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 Swindon

Our goal at Primary Water Solutions is to keep buildings in Swindon and the surrounding areas compliant and fully protected from the risks associated with Legionella bacteria. Our experienced water safety consultants deliver Legionella control services that make it straightforward for organisations and businesses to meet their legal responsibilities while taking care of the health of staff, tenants, and visitors.

Legionella bacteria can grow in poorly maintained water systems and, if inhaled through tiny water droplets, can cause serious illness such as Legionnaires’ disease. Buildings, including hospitals, care homes, and leisure centres, can be particularly vulnerable due to their complex systems. That’s why regular assessments, testing, and control measures are vital to how you operate 24 hours a day.

We work with clients across Swindon, including landlords, housing associations, schools, healthcare facilities, hotels, leisure centres, and commercial offices. Our team know that each property is different from one to the next. This is why each of our expert Legionella consultants designs practical yet effective solutions for each environment. From Legionella risk assessments and water hygiene monitoring to closed water systems monitoring, remedial works, and ongoing maintenance, our services provide complete water safety management that you can trust.

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Legionella Risk Assessments

A professional Legionella risk assessment is the first place to start for effective Legionella management. Sometimes referred to as a water risk assessment, it is a legal requirement for landlords, business owners, and employees who are responsible for premises with water systems. Our experienced water hygiene consultants at Primary Water Solutions carry out thorough inspections in line with the Health and Safety Executive’s Approved Code of Practice L8 (ACoP L8) and BS8580 standards.

Our assessments are there to identify risks in your water system where Legionella bacteria may grow. This includes reviewing system design, usage patterns, water storage, pipework condition, and temperature. We also assess who may be exposed, such as hospital patients, care home residents, or staff in high-risk environments, where bacteria can potentially become dangerous to a person’s life. Following the assessment, you’ll receive a report that outlines our findings and provides practical recommendations that are unique to you.

The measures that we recommend can help you reduce the chance of Legionella developing and ensure your organisation complies with current legislation. We also provide scheduled water hygiene monitoring and closed water systems monitoring to keep your systems under professional watch throughout the year.

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Qualified and experienced specialists

As one of the most reliable water hygiene companies in Swindon, we work with SMEs, landlords and large-scale properties to deliver bespoke solutions that put people first, reduce risk, and keep water systems safe. We explain risks in easy-to-understand terms while giving you achievable, cost-effective solutions. For a one-off Legionella risk assessment or an ongoing water hygiene monitoring, Primary Water Solutions is here to protect your building and reputation.

Effective Legionella control services require specialist knowledge and experience. Our Legionella consultants and water hygiene consultants have over 45 years of combined expertise. When working with us, we guarantee that each team member holds recognised industry qualifications, including City & Guilds, and is a member of the Water Management Society (WMSoC).

Primary Water Solutions strives to meet the highest professional standards and are full members of the Legionella Control Association (LCA). We follow the LCA Code of Conduct for Service Providers, and are Safe Contractor approved, giving our clients across Swindon reassurance that your health and safety best practices are at the forefront of everything we do.

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