Control of Legionella (ACoP and Guidance note L8)

Control of Legionella (ACoP and Guidance note L8)
Business Services

Qualification
Logic Certification Control of Legionella
Attendance
Wednesday
Duration
1 day with the assessment undertaken at the end of the day.
Description of the Course
With the increased publicity surrounding recent outbreaks of Legionnaires, effective water treatment is of paramount importance to those carrying out installation & maintenance of hot & cold water supply systems and to those who are responsible for managing the properties and for employed and self employers workers who will be working on water storage systems, for Hostels, Charities, Universities & Colleges, Local Authorities, Managing Agents, Landlords in the private sector, Housing Associations, Hoteliers, B&B, Guest house and Holiday Camp owners.
The Legionella and water treatment course is designed to enable installers to understand the requirements of applicable regulations, HSE guidance (ACoP), British Standards and Water Regulations.

Furthermore it gives them an appreciation of the Legionella bacteria, its formation and associated health risks. On completion of the course the installer will be able to undertake risk assessments and carry out disinfection using a range of methods.

Course content
The course will cover the following areas during the training & assessment

· General information for employers andowners of residential accommodation
· Water regulations (commissioning/cold water systems)
· Risk assessment - hot and cold water systems
· Controlling the risks associated with spa baths
· Water treatment and legionnaires' disease
· Physical disinfection
· There will be a practical session on the use of Chemical disinfection
· Chlorine
· Chlorine dioxide
· Silver Hydrogen Peroxide

Assessment
The theory assessment will confirm your understanding of the guidelines, responsibilities and legal requirements in the ACoP and guidance note L8 and how to introduce effective control measures.
Please bring 2 passport size photographs with you.
Who is the course for?
Plumbers/installers and those responsible for the supply and storage of water for Hostels, Charities, Universities & Colleges, Local Authorities, Managing Agents, Landlords in the private sector, Housing Associations, Hoteliers, B&B, Guest house and Holiday Camp owners.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements (A knowledge of the Water Fittings Regulations 1999 may prove helpful)
What can I do after this course?
Call Customer Services for further information on 020 8544 4501
Cost
Start
4th March2009, 29th May 2009, 8th July 2009
Course Code
DE9071