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Understanding TVC's
by Water Hygiene Centre, on 16-11-2023
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...
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Scald Risk - TMT, or no TMV, that is the question.
by Charlie Brain, on 14-11-2023
One of the risks associated with water safety that require our attention is the risk of scalding. The HSE Information Sheet HSIS6, states “If hot water used for showering or bathing is above ...
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A Day in the Life… of Legionella Risk Assessor
by Neil Bielby, on 25-10-2023
I’m Neil and I joined the Water Hygiene Centre in 2021. My role within the company takes many forms, being a field-based Legionella Risk Assessor and a Technical Manager, giving a broad scope of...
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Water Safety: New Builds – Pitfalls and Downfalls
by Peter Gunn, on 24-10-2023
Managing the handover of a new build or construction project can be a challenging and complex process. Each project has its unique dynamics, and there can be both successes and failures throughout...
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Our Environmental Responsibility
by Chris Lawry, on 03-10-2023
The environment is something we should all be concerned about. It’s not just about the trees and the air, it’s about the future survival of our planet, there is no ‘Planet B’. That means making...
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Water Hygiene: The Crucial Role of Backflow Protection
by Water Hygiene Centre, on 22-09-2023
Water is undoubtedly one of our most precious resources, and ensuring its quality and safety is of utmost importance. We rely on a complex network of pipes, valves, and connections to deliver clean...
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BS8680: Key Components of a Water Safety Plan
by Antony Paskin, on 12-09-2023
Access to safe and clean water is a fundamental human right and a crucial aspect of public health. To ensure the provision of safe water, the World Health Organization (WHO) developed comprehensive...
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Water Safety Audits: The What, the Who and the Why
by Water Hygiene Centre, on 01-09-2023
If you are responsible for estate management in a healthcare organisation, you will already appreciate the importance of complying with Regulations such as MHSWR, COSHH, Water Supply (Water...
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Local Authorities - Do we need an Authorising Engineer (Water)?
by Daniel Pitcher, on 29-08-2023
I guess the first question is, what is an ‘Authorising Engineer (Water)’? A review of the HSE Approved Code of Practice (ACoP L8) and the supporting HSG 274 Part 2 document shows there is no...
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Pipework Sizing; Why does it matter when controlling Legionella?
by Roy Sullivan, on 11-08-2023
When carrying out a project that involves installing domestic hot and cold-water systems, be it a refurbishment or a new build, the hot and cold pipework must be sized correctly for the system to...
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