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What is Legionella and why is it a risk?
Legionella is a bacteria found in water systems that can cause serious respiratory illness. It develops in stagnant or poorly managed water, making regular monitoring and control essential to protect building occupants.
What is Legionnaires’ disease?
Legionnaires’ disease is a serious lung infection caused by inhaling water droplets contaminated with Legionella bacteria. It can lead to severe illness, particularly in high-risk individuals, making effective water hygiene management essential.
Who is most at risk of Legionnaires’ disease?
Those most at risk include older adults, smokers, and individuals with weakened immune systems or underlying health conditions. These groups are more vulnerable to infection, highlighting the importance of effective Legionella control measures.
Do I need a risk assessment?
Yes. Duty holders are legally required to assess and manage the risk of Legionella in accordance with health and safety regulations. A risk assessment identifies potential hazards and outlines necessary control measures.
How can I prevent Legionella growth in my water system?
Legionella growth can be prevented through regular monitoring, temperature control, system flushing, and routine cleaning. Implementing a structured water hygiene programme ensures risks are identified early and effectively managed.
How often do I need to conduct a Legionella risk assessment?
Legionella risk assessments should typically be reviewed every two years to remain accurate and effective. Reviews should also be carried out following system changes, building usage changes, or identified risks.
Resources
Download Our Technical Guidance and Materials
Access practical guides and checklists to support water safety compliance.
FAQs
Your Questions Answered
Find clear answers to common questions about water hygiene management.
What is Legionella and why is it a risk?
Legionella is a bacteria found in water systems that can cause serious respiratory illness. It develops in stagnant or poorly managed water, making regular monitoring and control essential to protect building occupants.
What is Legionnaires’ disease?
Legionnaires’ disease is a serious lung infection caused by inhaling water droplets contaminated with Legionella bacteria. It can lead to severe illness, particularly in high-risk individuals, making effective water hygiene management essential.
Who is most at risk of Legionnaires’ disease?
Those most at risk include older adults, smokers, and individuals with weakened immune systems or underlying health conditions. These groups are more vulnerable to infection, highlighting the importance of effective Legionella control measures.
Do I need a risk assessment?
Yes. Duty holders are legally required to assess and manage the risk of Legionella in accordance with health and safety regulations. A risk assessment identifies potential hazards and outlines necessary control measures.
How can I prevent Legionella growth in my water system?
Legionella growth can be prevented through regular monitoring, temperature control, system flushing, and routine cleaning. Implementing a structured water hygiene programme ensures risks are identified early and effectively managed.
How often do I need to conduct a Legionella risk assessment?
Legionella risk assessments should typically be reviewed every two years to remain accurate and effective. Reviews should also be carried out following system changes, building usage changes, or identified risks.