The Health & Safety Executives Approved Code of Practice ACOP L8 requires that those involved in the control and prevention of Legionella bacteria are "competent". Even if you decide to use contractors to meet your health & safety obligations you still need to have an awareness of the requirements of the ACOP L8.
The need for regular training is identified in sections 50 & 51 of the HSE's ACOP L8. Why is regular training needed? Very simply, because things change. Official guidance is often updated and developed. Even if you use contractors you still need to understand the various health & safety requirements for Legionella and the control & prevention measures that are in place.
Being Trained Is Not Enough. You Need The Right Training
Our courses cover the subject matter far more in depth than most Legionella courses and have been written by our team of Trust Mark Certified Legionella Risk Assessors. Our courses are also indepentantly accredited by the CPD Group so you can be assured of the quality of the course. Poor quality training courses can leave people at risk, leave you liable and cause you to carry out measures that are not correct or effective.
Each course involves working through a series of modules and multiple choice questions which will allow you to demonstrate your understanding of the course material. You have a maximum of 5 attempts at each test with a minimum pass score of 70%. Once complete you can download a course certificate which is valid for 2 years. Why 2 years? This is to reinforce the need for regular training as required by the HSE's ACOP L8.
Sample course content.
Below is a list of our courses. For more information on any of our courses just click on the course link.
Course Type - CPD Accredited
Course Accreditation - The CPD Group
Course Format - Online
Course Time - 10 Hours
Course Time - Complete in Your Own Time
Course Availability - Upto 30 Days
Course Dates - Ongoing
Course Assessment - Multiple Choice Questions
Course Certification - Certificate of Completion
Course Cost - £180 per person + VAT
Our customer rated this course 9/10
"Fantastic Course, Highly Recommended"
This course ideal for anyone looking to start carrying out their own Legionella Risk Assessments, exisiting assessors looking for CPD points or to refresh their skills. The course is written by our ourselves at Water Wise Services and accredited by the CPD Group. The course covers the requirements of the HSE's ACOP L8, HSG 274 and unlike many Legionella Risk Assessment courses we also cover the requirements of the Department of Health's HTM 04-01 which is a requirement for any health or care site.
Course Type - CPD Accredited
Course Accreditation - The CPD Group
Course Format - Online
Course Time - 5 Hours
Course Time - Complete in Your Own Time
Course Availability - Upto 30 Days
Course Dates - Ongoing
Course Assessment - Multiple Choice Questions
Course Certification - Certificate of Completion
Course Cost - £48 per person + VAT
Our customer rated this course 10/10
"This course was one of the most comprehensive (and difficult) I have taken over the last ten years in healthcare. It went into so much more detail than other Legionella courses which was really helpful."
In this course we look at the varying requirements of the HSE's ACOP L8, HSG 274 and the Department of Health's HTM 04-01. We look at the requirements for temperature monitoring, including the enhanced monitoring requirements found in HTM 04-01. We explain Legionella testing requirements, how to manage Thermostatic Mixing Valves, flushing infrequently used outlets and much more.
Course Type - CPD Accredited
Course Accreditation - The CPD Group
Course Format - Online
Course Time - 4 Hours
Course Time - Complete in Your Own Time
Course Availability - Upto 30 Days
Course Dates - Ongoing
Course Assessment - Multiple Choice Questions
Course Certification - Certificate of Completion
Course Cost - £42 per person + VAT
In this course we look at the requirements of the HSE's ACOP L8 and HSG 274. We look at the requirements for temperature monitoring, we explain Legionella testing requirements, how to manage Thermostatic Mixing Valves, flushing infrequently used outlets and much more.
Course Type - CPD Accredited
Course Accreditation - The CPD Group
Course Format - Online
Course Time - 2.5 Hours
Course Time - Complete in Your Own Time
Course Availability - Upto 30 Days
Course Dates - Ongoing
Course Assessment - Multiple Choice Questions
Course Certification - Certificate of Completion
Course Cost - £24 per person + VAT
Our customers rate this course as an average of 9.5/10
"Excellent Course"
In this course we look at the varying requirements of the HSE's ACOP L8, HSG 274 and the Department of Health's HTM 04-01. This course ideal for anyone in the health or care industry who needs to demonstrate and awareness of Legionella bacteria.
Course Type - CPD Accredited
Course Accreditation - The CPD Group
Course Format - Online
Course Time - 2 Hours
Course Time - Complete in Your Own Time
Course Availability - Upto 30 Days
Course Dates - Ongoing
Course Assessment - Multiple Choice Questions
Course Certification - Certificate of Completion
Course Cost - £18 per person + VAT
In this course we look at the requirements of the HSE's ACOP L8 and HSG 274.