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Water is undoubtedly one of our most precious resources, and ensuring its quality and safety is of utmost importance. We rely on a complex network of pipes, valves, and connections to deliver clean...

Access to safe and clean water is a fundamental human right and a crucial aspect of public health. To ensure the provision of safe water, the World Health Organization (WHO) developed comprehensive...

Educational institutions, universities, and academies play a crucial role in shaping the lives of countless students. These institutions strive to provide an enriching environment that promotes...

If you are responsible for estate management in a healthcare organisation, you will already appreciate the importance of complying with Regulations such as MHSWR, COSHH, Water Supply (Water...

The title “Authorising Engineer (Water)” is not new. It has been used for some time in industry and in the Ministry of Defence, where high-risk activities require a competent person to oversee and...

I guess the first question is, what is an ‘Authorising Engineer (Water)’? A review of the HSE Approved Code of Practice (ACoP L8) and the supporting HSG 274 Part 2 document shows there is no...

In the realm of health and safety, proper management of water systems is crucial to prevent the growth and spread of Legionella bacteria. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has established two...

When carrying out a project that involves installing domestic hot and cold-water systems, be it a refurbishment or a new build, the hot and cold pipework must be sized correctly for the system to...

Expansion vessels are an important integral part of pressurised hot and cold-water systems, particularly in larger systems such as hospitals. They can also be referred to as pressure vessels or...

Above all, three factors determine the likelihood of Legionella bacteria colonising a water system: Water temperature; Cleanliness; i.e. availability of nutrients and shelter; Water age; i.e. the...