Legionella Awareness

This Legionella awareness course introduces Legionella and its impact on health. It outlines the legal responsibilities around Legionella control and explains how guidance such as ACoP L8 and HSG274 supports compliance. Participants will learn to recognise typical systems where risks may arise, understand the principles of effective control measures, and appreciate the importance of ongoing monitoring and review of water systems.

On completion of the course, you will be able to:

• Understand what Legionella is and how it can affect health.
• Recognise legal responsibilities around Legionella control.
• Identify the typical risks.
• Apply appropriate control measures to prevent and manage Legionella.
• Develop an approach for ongoing monitoring and review of water systems.

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There are no entry requirements for this course.

Learners must pass a multiple-choice assessment to receive a certificate recognising completion of this awareness course. 

This is a non-accredited course. It does not result in a formal qualification. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful passing of the assessment.