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Facilities Management guide to controlling Legionella Risk

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 03-09-2026

As a Facilities Management company, what are your responsibilities when it comes to the control of waterborne pathogens such as Legionella (amongst others)? Well, it may be as simple as what is...

Property Management - Legionella in offices

Property Management: Legionella Risk in Commercial Offices

by Charlie Brain, on 01-09-2026

Commercial Offices in the UK have experienced an interesting life since the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The usage of these types of buildings has perhaps changed from the...

Property Management Guide to Legionella Risk Assessments

by Charlie Brain, on 27-08-2026

If you are a Property Management Company, you will typically take responsibility for the management, maintenance, security, and upkeep of a variety of properties. These properties may include ...

Property Management guide to an Authorising Engineer (Water)

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 25-08-2026

For several years as an organisation, we have worked with Property Management Companies on various projects, and our team members have carried out various tasks to support these companies, both...

The impact of decarbonisation and green energy measures on Legionella risk and water safety in buildings.

Decarbonisation & Green Energy – The impact on water safety

by Andy Clews, on 04-08-2026

Decarbonisation and green energy measures can have a major effect on water safety in buildings. Although they reduce carbon emissions, they may also create serious unintended risks, including...

Legionella Risk Assessments: Why They Matter

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 28-07-2026

Legionella risk assessments are a fundamental part of managing water safety, helping organisations understand and control the risks associated with Legionella bacteria within their water systems.

Water Regulations Compliance and the Control of Legionella Risk.

by Andy Clews, on 23-07-2026

In this blog, we discuss the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 and how their correct application can reduce Legionella risk.Equally, there is potential to reduce Capital and Operational...

Legionella risk in schools - teacher at front of class

Education – Areas of High Legionella Risk

by Jonathan Twaites, on 30-06-2026

Legionella risk is a subject that anyone who manages water systems needs to consider and suitably manage, whether you are involved with an office block, hospital, school, or higher education. There...

Legionella in schools, colleges and universities

University, College and School Legionella Training

by Charlie Brain, on 24-06-2026

A simple internet search using the words “Legionella and Schools” identifies many news articles with instances of schools being closed following a Legionella “outbreak”.

Legionella– What’s the risk for Children?

by Jonathan Twaites, on 16-06-2026

If you If you follow news feeds on the topic of Legionella, then you will notice that there are several headlines relating to Legionella in our schools.

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