Bitumen Waterproofing Association

Thank you for visiting the Bitumen Waterproofing Association, the authoritative voice of the European Bitumen membrane industry. Formally known as the International Waterproofing Association, we seek to help users and co‑ordinate the efforts of our members in the promotion of bitumen membrane waterproofing.

  • Waterproofing, Trocadero, Paris, France
  • Green roof, Gunpowder Park, London, England
  • Green roof, The Odney Club, Maidenhead, England
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IARC Health classification for ocupational exposure for oxidised bitumens and their emissions during roofing

Posted 27th October 2011
Revised 23rd December 2011
Click here for IARC Monograph review
Click here for BWA Statement

The Bitumen Roofing Industry - a Global Perspective:

Production, Use, Properties, Specifications and Occupational Exposure

This review in .pdf format was prepared by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, Bitumen Waterproofing Association, NRCA and Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association to provide a general information resource for employees, customers and others interested in the bitumen roofing industry and potential exposures to bitumen fumes.

Click here to download The Bitumen Roofing Industry - a Global Perspective PDF

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