems are connections and joints in the membrane of a Loose-Laid System. Such membranes should be inspected for punctures and poorly sealed details and edges. Joints should be checked using the sharp probe method Isolated defects in Tightly Bonded Systems should not lead to extensive deterioration because a leakage will affect only a small part of the deck. Defects in Loose-Laid Systems may be some distance away from where leakage is evident, and more than one defect may be responsible for leakage at a location. A liquid-applied membrane should be inspected (following curing) for pin and blow holes, and blisters. Where time allows, high voltage holiday detection should be used to identify leakage paths. Those using such equipment should be competent in its use and be able to interpret the results obtained from it. 8.8 Membrane repair 8.8.1 Hand grade materials are suitable for small-scale repairs to a liquid- applied membrane Debonded areas or areas with multiple defects should be made good by cutting back and removing unbonded membrane until bonded membrane is found. The area exposed should be prepared and primed as required, and the perimeter of the bonded membrane prepared, it necessary, as for overlapping. A repair patch should be applied over the damaged area Page 21 of 37,8.9 Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN with a minimum all round lap in accordance with the Application Guidelines. Isolated, small scale defects, such as a pin or blow hole, gash or puncture, can be made good by applying new material over the existing membrane overlapped onto sound material. Preparation of the area around each defect and application of the repair material should be in accordance with the Application Guidelines 8.8.2 Sheet membrane If the membrane has been exposed for any period and is contaminated, prior to repair it should be cleaned in the vicinity of the area to be repaired in accordance with the Application Guidelines. To repair a defect in a Loose-Laid membrane, a new piece of membrane should be overlapped onto the existing sound material by at least 50 mm or other minimum overlap specified by the Manufacturer. Alternatively, the repair can be made after the damaged section has been cut back and removed. Debonded areas or areas with multiple defects of Tightly Bonded sheet systems should be cut back to remove unbonded membrane until bonded membrane is found. The area exposed should be prepared and primed as required, and the new patch bonded to the substrate and overlapped onto the existing membrane using the specified adhesive in accordance with the Application Guidelines. To repair isolated damage (for example, a gash or a puncture) a patch may be applied over the damaged membrane and overlapped onto sound membrane (in accordance with the Application Guidelines) without removing the defective base material Membrane protection To prevent damage to a waterproofing membrane after its application; ‘* personnel, plant, equipment or traffic should be kept off the waterproofing membrane prior to placing the Protective Layer(s), * any plant or equipment used to lay the Protective Layer(s) or track ballast should only be allowed to traverse a previously laid Protective Layer or the full depth of the bottom layer of track ballast. Possible configurations for Protective Layers are shown in Appendix The Waterproofing System shall be overlaid with the Protective Layer(s) as soon as the waterproofing membrane has been applied, inspected and repaired as necessary (see 8.7). Note that a NIPL is required when the ballast depth is less than the thickness of the layer of ballast used in the resistance to indentation by ballast test Page 22 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Where necessary, and practicable, Protective Layers should be tacked and weighed down to prevent them being lifted by wind, The overlaps of sheet Protective Layer should be arranged such that ballast is not forced into them as the ballast is laid. Where two sheet Protective Layers are placed over a membrane, the joints in each Layer should be staggered Board and slab Protective Layers should be arranged so they follow the contours of the substrate, and the butt joints should be sealed to prevent ballast penetration Sheet Protective Layers should be laid with sufficient slack at complex details such that, when the ballast is placed, the Layers follow the contours of the substrate without being subjected to high strains. When a Protective Layer is not resistance to ultra-violet light, temporary protection should be provided when there is a delay (or likely to be one) in the placement of the ballast or the application of the permanent protection. A delay constitutes a period of time beyond the time limit for exposure as defined in the Application Guidelines. 8.10 Jointing techniques Alljointing processes, for both liquid-applied and sheet membranes, should be carried out in accordance with the Application Guidelines. 8.10.1 Sheet to sheet The seams between Loose-Laid sheet membranes should be sealed by either hot air gun or cold solvent welding. Edge seams should be cleaned before sealing 8.10.2 Liqui applied membranes Liquid-applied membranes should be joined to existing cured membranes by overlapping onto the existing membrane by at least 50 mm or other greater minimum overlap specified in the Application Guidelines. Where either (a) the lapping margin is contaminated or (b) the maximum overcoating time specified by the Manufacturer has been exceeded, prior to overlapping the area should be prepared using the materials and procedures specified in the Application Guidelines, 8.10.3 Sheet to liquid-applied membrane Strips of sheet membrane should be bonded in situ to pre-applied (that is, factory applied) and cured liquid-applied membranes to seal over construction and bridge joints using the adhesives and procedures specified in the Application Guidelines. Page 23 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 9 Repairs to an existing Waterproofing System Whilst defects can be repaired during the application of a Waterproofing System, repairs to an existing System that has been trafficked are normally impractical because; * itis unlikely that time will be made available just to repair a Waterproofing System, * the location of all defects is difficult to determine without fully exposing the waterproofing membrane, and this may itself damage the membrane. The only repairs that are likely to be practical are those at edges that can be carried out without disturbing much of the ballast. Where more extensive repairs are thought to be appropriate, agreement on the method of working and repair materials must be reached with Network Rail: itis likely that tests for compatibility between the existing System and repair materials will be required before work commences. Where a repair is undertaken, it should be made using material of the same System - providing that it is registered in PADS. Repairs can generally be carried out in a similar manner to the techniques detailed in 10 Performance criteria Waterproofing Systems that meet the performance criteria given in NR/L3/CIV/041: Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks should prove to be durable and effective in service. Such criteria may change in the light of experience or the development of new materials and test methods, The criteria are specified for Systems in their ‘as received’ condition, during their application, and after different forms of preconditioning that simulate environmental conditions. The test temperatures cover the range that could be experienced on an Underline Bridge during the application of the Waterproofing System and also in service, with a margin of safety. Unprotected membranes on Underline Bridges can experience temperatures approaching 40 °C over short periods of hot weather and temperatures approaching ~10 °C on cold nights, and membranes on ballasted stee! Underline Bridges can experience temperatures approaching 40 °C during long periods of hot weather and temperatures below zero during long periods of cold weather. 10.1. Handling of sheet membranes and protective layers Tests are specified to check that a sheet membrane is sufficiently robust and pliable for use over the range of temperatures that may be met on site. The criteria cover; «resistance to tearing, + resistance to cracking and permanent set, Page 24 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN * flatness, * recoil and edge coil when unrolled, * ease of cutting to shape and forming around details. The criteria for IPLs check that they have sufficient tear resistance over a range of temperatures. Because Protective Layers are of different thicknesses, the tearing force is specified rather than tear strength. 10.2 Bond strength at joints When using sheet material, either as a waterproofing membrane or for producing joints in conjunction with a liquid-applied System, it is necessary to produce watertight and reliable joints. Criteria are given to check that a satisfactory bond can be achieved during factory or on-site fabrication between a sheet and; * itself, * the substrate - such as at edges or where it is used as a joint strip. 10.3 Effect of moisture on pinholing Pinholes may form when air is trapped in a liquid-applied System, particularly when such a System is applied to wet or inappropriately prepared surfaces. Pinholes may also form when air, water vapour or solvents within voids in concrete are expelled due to changes in temperature or barometric pressure: such defects will affect the watertightness of the membrane. 10.4 Effect of moisture and temperature on curing time Tests are prescribed to check the effect of the moisture content and the temperature of the substrate on the curing time of the components of a liquid- applied System. The curing time is particularly important when time on site is restricted. 10.5 Water absorption Water absorption is measured to determine whether a membrane may absorb sufficient water to be susceptible to freeze-thaw damage. 10.6 Resistance to water penetration The primary requirement of a waterproofing membrane is that it is resistant to water penetration. Criteria are, therefore, specified for membranes in their ‘as received’ condition, including joints and repairs, and following exposure to simulated service and environmental conditions. Different criteria and test methods apply to Tightly Bonded and Loose-Laid Systems. Page 25 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 10.7 Mechanical properties Criteria for the tensile strength and elongation at break criteria are specified for Loose-Laid membranes and IPLs to ensure that, when overlaid with ballast, these do not fail when applied to uneven substrates with voids and intrusions, or to substrates such as loose fill. The values selected for membranes are based on past practice on rallway bridges, and have been shown to be achievable. The values selected for IPLs are based on those for derived for membranes. The tensile strength and elongation at break criteria are specified for Tightly Bonded Systems primarily to monitor changes in these properties due to preconditioning. The effect on these properties is best assessed in crack cycling tests, but it is costly to specify these tests for all forms of preconditioning, Similarly, the effect of in-service conditions on the resistance to indentation by ballast of a membrane is best assessed through direct testing. However, itis too costly to specify resistance to indentation by ballast tests for all forms of preconditioning and so criteria are specified to check the change in hardness due to preconditioning. (Note that the original hardness of the membrane is assessed in a resistance to indentation by ballast test.) The likely in-service performance of an IPL is best assessed through resistance to ballast penetration tests but, again, itis costly to specify such tests for all forms of preconditioning and so criteria are specified for the change in tensile strength and elongation at break due to preconditioning, 10.8 Resistance to impact Criteria are prescribed to demonstrate that the membrane is resistant to water penetration following accidental damage during and after its application, but before the track ballast is placed. 10.9 Resistance to indentation by ballast A test is prescribed to assess the ability of a Waterproofing System to withstand the local concentrated loads produced by ballast when a train passes. The test is designed to simulate the superimposed dynamic load of 25 tonne axles. The criteria check the performance of a membrane, overlaid or not with a Protective Layer, with a layer of ballast of thickness 300 mm or less. When the ballast depth on a bridge is less than the thickness of the layer of ballast used in the resistance to indentation by ballast test, a NIPL shall also be installed (see 8.7). Page 26 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN 10.10 Tensile adhesion of Tightly Bonded Systems A System is classified as a Tightly Bonded System only if it meets the requirements for the minimum tensile adhesion as defined in NR/L3/CIV/041: Waterproofing Systems for Underline Bridge decks. Criteria are specified to demonstrate that the required adhesion can be obtained when the substrate at the time of application is; © at23°C and dry, © at23 °C and for concrete substrates has the maximum moisture content declared by the Manufacturer, * dry and at the minimum temperature declared by the Manufacturer. Criteria are also specified following particular forms of preconditioning. 10.11 Crack cycling of Tightly Bonded Systems Concrete bridge decks will have shrinkage cracks in their upper surface and these may vary in width due to live loading or changes in temperature. Membranes must be able to bridge over these cracks, as leaks at these points could be particularly damaging as it allows water to penetrate into the concrete Performance criteria are specified for Tightly Bonded Systems to check the resistance of the membrane to water penetration following heat conditioning and crack cycling 10.12 Mechanical properties and resistance to water penetration after preconditioning ‘A Waterproofing System is required to provide an impermeable barrier to water without degradation due to age or the environmental conditions expected during its service life. Thus limits are placed on changes in some of the physical properties of membranes and IPLs following heat conditioning and, where applicable, exposure to Fuel and Lubricating Oils. When the permitted change in properties is exceeded but the absolute values satisfy the requirements, further tests and criteria are specified to assess the performance after a longer period of preconditioning. 10.13 Effect of ozone Performance criteria are prescribed to check that the mechanical properties of Loose-Laid membranes containing unsaturated rubbers will not be significantly degraded in service by exposure to ozone’ * Ozone is generated by electrical discharges on electrified lines. Page 27 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVI001 | Issue 3] Publication date | 6th August 2008 ‘Compliance date NIA Appendix A: Possible configurations of protective layers Integral Protective Layer (when specified as part of Waterproofing System) ——{ Waterproofing membrane Substrate a) System with an IPL above the membrane Nor-Integral Protective Layer (when an IPL is not specified as part of Waterproofing System) ‘Waterproofing membrane Substrate b) System with a NIPL above the membrane Non-Integral Protective Layer when depth of ballast Is less than thickness in ballast penetration test Integral Protective Layer (when specified as part of Waterproofing System) ——} Waterproofing membrane Substrate Note: the positions of Protective Layers may be swapped ¢) System with an IPL above the membrane and a NIPL above the IPL Page 28 of 37,Reference NRIGNIGNI007 | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Integral Protective Layer (when specified as part of Waterproofing System) —— Waterproofing membrane Non-Integral Protective Layer when voids in substrate filled with sand or to protect ‘membrane from contamination on substrate Substrate d) System with an IPL above the membrane and a NIPL below the membrane Non-Integral Protective Layer (when an IPL is not specified as part of Waterproofing System) ~ Waterproofing membrane Non-Integral Protective Layer when voids in substrate filled with sand or to protect, membrane from contamination on substrate ‘Substrate e) System with a NIPL above the membrane and a NIPL below the membrane Non-Integral Protective Layer when depth of ballast ig less than thickness in ballast penetration test Integral Protective Layer (when specified as part of Waterproofing System) Waterproofing membrane Non-Integral Protective Layer when voids in substrate filled with sand or to protect ‘membrane from contamination on substrate Substrate Note: the positions of Protective Layers above the membrane may be swapped f) System with an IPL above the membrane and a NIPL above the IPL, and a NIPL below the membrane Page 29 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Appendix B: Adhesion tests on Tightly Bonded Systems Itis recommended that tensile adhesion tests are carried out on Tightly Bonded Systems to determine the adhesion of the membrane to the substrate. Metal dollies not less than 20 mm diameter should be used for the tests. They should either be bonded to the membrane with an adhesive that does not affect the properties of the membrane, or they should be placed on the membrane so they become bonded to it as it cures. The number of tests required should be specified in the Work Package Plan Typically, one test per 100 m? or a minimum of six tests per bridge deck should be carried out, but this may vary according to the condition of the substrate and the number of bridge sections. The test locations should be identified by the Project Engineer during or after the application of the Waterproofing System. The areas of the Waterproofing System under each metal dolly should be isolated by cutting down to and just into the substrate without disturbing the Waterproofing System. Testing should not normally be carried out if the temperature of the test section is less than 5 °C or greater than 30 °C. A force perpendicular to the test surface should be applied to pull each metal dolly from the substrate. The maximum force should be measured to an accuracy of 0.1 KN. The temperature of the substrate should be measured immediately after each test For concrete substrates, the measured value of adhesion should be 20.7 MPa For steel substrates, the measured value of adhesion should be 21.5 MPa. Page 30 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVI001 | Issue 3] Publication date ath August 2008 ‘Compliance date NA Appendix C: Typical waterproofing details The following figures are schematic and are intended to show the basic principles that should be adopted when waterproofing Underline Bridges. Although the details are specifically for new construction, the same principles apply when existing Underline Bridges are waterproofed. Figure 1: Typical waterproofing detail for Z-type deck Lalli SE ost SOS lll Page 31 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Figure 2: Different methods of securing sheet systems at perimeter upstands = Nee eel = Nee, \ oY Page 32 of 37,Issue Publication date | 6th August 2008 ‘Compliance date Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT 3 Figure 3: Typical method of wrapping sheet membrane around drainage pipe at end of bridge deck - Page 33 of 37,Reference NRIGNIGNI007 | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Figure 4: Typical vertical joint at bridge end (Network Rail standard box girder bridge drawings) Page 34 of 37,Reference NRIGNIGNI007 | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Figure 5: Typical horizontal joints at bridge end Page 35 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Figure 6: Typical detail at ballast plate (Network Rail standard box girder bridge drawings) a Page 36 of 37,Reference NRIGNICIVIOOT | issue EN Pubialion date | 7éth August 2008 Compliance cate iN Figure 7: Typical waterproofing detail between shear-connected beams Page 37 of 37,Standards Briefing Note Network Rail a Ref: NRGN/CIVI001 Issue: 3 | Publication Date: 26/08/2008 ‘Compliance Date: Not applicable Title: Waterproofing Underline Bridge decks ‘Standard Owner: Alan Dray, Head Of Structures Engineering, Civil Engineering Non-Compliance rep (NRNC): Ken Brady, Senior Policy and Standards Enginet er (Civil Engineering) Purpose: The purpose of this standard is to supplement NR/GNICIVI041: Waterproofing systems for Underline Bridge decks by providing information on; ‘= the types of Waterproofing Systems, and their components, ‘the selection of a Waterproofing System for a particular bridge deck, the detailing of a Waterproofing System, ‘© the application of a Waterproofing System, + the performance criteria for a Waterproofing System, ‘Scope: The guidance given in this standard is applicable to the waterproofing of ballasted Underline Bridge decks. Itis not applicable to; * other parts of Underline Bridges, such as below ground surfaces and abutments, * Underline Bridges constructed by a tunnelling technique where the external faces are inaccessible for the application of waterproofing, * overline bridges, * the repair of an existing Waterproofing System. ‘What's New/Changed: This standard has been substantially revised. The format and order of the text has been changed to fit the standard template; references to Group Standards, Network Rail standards and British and European standards have been updated: test requirements have been updated (to fit the change in standards); and, where necessary, requirements have been updated to reflect changes in industry practices. Further direction and information is given on the registration of systems in Products And Drawings Database (PADS); the use of membrane protective layers; and testing of products for their resistance to Fuel and Lubricating Oils. ‘Affected documents: Reference Impact Implementation requirements: The following posts have specific responsibilities within this standard and shall receive a Technical Briefing as part of the Implementation Programme. None required, but parts of the standard will be briefed out as part of the Technical Briefing undertaken for NR/GNICIV/041: Waterproofing systems for Underline Bridge decks. 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