We look briefly at the first known recorded incident involving the bacterium, the link between biofilm and legionella, the influence of amoebae, what encourages growth, and what measures can be taken to control the risks, especially in water systems.
Legionella in Social Housing – Risk Assessment, Testing & Communication
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerDo Biofilms Support Legionella Bacteria?
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerWe look briefly at the first known recorded incident involving the bacterium, the link between biofilm and legionella, the influence of amoebae, what encourages growth, and what measures can be taken to control the risks, especially in water systems.
Pseudomonas Infections Lead Hospital Trust to Review Safety
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella, News /by Simon DoonerThis article reports on a number of hospital acquired pseudomonas infections at a UK hospital, what happened and how the operators of the hospital dealt with the issues.
Updated BS 8580-1:2019 for Legionella Risk Assessments
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella, News /by Simon DoonerThe main British Standard dealing with legionella risk assessments has recently been updated and is now titled BS 8580-1:2019. It has been updated to align it with the Health and Safety Executives ACOP L8 and other guidance documents such as HSG 274.
Controlling Legionella on Ships, Ferries & Other Maritime Vessels
/in Compliance, Guidance, International, Legionella /by Simon DoonerThis guide looks at the control of legionella on ships, ferries and other maritime vessels. It considers the water safety risks that can crop-up on-board different vessels, the need to consider dry dock safety, and why a detailed risk assessment and Water Safety Plan are important.
Controlling Legionella in Emergency Showers & Eyewash Stations
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerExpert guide to controlling legionella in emergency showers and eyewash stations to protect workplace safety.
Why Use An IHEEM Authorising Engineer (Water)?
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerGuide looking at the role of an IHEEM Authorising Engineer (Water) and how these experts can be employed to support hospitals and other healthcare organisations in meeting their regulatory compliance obligations, maintaining good water quality, and delivering safe water supplies to patients, staff and others.
Sands Resort Faces Another Legionella Lawsuit
/in International, Legionella, News /by Simon DoonerSands Resort Faces Another Legionella Lawsuit
Legionella in Social Housing – Management & Responsibilities
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerAre Superbugs the Biggest Threat to Public Health?
/in Compliance, Guidance, News /by Simon Dooner