Water Hygiene Centre Blog

Water Safety Audits: Why They Matter for Universities, Colleges and Academies

by Jim Perry, on 25-05-2026

Water safety is often treated as a compliance checkbox in education settings, but the reality is far more complex. While many universities, colleges, academies and schools carry out Legionella risk...

TMV Management & Legionella Risk Assessment Guide

by Jim Perry, on 21-05-2026

Legionella Control — Aligning Scalding Risk, Stagnation Prevention and Governance Through Structured Risk Assessments. Water safety compliance does not begin and end with temperature checks,...

5 Step Guide: Legionella Risk Management - Education Estates

by Daniel Pitcher, on 20-05-2026

What is the appetite for risk amongst managers of education estates with responsibility for health & safety? We would expect such organisations to operate on the basis that risks to health and...

Water Safety: The Importance of Point of Entry Filters

by Steve Simpson, on 19-05-2026

Water within hospitals isn’t just a basic need; it is critical to patient care and to serve vital areas of hospitals that deal with surgery, sterilisation, laboratory testing, and food preparation. ...

Common Legionella Mistakes in Education (And How to Avoid Them)

by Andy Clews, on 12-05-2026

In this blog, we share some experiences of situations that can increase the risk of Legionella bacteria growth and what could have been done to prevent them.

Legionella: Your guide to understanding TVC's

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 15-04-2026

To better understand a ‘total viable count’ (TVC), it may be prudent to ask the following questions: What is a TVC, and why do we sample/test for TVC? When do we sample/test for TVC? How do we...

Sensor Taps: Smart, Hygienic, and Safe — If Managed Correctly

by Jake Profitt, on 14-04-2026

Sensor‑operated taps have become increasingly common across commercial, public, and even residential buildings. Their touch‑free design appeals to modern expectations of hygiene, accessibility, and...

TVC testing explained & how applicable it is to sample?

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 07-04-2026

In this blog, we explain what a TVC sample is, what the results mean, and when a TVC sample can help inform on water safety…

Is your Water Safety Audit Fit for Purpose?

by Roy Sullivan, on 02-04-2026

Managing water systems to ensure safe water for patients, staff, and the public is a complex task, especially within Healthcare, with multiple facets and potential risks to navigate. To ensure your...

Three Common Legionella Myths Busted

by Graham Clarke, on 26-03-2026

Legionella bacteria can often be misunderstood, even by those working in building management or water safety. Misconceptions can lead to unnecessary panic - or worse, unsafe practices. In this blog,...

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