Under COSHH Regulations 2002 (as amended) and Health & Safety Executive Approved Code of Practice and guidance Legionnaires' disease: The control of Iegionella bacteria in water systems employers have a duty to take suitable precautions to prevent or control the risk of exposure to Iegionella.
Legionnaires' disease is a potentially fatal form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria which can contaminate and grow in purpose-built water systems such as cooling towers, evaporative condensers and hot and cold water systems.
All the necessary areas will be addressed to ensure compliance with the code of practice including recommendations for future control measures and management of the risks.