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I have a Pseudomonas aeruginosa count – what next?

by Roy Sullivan, on 29-01-2026

To understand the actions that should be taken when a positive Pseudomonas aeruginosa [P. aeruginosa] test result is received, it is prudent to first understand more about this opportunistic...

Legionella and Water Safety in Universities

Legionella & Water Hygiene in Schools, Colleges & Universities

by Andy Clews, on 27-01-2026

Schools, Colleges and Universities bring a diverse mixture of water-based systems, some of which can be subject to seasonal changes, bringing different risks. Whether it be a water feature, a staff...

Hospitals: Why split Legionella Risk Assessments & Remedials

by Peter Gunn, on 22-01-2026

Carrying out Legionella risk assessments in your hospital is vital for preventing outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease and can provide additional information about avoiding contamination of the water...

Project Water Safety Plans: Design to Handover

What is a Project Water Safety Plan?

by Roy Sullivan, on 20-01-2026

A project Water Safety Plan is a proactive strategic plan which gives clear, definitive direction to manage any risk(s) identified during the design, construction, commissioning, handover, soft...

Why Water Hygiene Centre is Your Ideal AE(W) Partner

by Daniel Pitcher, on 08-01-2026

Managing water safety has never been more important. With rising expectations from regulators and increasing awareness of the risks associated with Legionella and other waterborne pathogens,...

Jargon Buster – A glossary of terms explained…

by Water Hygiene Centre, on 17-12-2025

Jargon buster – phrases and acronyms such as ‘WSP’, ‘Written Scheme’, RP & AP and Water Safety Group, what do they all mean? In this blog, we explain some of the more popular phrases and acronyms...

A Christmas Message for Our Subscribers

by Sarah Morley, on 09-12-2025

As 2025 comes to an end, we’re getting into the festive spirit and wanted to share it with you, too! As normal, instead of sending out traditional Christmas cards, we thought it would be lovely to...

Plumbing Jointing Compound and Your Water System

by Jim Perry, on 09-12-2025

Do you know if and/or what jointing compound is being used on your domestic water system, and the pitfalls if not used correctly, along with, is it helping or harming the water system's safety?

Are Sentinel Points Driving You Loopy?

by Charlie Brain, on 02-12-2025

Over a decade ago, the HSE published ‘HSG274 - Part 2’ in 2014, which introduced a slightly different way of monitoring hot water systems (this document was reissued in 2024).

Jim Perry Joins Water Hygiene Centre as Authorising Engineer (Water)

by Sarah Morley, on 12-11-2025

The Water Hygiene Centre is delighted to announce the expansion of its Authorising Engineer (Water) team with the appointment of Jim Perry as Senior Consultant.

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