Ongoing monitoring and maintenance
Beyond the initial risk assessment and treatment, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are vital for sustained legionella compliance. Our proactive approach includes all services as detailed in HSG 274. Through these measures, we reduce potential risks before they escalate, ensuring continual safety and compliance of your water systems. This proactive stance not only meets regulatory standards but also prioritises occupants' well-being and facility integrity. Our dedication to maintaining optimal water quality and preempting hazards through consistent vigilance underscores our commitment to excellence in water management.
Reactive Works
When issues arise within water systems, ECH Compliance exemplifies rapid responsiveness, promptly addressing concerns with efficiency and diligence. Our proactive approach ensures the timely identification and resolution of bacterial issues within domestic water systems.
With a strong focus on legionella management, we ensure the safety and well-being of our clients and their environments. Our dedication to swift action and thorough follow-through underscores our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of water safety and compliance."
Documentation
Recognising the critical importance of documentation in demonstrating compliance, we meticulously record all assessments, treatments, and monitoring activities. Our team not only delivers comprehensive records but also offers expert guidance to navigate UK regulatory complexities effectively. Following a risk assessment, actions and ongoing monitoring are diligently documented in our digital log book as well as recorded on site where preferred, mandated to be retained for five years as per UK regulations.
Legionella Risk Assessments
The Health and Safety Executive's Approved Code of Practice (AcoP) L8, it is imperative for every commercial establishment to conduct a Legionella Risk Assessment for its water systems. The AcoP L8 mandates that this code applies universally, encompassing any work activities managed directly by the entity or delegated on its behalf. It extends its reach to premises associated with trade, commerce, business or any enterprise where water usage or storage occurs, along with a potential for generating and disseminating water droplets such as aerosols, that could lead to inhaling legionella bacteria, thereby posing a risk.
A comprehensive risk assessment entails identifying and evaluating the likelihood of legionella bacteria exposure stemming from water systems within the premises. Moreover, it entails outlining a comprehensive set of control measures designed to mitigate the risk of bacterial proliferation within these water systems. These control measures encompass a range of remedial actions, including but not limited to the elimination of stagnant areas, such as blind ends, decommissioning redundant water tanks, or adjusting hot water storage temperatures, each "non - conformance" will be clearly detailed to allow a comprehensive overall assessment to be produced.