Water Hygiene Services
Risk Assessment, Consultancy, Training
It is a legal duty for employers and persons who manage or operate a building to assess and control the risks of exposure to Legionella.
In the UK, guidance on undertaking a Water Hygiene Risk Assessment is provided by the Approved Code of Practice. “Legionnaires’ disease: The control of legionella bacteria in water systems” (L8 Fourth edition). In effect this guidance identifies a Health and Safety Executive approved approach to comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 sections 2, 3, 4, and 6 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulation 6, 7, 8, 9 and 12. L8 (Fourth edition) also gives guidance on compliance with relevant parts of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (MHSWR). Technical guidance in how to comply is provided by HSG274. HSG274 is split into 3 parts covering evaporative cooling systems, hot and cold water, and other risk systems.
Failure to comply with the requirements of L8 (Fourth edition) is not an offence in itself. However, deviations from its guidance have been used to prove a person has contravened a legal requirement. In this situation a person will have to demonstrate they have fulfilled the legal requirement in some other way.
Water Hygiene Risk Assessment
A risk assessment is a legal requirement to ensure that your building or workplace is examined systematically to reduce the risk of contracting Legionellosis. Whether it’s for a Commercial Office, Shopping Centre, School, Residential Care Home or HMO, either with cooling towers or without, we can provide the Water Risk Assessment that you need.
Water Sampling/Inspections
If you have been advised by a qualified water hygiene consultant to sample water or inspect certain parts of your water system on a regular basis, RM can help. With our team of competent technicians on the road every day, we are the perfect partner to keep you informed and up-to-date with your written scheme.
Our Water Hygiene Team
Principal Water Hygiene Consultant
Sylwia has a demonstrated history of working in high paced consultancy services. Skilled in team management and staff development, she has successfully managed and trained a team of Legionella consultants working for companies such as BNP Paribas. She has over 10 years’ experience in conducting Legionella Risk Assessments on hot and cold water systems, cooling towers and process systems. Her advanced knowledge and experience in health and safety regulations means she can provide clients with site-specific policy and written support. As a C&G approved trainer, she delivers our Legionella training courses for clients and staff.
Operations Manager
Gary joined RM in 2011 as a Health & Safety Assessor and Technician, initially bringing a strong commitment to learning and growing in the field. Over the years, he has developed extensive expertise in site safety and occupational risk management, becoming a highly capable professional dedicated to ensuring workplace safety and compliance. In addition to his on-site responsibilities, Gary also serves as Scheduling Manager, where he skillfully manages client bookings and ensures timely completion of risk assessments. Outside work, he is an avid Aston Villa fan and an enthusiastic footballer.
Health and Safety Consultant
Ethan joined RM in 2020 as an Apprentice Health and Safety Assessor and has quickly made impressive strides in his role. By actively shadowing our experienced consultants and taking on a range of responsibilities, Ethan is rapidly building his expertise in the field. In addition to completing numerous in-house and online training courses, he has earned key industry certifications, including the IOSH Managing Safely certificate, the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, and the FDIS Diploma in Fire Doors. Ethan’s commitment to professional growth and his enthusiasm for health and safety make him a valuable member of the team.
