Legionella Risk Assessment
Legionella Risk Assessments by NEBOSH-certified experts ensuring compliance with ACOP L8 and HSG274. Identify, control & prevent Legionella risks in water systems.
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Compliance Confidence Included
Pre-submission review, regulator-ready documentation, and 14 days of post-submission query support are included as standard — to reduce refusal risk and enforcement delays.
Control Waterborne Bacteria and Demonstrate Compliance with ACOP L8 and HSG274
A Legionella Risk Assessment evaluates your water systems to identify, manage, and control the risk of Legionella bacteria in line with HSE's ACOP L8 and HSG274 guidance. Delivered by NEBOSH-certified assessors, this service provides detailed insight into how your systems operate and how they can be safely maintained. Assessments cover temperature checks, schematic reviews, and management procedures to ensure your control measures are both suitable and sufficient.
Why It Matters — and What You Risk Without It
Uncontrolled Legionella presents serious legal, health, and reputational risks:
- Breach of the Health & Safety at Work Act or COSHH Regulations
- Risk of Legionnaires' disease among occupants or staff
- Enforcement by the HSE or Environmental Health
- Significant brand and operational damage
What's Included
- Review of water system design and schematics
- Temperature testing at sentinel outlets
- Evaluation of storage, flow, and monitoring arrangements
- Assessment of management, training, and recordkeeping
- Recommendations for control and remedial measures
How It Works
- On-site survey by a NEBOSH-certified assessor
- Testing and verification of control measures
- Review of operational and management records
- Full photographic report issued within 48 hours
Who It's For
- Facilities and property managers
- Developers and design consultants
- Healthcare, dental, and care settings (HTM 01-05 compliance)
- Landlords and managing agents of multi-occupancy buildings
What You Get
- Verified compliance with ACOP L8 and HSG274
- Clear, prioritised actions to maintain control
- Confidence that your duty of care is being met
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should a Legionella Risk Assessment be carried out?
Assessments should be reviewed at least every two years, or sooner if there are changes to the water system, building use, or personnel responsible for water management.
What is ACOP L8?
ACOP L8 is the HSE's Approved Code of Practice for the control of Legionella bacteria in water systems. It provides practical guidance for duty holders to meet their legal obligations.
Do I need water sampling as well as a risk assessment?
Water sampling may be recommended depending on your system and risk profile. The assessment will identify whether sampling is required.
What happens if issues are found?
Any issues identified will be prioritised in the report with clear recommendations for remedial action and ongoing control measures.
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