Actions and advice
HSE legislation requires that any property containing a water system (domestic, process or industrial) should have a Legionella risk assessment in place. This Legionella risk assessment should be reviewed every 2 years to identify any significant changes in the system design or operating conditions that may increase the risk from proliferation or exposure. Click here to learn what records should be kept and for how long.
The Legionella risk assessment will define the ongoing control scheme (temperatures checks, tank inspections, outlet flushing, water sampling, shower head cleans) and any remedial actions that may be neccessary to control the risk from Legionella exposure. The control scheme is the most important aspect in preventing the risk from Legionella exposure and ensuring compliance with the guidance.
Click here to learn more about the different Legionella testing methods and the circumstances that require water samples to be taken as part of a risk assessment.