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Legionella and Water Services

Legionella FAQs

Legionella is a type of bacteria that can cause a severe form of pneumonia known as Legionnaires’ disease. It thrives in warm, stagnant water and can be transmitted through inhaled water droplets. Legionella poses a significant health risk, especially to individuals with weakened immune systems, respiratory issues, and the elderly.

You can get Legionnaires’ disease from air conditioning systems, humidifiers, spa pools and hot tubs, and taps and showers that are not used often and it is usually caught in places like hotels, hospitals of offices. The chances of risk of exposure to legionella are lower at home.

Legionella, transmitted via water droplets, thrives in specific conditions, including temperatures of 20-45°C, inadequately designed water systems, and contamination.

Our assessments are impartial and cover a diverse range of structures, identifying and addressing risks impartially.

Legionnaires’ disease, a deadly pneumonia, poses a significant threat, affecting vulnerable individuals.

A Legionella risk assessment is mandated by regulations such as ACOP L8 and HSG 274 to ensure the safety of occupants. It’s a legal requirement for duty holders to identify and manage potential Legionella risks in water systems.

The frequency of legionella risk assessments depends on various factors, such as the type of building, the complexity of the water systems, and the level of risk identified. Generally, it is recommended to conduct a risk assessment at least every two years or whenever significant changes occur in the water systems or building use. However, more frequent assessments may be necessary for high-risk environments like healthcare facilities.

Or, if you become aware of a potential legionella risk in your water system, or if your system has not been managed effectively, you should contact legionella specialists like Lucion to provide the support you need.

Any industry with water systems can benefit from legionella and water services. This includes healthcare facilities, hotels, office buildings, schools, manufacturing plants, and more. Essentially, any building or facility with a water supply should prioritise legionella control and water safety.

In the UK, the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002 and the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 requires employers and duty holders to assess and control the risks associated with legionella. This includes conducting regular risk assessments, implementing control measures, and maintaining proper records.

Our team of certified legionella consultants can assist you throughout the entire process of managing your water systems. We conduct thorough risk assessments, provide expert guidance on compliance and control measures, perform regular monitoring and inspections, and offer a range of services to ensure the safety and integrity of your water systems.

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