Comprehensive Legionella Services in the UK

What Is Legionella?

Legionella is a type of bacterium found naturally in freshwater environments, like lakes and streams. It becomes a health concern when it grows and spreads in human-made water systems such as shower heads, cooling towers, hot tubs, and large plumbing systems. In these environments, if the water temperature is between 20-45°C (68-113°F) and not properly maintained, Legionella can multiply and increase the risk of Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia.

Why Is Legionella Dangerous?

The risks associated with Legionella are particularly acute in places where the bacteria can aerosolise, or become airborne in water droplets, such as in showers or cooling towers. People can contract Legionnaires’ disease by inhaling these droplets containing the bacteria. The elderly, smokers and those with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk.

Ensure Your Water is Safe With Orkin UK

Orkin UK provides meticulous Legionella risk assessments and management solutions across the UK. Our expert team members help to ensure that your water systems are not only safe but also meet stringent health and safety standards, protecting your facilities from the risks of Legionnaires’ disease.

How Do We Treat Legionella?

Mitigating Legionella risks involves implementing various control measures to manage water systems effectively. This includes maintaining water temperatures outside the growth range for Legionella, ensuring adequate disinfection, and flushing out infrequently used water lines. Regular maintenance and monitoring, guided by a comprehensive water safety plan, are crucial to prevent the growth and spread of Legionella in water systems, ensuring the safety and health of all building occupants.

Documentation and Compliance:

Initial Consultation:

Site Survey and Assessment:

Risk Assessment Report:

Implementation of Recommendations:

Continuous Monitoring and Regular Reviews:

Legionella Prevention for Commercial Environments

Legionella Safety in Healthcare Facilities

Ensuring Safe Water in Educational Facilities

Certified Legionella Expertise

Minimised Risk of Outbreaks

Ensured Regulatory Compliance

Proactive Health Protection

Extended Lifespan of Water Systems

Streamlined Health and Safety Management

For the Legionella services you need to meet all health and safety standards, contact Orkin UK today. Our expert team has the tools, knowledge, and skills necessary to keep the measures you need in place. With a comprehensive service that includes a long-term water safety plan, we can protect your business and your customers for years to come.

We’re here to deal with your Legionella issues quickly, efficiently, and effectively. Get in touch with us for a consultation and quote.