Legionella Awareness

The half-day Legionella Awareness course is aimed at all staff, especially those involved in the role of the responsible person (RP), involved in the management and operation of building water systems and those who have a role in the control procedures. This Legionella course has been developed to address the issues that surround Legionella and Legionnaires’ disease, the management and treatment of water systems, health and safety management, current UK legislation, good practice procedures and a review of a selection of outbreaks and incidents.

Legionella Awareness Course Overview

The aim of the course is to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of their responsibilities for building water systems. 

Course Content

Subjects covered within the training session include:

• Hot and cold water systems and minimal knowledge on Legionella risks HSG 274 P2
• Clinical Aspects
• The Law
• The requirements for health and safety management
• The approved code of practice (L8) and procedures to control Legionella bacteria risks
• Current UK legislation, your obligations and the importance of compliance
• Recent incidents and outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease

Learner Numbers

In order to ensure the interaction between the learners and the tutor is spread evenly and effectively, and to ensure the courses are fully delivered in accordance with the Scheme rules, the maximum number of learners allowed on a course is fifteen.