Compliance & Responsibilities
Who Is the Responsible Person for Legionella Control?
What the Responsible Person for Legionella control does, who should be appointed, what competence looks like, and the common gaps that leave dutyholders exposed.
Andrew Arnold
Co‑founder & Director
Andrew has over 20 years' experience in Legionella management and control. As a senior member of the Water Management Society and educated to masters level Andrew has extensive experience in legionella risk assessment of numerous systems and sectors.
He is knowledgeable in sampling water systems for a range of parameters both routinely and diagnostically and has assisted a number of clients with improvement notices relating to Legionella control.
Holding many years' experience of client and staff management Andrew has attended and advised on local authority cooling tower inspections, sat on NHS Water Safety Groups, achieved and maintained membership of the Legionella Control Association (LCA), designed and delivered training courses on many water system types and produced Legionella management and control policies and written schemes of control.
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Hot & Cold Water Systems
High-Risk Systems: The Elevated Cold Water Temperature Threat
Hot weather during the summer months causes elevated cold water temperatures above 20°C. In this article we explore these risks to help you control them and maintain HSG274 and L8 compliance.
Monitoring, Sampling & Records
The Importance of Temperature Monitoring in Legionella Control
Understand why temperature monitoring is key to Legionella control and how accurate, auditable records ensure compliance and safety.
Hot & Cold Water Systems
Managing Legionella Risks During Low Occupancy and Warm Weather
Learn how to prevent Legionella growth during low water use periods such as school holidays, shutdowns, or maintenance closures.
Hot & Cold Water Systems
The Importance of Correct Flushing Procedures for Legionella Control
Learn why proper flushing procedures are vital for Legionella control, HSG274 compliance, and effective water hygiene management.
Hot & Cold Water Systems
The Legionella Threat in Hot Water Recirculating Systems
Learn how poor temperature control and stagnation in hot water recirculating systems create a Legionella risk.
Compliance & Responsibilities
Why Your Legionella Risk Assessment Must Be BS 8580 Compliant
A detailed Legionella risk assessment adhering to BS 8580 is vital for HSG274 compliance. Learn about assessor competence, site knowledge, and review frequency.
Compliance & Responsibilities
The Importance of an Accurate and Accessible Written Control Scheme
Discover why a compliant written control scheme is essential for Legionella control — your building's instruction manual for safety and compliance.