With evaporative cooling systems, the control schemes tend to be better managed. This is not only due to regular audits conducted by the Health and Safety

Executive (HSE), but also the fact that the contractor will go through the findings of the monthly report with the responsible person. In doing this, the contractor can highlight any faults and identify the remedial actions that need to be taken to bring the system back under control. Ultimately, effective management of the control scheme and communication between all parties is essential when managing legionella.

The key to controlling the risks from legionella bacteria is not how much information you collect or what control strategy you use. The key is to carry out a thorough legionella risk assessment, manage the control scheme effectively, streamline communication, and improve training.

After all, the Approved Code of Practice (L8) states;

“Before any formal health and safety management system for water systems is implemented, the dutyholder should carry out a risk assessment to identify the possible risks. The purpose of the assessment is to enable a decision on:… (b) the necessary measures to prevent, or adequately control, the risk from exposure to legionella bacteria.”

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