Legionella Awareness

Understanding legionella risks and the controls required to protect building occupants

Course Overview

This course provides learners with an understanding of legionella bacteria, the conditions that support their growth and the legal responsibilities of duty holders. Learners will explore the health risks associated with Legionnaires disease, how water systems are assessed and controlled and the importance of routine monitoring and record-keeping. The course supports compliance with ACOP L8 and HSG274 and is suitable for anyone with responsibility for water system management.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand what legionella is and how it causes disease
• Identify conditions that promote legionella growth
• Recognise which water systems are at risk
• Understand the role of the duty holder and responsible person
• Apply risk assessment principles to water systems
• Understand monitoring, control and record-keeping requirements
• Comply with ACOP L8 and HSG274 guidance

Course Structure (4 topics, 12 lessons)