Legionella Risk Assessments

Landlord’s are required by the government and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to ensure the health and safety of their tenants, which would include identifying and controlling the risks associated with legionella.

Legionnaire’s disease is a potentially fatal form of pneumonia, which can affect anybody. It is caused by the inhalation of small droplets of water from contaminated sources containing legionella bacteria.

Where is Legionella found?

All hot and cold water systems in residential properties are a potential source for legionella

bacteria growth. The main areas of risk are where the bacteria can multiply and increase to dangerous levels and then spread, e.g.: in a spray from showers and taps, even in dishwasher and washing machine pipes. Conditions ripe for colonisation are where the water of between 20°C and 45°C stagnates, and where there is sludge, rust, and scale present for the bacteria to feed upon and multiply.

Who is at risk?

Legionnaire’s disease most commonly affects the elderly, or people with chest or lung problems. Not everyone exposed to legionella bacteria becomes ill. Legionnaire’s disease is not contagious and you cannot get it from drinking water.

Why do I need a legionella risk assessment?

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) states that landlords have a legal duty to assess and control the risk associated with legionella bacteria in order to ensure the safety of tenants.

Our fully qualified assessor will visit your property, assess, and identify the risks and put in place control measures to reduce any risks that were identified. You will then receive a fully completed and compliant Legionella Risk Assessment. The inspection is quick and easy and will not only help keep tenants safe but will demonstrate your compliance with the legislation.