by pemlegionella | Aug 4, 2015 | Services
Showers should be cleaned and descaled on at least a quarterly basis or more frequently depending on the rate of fouling. Scale can trap nutrients, encouraging biofilm formation and so form a barrier to disinfectants. Scale on tap outlets can trap nutrients,...
by pemlegionella | Aug 4, 2015 | Services
The Technical Document HSG274 Part 2: The control of legionella bacteria in hot and cold water systems states that:- “The risk from exposure to legionella should be controlled by keeping the water system and water in it clean and free from nutrients, including those...
by pemlegionella | Aug 4, 2015 | Services
Monthly hot and cold water outlet temperature checks:- Temperature control is the traditional strategy for reducing the risk of legionella in water systems. Cold water systems should be maintained, where possible, at a temperature below 20 °C. Hot water should be...
by pemlegionella | Aug 4, 2015 | Services
Approved Code of Practice and guidance on regulations (L8) states “A suitable and sufficient assessment must be carried out to identify and assess the risk of exposure to legionella bacteria from work activities and water systems on the premises and any precautionary...
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