How can Legionella be prevented?

Preventing Legionella requires regular maintenance and cleaning of water systems, as well as implementing proper disinfection and monitoring protocols.

How does Legionella cause harm?

Legionella bacteria can spread through the inhalation of contaminated water droplets, such as those from showers, taps, or cooling towers.

What are the symptoms of Legionnaires' Disease?

Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease can include high fever, cough, shortness of breath, muscle aches, and headaches. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia and other complications.

Legionella is a type of bacteria that can cause a severe form of pneumonia called Legionnaires’ disease. It is commonly found in water systems and can be harmful if inhaled. It was named after an outbreak of severe pneumonia that affected a meeting of the American Legion in 1976.

Where can Legionella be found?

Legionella bacteria are commonly found in natural and artificial water systems. While not everyone exposed to the bacteria will develop illness, it is important to take preventive measures. The infectious dose is clearly linked to susceptibility, although it is considered to attack between 2-5% of those exposed.

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Legionella Experts Serving Southampton

At Primary Water Solutions, we are trusted Legionella consultants that deliver professional and cost-effective Legionella control services across Southampton, Hampshire, and throughout the UK. With over 45 years of combined experience in the water hygiene industry, we support businesses, landlords, and public sector organisations in protecting people from the risks associated with Legionella bacteria.

Our services cover the full scope of water hygiene management, including Legionella risk assessment, routine water hygiene monitoring, closed water systems monitoring, Legionella testing, remedial works, and tailored staff training.

Legionella bacteria can be found in water systems, including hot and cold-water storage, showers, cooling towers, and spa pools. Legionnaires’ disease, a potentially life-threatening respiratory condition, can be contracted in complex buildings such as hospitals, hotels, leisure centres, as well as offices in Southampton if water hygiene measures are not properly managed.

With Primary Water Solutions, you benefit from qualified water hygiene consultants who provide clear, practical advice to keep your systems safe.

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Legionella Risk Assessments

It is a legal requirement under the Health and Safety at Work Act and the HSE’s Approved Code of Practice L8 (ACoP L8), that a legionella risk assessment is a must for employers, landlords and organisations in Southampton and the wider Hampshire area.

Our water safety consultants will carry out an on-site visit and produce a bespoke report that outlines our findings. We provide personalised recommendations to control risks, such as flushing regimes and temperature monitoring, to advanced treatments such as chlorine dioxide, where required.

Regular inspections and testing carried out by Primary Water Solutions for your business in Southampton ensure that your water systems are protected against bacterial growth.

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As one of the Southamptons’ highly regarded water hygiene companies, Primary Water Solutions is committed to delivering a compliant, customer-first service that prioritises your organisation’s well-being.

Choosing us for your Legionella control services in Southampton means that you’re working with expert water hygiene consultants who are City & Guilds qualified, members of the Water Management Society (WMSoC), and trained to deliver assessments and monitoring in line with the latest HSE guidance.

Primary Water Solutions works across all sectors, including healthcare, education, hospitality, commercial, and residential property management. Whether you manage a small office or a large multi-site facility, we guarantee that our service is designed for you. From action plans to training, risk assessments and regular maintenance, our industry-approved outcomes mean that your reputation is in good hands.

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