Legionella Awareness Training
Protect your premises and comply with UK regulations with our expert Legionella Awareness Training.
This instructor-led course provides practical knowledge on Legionella risks, prevention measures, and the legal responsibilities of Duty Holders. Delegates will learn how to identify high-risk areas, implement effective control measures, and ensure the safety of all occupants in water systems.
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Duration: 2 hours
Up to 15 delegates per session
Certificate issued on completion
Instructor-led delivery
Understand Duty Holder legal responsibilities under ACOP L8
Identify and manage Legionella risks on your premises
Implement control measures to protect employees and visitors
COURSE OVERVIEW
Legionella bacteria can pose serious health risks if water systems are not properly managed. This training follows the Health and Safety Executive’s ACOP L8 guidance and provides delegates with a thorough understanding of Legionella hazards, risk assessment requirements, and control measures.
Delegates will learn to identify areas where Legionella may grow, understand microbiology and history, and comply with legal duties to protect staff and visitors.
PROBLEMS THIS TRAINING HELPS YOU AVOID
Without proper Legionella awareness, workplaces risk:
Outbreaks affecting staff or visitors
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Unidentified high-risk
areas
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Failure to comply with legal Duty Holder responsibilities
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Unsafe control
measures
Poorly managed water
systems
Potential enforcement or prosecution
Effective training ensures risks are identified and managed proactively.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is suitable for:
Duty Holders / Premises Managers
Facilities and Maintenance staff
Health and Safety officers
Supervisors responsible for water systems
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of the course, delegates will:
Understand ACOP L8 legal requirements
Recognise Legionella hazards
Identify elevated risk areas
Implement suitable control measures
Ensure safe water system management
Reduce risks to vulnerable persons
COURSE CONTENT
01
Legal responsibilities of Duty Holders
03
Identifying high-risk areas in water systems
05
Control measures and monitoring
07
Practical prevention strategies
02
History and microbiology of Legionella
04
Risk assessment requirements
06
Record keeping and documentation
We can also tailor elements of the programme to match specific operational environments.
DELIVERY OPTIONS
We provide flexible delivery to suit your operations:
Onsite at your premises
Virtual instructor-led sessions
Group training for up to 15 delegates
Flexible dates available
CERTIFICATION
Delegates receive a certificate upon completion to demonstrate compliance with ACOP L8 and workplace health and safety standards.
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