WHAT WE OFFER
The Courses We Are Currently Offering
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Aquagard Training Academy
Aquagard Training Academy offers unique training courses to fulfil the dire need in the construction industry for proper tuition in waterproofing, tiled roof repairs and damp-proofing. These training courses are relevant to situations which are encountered on sites every day by applicators.
The most popular courses attended are Waterproofing Level 1, Tiled Roof Repairs and Rising Damp Treatment. After completion of this training, a candidate is immediately equipped with the skills and knowledge to undertake the work at a basic level.
Aquagard Training Academy is owned and operated by the Napier family who are eminently qualified to offer this training, having been involved in waterproofing manufacturing and contracting since the early 1970’s. The fourth-generation members currently are involved with training, contracting and waterproofing supplies.
OUR COURSE OVERVIEW
Summary of Course Content
General Information Required For Training Day
Bookings are made on a first come first serve system based on payment being received. So if you are serious about learning new skills in rising damp treatment, then prompt payment is essential in order to reserve your seat.
Venue will be at: 3 Boat Turn Road, Laser Park, Honeydew.
Courses are undertaken on Saturdays so as not to interfere with the work week.
Training starts at 8h00 sharp and we will not be able to wait for later comers.
Tiled roof and rising damp courses will end at approximately 12h00, the waterproofing course at 16h00.
Attendees are advised to bring PPE. This should include overalls, boots and leather gloves.
Please send full names and ID numbers so that certificates of attendance can be issued on completion of the training.
Manuals will be issued to each participant.
Each trainee will be required to participate in a skills assessment at the end of the day. This is to assess what understanding has been acquired by each learner.
Catering will be provided. This will consist of coffee and rusks at a 15-minute tea break. Water and cool drinks will also be available. We are not able to cater for special dietary requirements and in this instance, attendee should bring their own packed refreshments.
On waterproofing courses, a light lunch will also be provided usually consisting of boerewors rolls.
Class sizes are limited to 15 persons in order to ensure full participation and attention to all attendees.
Courses are held in English language.
Course Overview
Tiled Roof Repairs
Tiled roof components
Types of concrete roof tile profiles
Other types of pitched tiled roofs
Common causes of roof leaks
Diagnosis of roof leaks
Repair and waterproofing of roof ridges
Waterproofing of flashings
Lining of valleys
Sealing of chimneys and flues
Securing of verge tiles
Methods that should not be used to repair tiled roofs
Quantification of roofing components and waterproofing materials
Safe working on roofs
Course Overview
Rising Damp Training
What is rising damp
How to identify rising damp
Causes of rising damp
Detrimental effects of rising damp
Steps of treatment
Finishes to rising damp treated areas
Dampproofing
Products used
Tools and equipment
Production tips
Calculating material requirements
Troubleshooting
Practical training
Evaluation of training
Course Overview
Waterproofing Level 1
Different types of torch on
Where torch on can be used
Stripping of waterproofing
Surface preparation
Outlet pipes
Laying out of waterproofing sheets
Overlaps
Torching method
Detailing
Finishes to torch on
Care of completed waterproofing
Handling and transportation of rolls and other materials
Acrylic and bitumen emulsion waterproofing
Damage prevention when torching
Fire prevention when torching
General Health and Safety
Working at heights
Practical training
Evaluation of skills learnt
UNBEATABLE PRICES
Our Course Pricing
Waterproofing Level 1 Course
A full-day course normally held on a Saturday so as not to interfere with work during the week. Price is inclusive. VAT is not applicable
Rising Damp Treatment Course
A half-day course held on Saturdays.
Price is inclusive.
VAT is not applicable
Tiled roof repair course
A half-day course held on a Saturday.
Price is inclusive.
VAT is not applicable.
Combined Training Course
A condensed version of waterproofing, rising damp & tiled roof repairs undertaken in one day.
Working At Heights
A half-day course held on Saturdays. Price is inclusive. VAT is not applicable.