To provide the statutory, medical and engineering knowledge to undertake a Legionella risk assessment in building premises, or a detailed understanding of the requirements of such for managerial purposes.
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There is a legal duty for the duty holder of building premises to carry out a risk assessment to identify risk from Legionella that may affect anyone who may be exposed to the hazards that could affect their health.
This course is for individuals with the responsibility for undertaking a Legionella risk assessment, or for ensuring one is carried out.
It requires basic knowledge of the management of risk in water systems, so learners should have previously attended Eastwood Park’s Legionella Awareness Course (or an equivalent).
To provide the statutory, medical and engineering knowledge to undertake a Legionella risk assessment in building premises, or a detailed understanding of the requirements of such for managerial purposes.
BY THE END OF THE COURSE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:
– State the requirements of legislation and regulations for hot and cold water
– Describe the causes, risks and impacts to health from legionella bacteria in water systems.
– Describe the engineering aspects of cold and hot water systems, evaporative cooling systems and other risk systems that may give rise to risks from legionella.
– Describe the principles of regulatory inspection and enforcement of health & safety in the UK.
– State the principle elements of a suitable and sufficient risk assessment in accordance with legislation.
– Be able to carry out a legionella risk assessment and produce a formal written report with recommendations in accordance with BS8580-1:2019.
This course is delivered on an on-demand basis and scheduled as needed. You can register your interest by following the link below and we will be in touch shortly to discuss your training options.
Appropriate and regular refresher training is a requirement for all those with roles and responsibilities in respect of water distribution systems and associated equipment in healthcare buildings ensuring patient and staff safety in respect of the microbiological, chemical and physical risks associated with water systems.
ACoP L8 and HSG 274 states the Responsible Person (Water) should receive ‘regular refresher training’, this is generally accepted as being appropriate every two to three years.
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