Legionella Risk Assessment & Control Services

Common sources include:

• Water tanks
• Domestic hot-water systems
• Fountains
• Showers

And other similar disseminators that tap into a public water supply.

Some Possible Outbreak Consequences

• Loss of Business
• Manslaughter charges
• Large Fines
• Bad publicity
• Ill Health
• Fatalities

What is a Legionella Risk Assessment?

It is a document that outlines the results and findings from a detailed examination of your entire water system to help with legionella control.

What are the objectives of Legionella risk assessments?

To identify any problematic or Health Risk areas within the system that may have or possibly develop growth of the legionella bacterium and quantify the risk of contracting the disease.

What does legionella risk assessment consist of?

Our base risk assess entails:-

• The production of a documented overview of your system including the production of pipework schematics and photographic support evidence.
• The testing of Hot & Cold water throughout the building at key points including storage tanks.
• Water tank surveys
• Flow and stagnation tests
• Inspection for aerosol formation hazards.
• Preperation of a basic water management scheme for preventing of controlling the risk and ensuring future legal compliance.
• Supply of digital thermometers and record sheets and basic training to your staff.

The Result

The assessment results in the production of a comprehensive report on the condition of your water system, indicating the risks to health where present and identifying any action or measures that need to be taken to help with legionella control.