This expert guide looks at the role of the legionella Responsible Person, training and the question of staff competence. It considers who is suitable to take on the role and what it involves, what they need to know; and why legionella training, skills and competence are vital to the successful implementation of this important water safety role.
Water Coolers Banned from Scotland’s Hospitals
/in Guidance, Legionella, News /by Simon DoonerScotland’s NHS recently announced that they are to remove all water coolers in hospitals as they attempt to minimise the risk of infection. In the middle of August this year, staff in Glasgow hospitals were told to stop using the bottled water coolers and switch to drinking tap water instead.
Are Peaks in Legionnaires’ Disease Linked to Increased Rainfall?
/in International, Legionella, News /by Simon DoonerIn this article our legionella experts look at research around climate change and whether increased rainfall is linked with peaks in cases of Legionnaires’ disease around the World.
Developing a Hospital Water Management Policy
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerA detailed look at the development of a hospital water management policy and the role of the water safety group or WSP in maintaining safe water supplies in hospital and healthcare environments.
Legionella Responsible Person Training – Everything You Need to Know
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerThis expert guide looks at the role of the legionella Responsible Person, training and the question of staff competence. It considers who is suitable to take on the role and what it involves, what they need to know; and why legionella training, skills and competence are vital to the successful implementation of this important water safety role.
Stainless Steel Sinks & Taps Linked to Legionnaires’ Disease
/in Compliance, Guidance, International, Legionella /by Simon DoonerRecent research looking at the growth of Legionella bacteria on stainless steel sinks and taps has shown that under certain conditions, the use of this popular metal can increase the health risks associated with the potentially life-threatening Legionnaires’ disease.
Legionnaires Disease Risks When Travelling Abroad
/in Compliance, Guidance, International, Legionella /by Simon DoonerHave you ever wondered if you are more at risk of contracting Legionnaires’ disease when travelling abroad? Our experts consider this question and review recent statistics from the UK’s Health Protection Agency.
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in Belgium Affects 30 People
/in Compliance, Guidance, International, Legionella /by Simon DoonerLegionnaires disease outbreak in Evergem, Belgium affects 30 people with 2 dead. Legionella from local cooling towers is being investigated as the potential source of the bacteria.
Is Climate Change Increasing Cases of Legionnaires Disease?
/in Compliance, Guidance, International, Legionella /by Simon DoonerLearn about the effects of global warming, how these influence the growth of Legionella and other bacteria, and what steps can be taken to control the risks.
What are the Long-Term Effects of Legionnaires’ disease?
/in Compliance, Guidance, International, Legionella /by Simon DoonerLearn more about the long-term effects of Legionnaires’ disease? 122 survivors share their experiences revealing that long-term effects of Legionnaires still persist for many.
Hot Tubs Caused Legionnaires Outbreak Killing 32
/in Compliance, Guidance, International, Legionella /by Simon Dooner