This Legionella Awareness course explains the risks associated with Legionella bacteria and the responsibilities for managing water systems safely in line with UK health and safety legislation. It is designed to help protect building occupants by ensuring those responsible understand how to identify, assess, and control Legionella risks.

The course will cover:

• What Legionella is and the illnesses it can cause
• Where Legionella is found and how it spreads
• The conditions that increase the risk of Legionella growth
• Legal duties and responsibilities for duty holders
• How to carry out and review a Legionella risk assessment
• How to implement and maintain effective control measures within water systems