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Protecting Your Cold Water Storage Tanks from Legionella
Legionella bacteria can proliferate in hot and cold water systems under the right conditions, potentially leading to outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease. Cold water storage tanks can be breeding...
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Who Can Carry Out a Legionella Risk Assessment?
A Legionella risk assessment consists of a technical review of a premises’ hot and cold water systems as well as administrative reviews of previous and current records surrounding Legionella risks....
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Legionella Water Temperatures: The Essential Guide to Controlling Legionella
Legionella is a dangerous bacteria that can grow in any artificial water system. Certain water temperatures can allow this bacteria to grow and spread. Then, when tiny water droplets infected with...
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What is Legionella? The Legionella People Explain
Legionella is a bacteria which can grow in any water system. The spread and growth of Legionella bacteria are dangerous because of the harm it causes when exposed to humans. Breathing in this...
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What is HSG274? Parts 1, 2 and 3 Explained
The HSE HSG274 “Legionnaire’s disease: Technical guidance” is a document that provides technical advice and guidance on controlling Legionella bacteria in water systems. It supports the...
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The Essential Guide to ACOP L8 and How It Applies to You
ACOP L8 is the shorthand for the Health and Safety Executive’s Approved Code of Practice regarding the control of Legionella bacteria in water systems. It is vital that your business or residence...