This course is for Responsible and Authorised Persons working within the area of water safety in a healthcare environment and who require refresher training.
It goes beyond traditional Legionella and Pseudomonas training, covering the physical, chemical and microbiological risks associated with water distribution systems within healthcare buildings, as well as the role of the Water Safety Group and Water Safety Plan.
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This course is for healthcare estates staff who manage, operate, maintain, monitor and repair water distribution systems and associated equipment and who have specific roles and responsibilities in relation to water systems and who need refresher training.
The course builds upon previous training experience and updates you with recent changes in the field and current case studies. Therefore prior knowledge and training is essential.
We suggest that refresher training for Responsible/Authorised Persons (Water) is undertaken every 3 years.
To update learners of any changes to legislative, regulatory, mandatory and guidance documents relating to water hygiene and safety in healthcare buildings.
To discuss management and control measures to mitigate the risks associated with microbiological, chemical and physical issues of the water distribution systems, outlets and associated equipment.
BY THE END OF THE COURSE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:
– State the requirements of legislation and regulations for water distribution systems and explain the significant changes to and the mandatory requirements of best practice guidance including HTM 04-01 (2016).
– State the prominent waterborne pathogens – occurrence, ecology and transmission routes and the consequence of contamination of the water systems from these and discuss other water safety issues including chemical and physical contamination.
– Describe the ways in which water distribution systems, cooling towers, outlets, components and associated equipment can become contaminated and methods of preventing contamination.
– State the responsibilities of individuals to prevent contamination of the water distribution system and outlets and assist in ensuring control measures in place are effective Identifying appropriate personal hygiene, cleanliness of equipment, tools, materials and storage.
– Identify methods of on-line and off-line disinfection of water systems and calculate appropriate quantities for disinfection with pH correction.
– Describe methods of sampling and appropriate aseptic techniques.
– Describe the function, role and responsibilities of the ‘Duty Holder’ and ‘Responsible Person’ (ACoP L8), the professional support structure in HTM 00 and how it can be applied to support water safety and understand the value and application of a ‘permit to work’ system to water safety management.
– Explain risk assessment, maintenance of log books and records in relation to compliance with regulations identify the elements of a suitable and sufficient risk assessment, risk minimisation scheme and action plan.
– Explain the role and responsibilities of the Water Safety Group.
– List the essential elements of a Water Safety Plan.
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This refresher course is designed for Responsible Persons (Water), Authorised Persons (Water), healthcare estates managers, estates officers, facilities managers, engineers and Water Safety Group members who have previously completed formal water safety training. It updates learners on changes to legislation, HTM guidance, industry best practice and current case studies to help maintain competence and compliance within healthcare premises.
Regular refresher training is recommended to ensure Responsible and Authorised Persons remain competent and up to date with changes in legislation and guidance. As recognised industry best practice, refresher training is generally undertaken every three years, helping organisations maintain compliance with ACoP L8, HSG274 and HTM 04-01.
The course updates your knowledge of healthcare water safety, including HTM 04-01, ACoP L8, HSG274, Water Safety Plans, Water Safety Groups, Legionella management, Pseudomonas control, risk assessments, water system disinfection, sampling techniques and current best practice. It also reviews recent guidance changes and practical case studies relevant to healthcare estates teams.
Learners revisit the legislation and guidance that underpins healthcare water safety, including the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, ACoP L8, HSG274 and HTM 04-01 Safe Water in Healthcare Premises. The course also explores updates to guidance and how these changes affect the day-to-day management of healthcare water systems.
Yes. The course revisits the occurrence, transmission and control of important waterborne pathogens, including Legionella and Pseudomonas, alongside other microbiological, chemical and physical risks. Learners also review practical control measures, monitoring programmes and disinfection techniques used to minimise risk in healthcare water systems.
By the end of the course, you’ll have refreshed your understanding of healthcare water safety legislation, risk assessments, Water Safety Plans, monitoring programmes, sampling techniques, disinfection methods, compliance auditing and record keeping. You’ll also be able to identify changes in best practice and apply them confidently within your organisation.
Eastwood Park Training delivers specialist healthcare water safety training designed specifically for Responsible and Authorised Persons. This City & Guilds Assured refresher course combines updates on legislation, HTM guidance and industry best practice with practical examples, helping professionals maintain compliance and confidently manage water safety within healthcare environments.