Water Safety Audit

Why Have a Water Safety Audit? 

Our Water Safety Audits act as a vital part of your water hygiene strategy. They identify potential hazards associated with Legionella, ensure compliance with HSE and HTM guidance, and give you confidence that your water systems are operating safely. Think of it as your safeguard against costly compliance failures and reputational risks.

Expertise You Can Rely On 

Our team brings extensive experience in water safety management, risk assessment, and compliance. Each audit is conducted thoroughly, reviewing your systems, responsibilities, and policies to provide actionable, practical recommendations. With our guidance, you can transform potential risks into measurable improvements.

Your Safety Net: The Water Safety Audit 

Think of our water safety audit as your ‘side kick’ in risk management. We dive deep into the HSE’s ACoP (L8) standards, focusing on Legionella risk assessments and relevant HTM guidelines. This isn't just a box-ticking exercise; it’s a crucial part of staying compliant and keeping your water systems safe!

Ongoing Peace of Mind 

Water safety isn’t a one-time task. We recommend a yearly audit routine to keep your organisation on top of compliance and water hygiene. After each audit, you’ll receive a detailed report with clear recommendations and budget guidance—making it simple to address any issues promptly.

Affordable Peace of Mind 

An investment in a Water Safety Audit is a small price to pay for invaluable protection against potential legal issues and reputational damage. Ensure your organisation is proactive about water hygiene compliance and ready for any HSE inspections - at a fraction of the cost of non-compliance.

Benefits for You 

• Stay fully compliant with water safety standards (ACoP L8 and HTM guidance)
  
  
• Identify and mitigate Legionella risks before they escalate
  
  
• Reduce potential legal and reputational risks
  
  
• Receive practical, actionable recommendations tailored to your site
  
  
• Maintain a clear, documented record of compliance for inspections

What Makes Our Water Safety Audits Stand Out?

• • Independent & Unbiased: Our audits are completely impartial. We focus solely on assessment and advice, giving you clear, objective guidance you can trust.
    
    
  • Comprehensive & Thorough: We take a detailed, systematic approach, reviewing policies, procedures, roles, responsibilities, records, and staff training to ensure nothing is overlooked.
    
    
  • Experienced Team: Our auditors bring extensive real-world experience in water safety and compliance, enabling us to identify risks early and recommend effective, proportionate solutions.
    
    
  • Practical Guidance: Our recommendations are clear, prioritised, and realistic, helping you take immediate action and achieve measurable improvements.
    
    
  • Year-Round Support: We don’t just audit and walk away. We support you throughout the year, helping you maintain compliance and respond confidently to emerging issues.
    
    
  • Further reading:
    - What is an independent audit?
    - Water Safety Audits: The What, the Who, and the Why
    - Legionella: Top tips for record keeping

How Our Water Safety Audit Can Support You

• Appointment of Responsible Persons and Associated Staff: We review appointments to ensure roles are clearly defined, competent, and aligned with ACoP L8 and relevant HTM guidance. 
  
  

• Roles, Responsibilities, and Lines of Communication: We assess how responsibilities are allocated and communicated, ensuring clear reporting and effective escalation.
  
  
• Risk Assessment and Re-Assessment of Compliance: We review existing risk assessments to confirm they remain suitable, effective, and compliant with current guidance.
  
  
• Review of Policies, Procedures, and Records: We check your documentation and records to ensure they are current, site-specific, and inspection-ready.
  
  
• Implementation of Remedial Works: We provide clear, prioritised guidance on remedial actions to support timely and effective compliance.
  
  
• Evidence of Monitoring and System Performance: We review monitoring records and performance data to confirm systems are under control and working as intended.
  
  
• Staff Training and Competence: We assess training and competence to ensure staff are suitably informed and capable of managing water safety.