Expert Legionella Risk Assessments for Commercial Properties

Tagline: We’ll help you control the risk of exposure to Legionella in your business.

Ensuring the safety and compliance of your commercial facility is crucial. Legionella bacteria, responsible for Legionnaires’ disease, poses significant health risks to staff and customers alike, causing damage to your business’s reputation and potential legal consequences.

Orkin UK offers expert Legionella risk assessments tailored to the needs of the commercial sector, helping you protect your business, employees, and customers. With our extensive experience and state-of-the-art methods, we ensure your facility remains safe for visitors and compliant with all relevant regulations.

Key Features of Our Commercial Legionella Services

Comprehensive Risk Assessments: Detailed evaluation of existing records and physical inspection of water systems.
Regular Monitoring and Testing: Ongoing surveillance to ensure water safety.
Remedial Actions: Disinfection, cleaning, and other necessary interventions to maintain safe water systems.

Regulations We Help You Cover

Orkin UK helps you adhere to all necessary standards, including:

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA): We’ll ensure your workplace meets all health and safety requirements to protect employees and visitors.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations: Our team will control exposure to hazardous substances, including Legionella bacteria.
Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) L8: We can offer guidance on the control of Legionella bacteria in water systems to prevent outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease.
Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999: Our Orkin Pros will ensure that your water fittings are installed and maintained correctly to prevent contamination.

What is Involved in a Commercial Legionella Risk Assessment?

Our Legionella control service is designed to provide comprehensive management and prevention solutions for commercial properties. It involves a thorough, systematic approach:

Risk Assessments

Administrative Checks

Review of Current Records: Our team conducts a detailed review of your current water system records to ensure all documentation is up-to-date and compliant with regulations.
Previous Assessments: We examine previous risk assessments to identify any areas of concern and verify that all recommended actions have been implemented.
Management Procedures: We’ll undertake a thorough evaluation of existing management procedures to ensure they are effective and in line with best practices.

Site Tour

Physical Inspection: Our trained engineers perform a comprehensive physical inspection of the hot and cold water systems within your building.
Aerosol Creation Points: We’ll identify and inspect any locations where water aerosols could be generated, such as cooling towers, showers, and fountains, which are critical points for Legionella proliferation.

Regular Monitoring and Testing

Periodic Checks: We conduct regular, scheduled checks of the water systems to monitor for the presence of Legionella bacteria. This includes sampling and laboratory testing to ensure that the water remains safe.
Data Analysis: The results from monitoring and testing are analysed to detect any changes in water quality that could indicate a potential risk.

Remedial Actions

Disinfection: When necessary, our team performs disinfection of the water systems to eliminate Legionella bacteria. This can involve thermal disinfection or chemical treatments.
Cleaning: Regular cleaning of water tanks, cooling towers, and other parts of the water system helps to prevent biofilm formation and bacterial growth.
System Modifications: We’ll make recommendations for any necessary modifications to the water system to enhance safety and compliance.

Ongoing Management

Continuous Support: We provide ongoing support to ensure that all water safety measures are maintained effectively over time.
Periodic Reassessment: Our team can conduct regular reassessments to ensure that the risk management plan remains effective and up-to-date. This includes updating risk assessments in response to any changes in the water system or building usage.
Documentation: All actions and findings will be meticulously documented, providing a clear record of compliance and proactive management for inspectors and stakeholders.

How Much is a Commercial Legionella Risk Assessment?

The cost of a commercial Legionella risk assessment can vary widely depending on several factors, including the size and complexity of the water system, the type of facility, and the specific requirements of the site. At Orkin UK, we offer tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring comprehensive and compliant risk assessments.

To get an accurate quote, we recommend scheduling a consultation with our team. During this consultation, we will assess your facility’s specific needs and provide a detailed proposal outlining the scope of work and associated costs. Contact us today to discuss your Legionella control needs and receive a customised quote.

The Buildings Most At Risk From Legionella Bacteria

Legionella bacteria thrive in specific conditions commonly found in various buildings. Identifying these areas is crucial for effective Legionella control measures to be put in place. Here are some of the key commercial areas where the potential risk is higher:

Offices

Cooling Towers and HVAC Systems: Common in large buildings for air conditioning, these systems can spread bacteria through aerosolised water.
Hot Water Heaters and Tanks: Inadequate temperature control can lead to bacterial growth in your tanks and water heaters.
Humidifiers and Decorative Fountains: Standing water in these devices can become breeding grounds for Legionella.

Retail and Shopping Centres

Cooling Towers: These are essential for climate control in large buildings but need regular maintenance to prevent bacteria growth.
Public Toilets: Faucets and showers in employee areas or customer restrooms can be sources of contamination.
Food Court Areas: Water systems associated with food preparation and cleaning must be regularly checked.

Airports and Train Stations

Cooling Towers and HVAC Systems: While these systems are essential for climate control, they can be a key Legionella breeding ground in transport hubs.
Public Toilets and Shower Facilities: Areas with a high turnover of water use should be regularly assessed.
Water Fountains and Bottle Refill Stations: Areas like fountains are potential points of stagnation and bacterial growth.

Safeguard Your Commercial Property Against Legionella Today

Ensuring the health, safety, and compliance of your commercial facility is paramount. With Orkin UK’s comprehensive Legionella risk assessment services, you can have confidence that your water systems are managed by experts. Our tailored approach and extensive experience make us the trusted partner for businesses across the UK.