Care and residential homes by their very nature present an increased risk of Legionella bacterial infection and can never be "low risk". You must take into account the susceptible nature of residents and not just the sites hot and cold water system. These requirements are found in both the HSE's ACOP L8 and HTM 04-01 from the Department of Health which is a requirement of CQC registration. Both documents state enhanced performance criteria for healthcare sites such as increased hot water temperatures.
Why Choose Water Wise Services
At Water Wise our assessors are trained and qualified to a much higher standard than most assessors. As well as being approved by Trading Standards, certified by Trust Mark and recognised as Approved Contractor(s) under the Water Regulations we are also Water Safe registered as required by the Dept of Health's HTM 04-01.
Our Service
Our Legionella risk assessors will measure the performance of your systems against the requirements of the HSE's ACOP L8 or if you are a healthcare site against the requirements of Department of Health's HTM 04-01. We will also inspect any control and prevention records you may have to help assess the risk at the site.
Once the site visit is complete, a written risk assessment will be produced which will include an Action Point List and a site specific Control Scheme with our recommendations to minimise the risk of Legionella bacteria at the site.
What Do Our Assessments Include?