Legionella Risk Assessment and Management
Managing the risk of Legionella bacteria is a critical facilities management compliance duty, especially for buildings with complex water systems.
Legionella can lead to Legionnaires’ disease, a severe, sometimes fatal form of pneumonia. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, the duty holder must identify and control this risk. FM247 offers a comprehensive, ACOP L8 compliant Legionella risk assessment and management service across the UK.
No monthly contract • Ad hoc support when you need it
A Proactive, ACOP L8 Compliant Approach
Our process starts with an in-depth Legionella risk assessment conducted by certified water hygiene specialists. This assessment is not simply a check for the bacteria; it's a technical audit of your water system design, maintenance regime, and management processes.
Key elements of our service include:
Detailed Water System Survey: Inspecting all hot and cold water storage tanks, calorifiers, pipework, and outlets to identify potential risk factors (e.g., stagnant water, dead legs, incorrect temperatures).
Sampling and Testing: Taking UKAS-accredited water samples from identified high-risk points for laboratory analysis to determine the presence and concentration of bacteria.
Risk Mitigation Strategy: Developing a detailed Written Control Scheme outlining control measures, monitoring frequency, and defined remedial actions.
Temperature Monitoring: Establishing a reliable schedule for checking and recording hot and cold water temperatures at strategic points to prevent bacterial proliferation.
Ongoing Monitoring and Management
Compliance with Legionella legislation is not a one-off task; it requires continuous monitoring and record-keeping. FM247 acts as your competent person, managing the ongoing operational side of your water hygiene strategy. We provide scheduled monitoring visits, tank cleaning and disinfections, and staff training, ensuring every necessary action is correctly documented and tracked within our digital compliance portal.
By partnering with FM247, you gain absolute confidence that your water systems are being professionally managed, protecting the health of your building's occupants and ensuring full adherence to HSE regulations.
FM247 Water Hygiene Assurance
ACOP L8 Compliance: All assessments and monitoring adhere to the HSE's Approved Code of Practice.
Risk-Focused Audits: Comprehensive surveys that look at system design, not just existing bacteria levels.
UKAS Accredited Testing: Professional water sampling and laboratory analysis for guaranteed accuracy.
Full Control Scheme: Detailed documentation to evidence your continuous monitoring and compliance regime.
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