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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2024

by Sarah Morley, on 17-12-2024

As 2024 comes to a close and the festive season is nearly upon us, we wanted to spread a little Christmas cheer your way! Our Technical and Operations Managers' children have been busy creating some...

Legionella Control in Hot and Cold-water Systems

by Andy Clews, on 04-12-2024

Every company has the legal requirement to ensure that their water systems are managed to ensure that Legionella bacteria are controlled in a way that achieves a safe environment.

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Legionella Control for Housing

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 20-11-2024

Landlords have a legal responsibility to ensure the health and safety of their tenants by keeping the property safe and free from health hazards.

The Crucial Role of Domestic Staff in Maintaining Water Hygiene

by Charlie Brain, on 12-11-2024

Water hygiene involves proactively managing water systems to ensure they remain safe. Not only for drinking but water is used for bathing, swimming, irrigation, cooking, industrial cooling, and...

Cold Water Storage Tanks - Legionella risk and how do we control it?

by Roy Sullivan, on 07-11-2024

Cold water storage tanks are an integral part of most cold-water distribution systems. They provide resilience when the supply from your water supplier or undertaker becomes interrupted, for...

What is a Legionella Written Scheme of Control?

by Andy Clews, on 22-10-2024

A Legionella Written Scheme of Control is quite simply it’s a written document that details the characteristics, components, operational methods, and management of your water system to help maintain...

Who can be appointed as an RP, DRP, AP or CP?

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 10-10-2024

In In this blog, we explore the various roles that exist within an organisation's water safety team and who is the most appropriate person to be appointed to fill each of these positions.

HSE ACoP L8 & HSG274: Understanding the Basics

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 10-10-2024

In the realm of health and safety, proper management of water systems is crucial to prevent the growth and spread of Legionella bacteria. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has established two...

Legionella Risk in Schools: Key points for good water management

by Daniel Pitcher, on 10-10-2024

Good water safety management within school properties can be distilled into the following areas: 1 – Determining management arrangements and responsibility; 2 – Establishing the level of Legionella

Legionella Checklist for Universities and Academies

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 01-10-2024

Educational institutions, universities, and academies play a crucial role in shaping the lives of countless students. These institutions strive to provide an enriching environment that promotes...

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