This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to design below ground waterproofing systems for buildings and structures.

The unit applies to Class 1 and 10 Buildings, and Class 2 to 9 Buildings.

The unit includes planning and preparing to design waterproofing systems, analysing risk, and carrying out a detailed design of the waterproofing system solution.

The unit is suitable for builders, building surveyors, building designers, architects, waterproofing design specialists and consultants, engineers and other design specialists.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Relevant work health and safety (WHS) state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm jurisdictional requirements.