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W.E.T Services
Welcome to the home of Water Environmental Treatment Ltd, better known as W.E.T.
For over 30 years, W.E.T. has been dedicated to providing clients with SENSIBLE & SIMPLE advice, ensuring their protection from the potential hazards associated with unmanaged water systems. We offer expert guidance through a professional, yet approachable service.
At W.E.T. we take immense pride in delivering ‘Customer Service Excellence’ to our nationwide client base. We support them with a range of services for their water systems, including temperature monitoring, sampling, legionella risk assessments, cleaning of cold water storage tanks, remedial plumbing works and more.
If you require assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team who will be happy to discuss your unique requirements and propose suitable solutions.
Why do you need Legionella control?
Legionella control is crucial for businesses to prevent Legionnaires’ disease, a potentially fatal pneumonia. Conducting risk assessments, maintaining water systems, and adhering to legal regulations like ACoP L8 and HSG 274 are essential steps. Proper control measures safeguard health, ensure safety, and fulfil legal obligations. Read more to protect your organisation.
Legionella is a type of bacteria that thrives in water systems, particularly those that are poorly maintained. Exposure to legionella can cause Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia that can be fatal, especially to vulnerable individuals. This is why legionella control is critical for any business or organisation as they are usually responsible for managing their water systems.
One of the first steps in legionella control is conducting a risk assessment. A risk assessment helps identify the potential hazards posed by legionella in your water system. This should include a detailed survey of your water infrastructure to pinpoint areas that could encourage bacterial growth, such as stagnant water or poorly regulated temperatures. Regular water temperature checks and cleaning regimes are essential parts of this survey.
Failing to implement proper legionella control measures not only endangers health but also poses serious legal risks. Under health and safety laws, businesses have legal duties to ensure that they minimize the risk of exposure to legionella. If a business neglects its legal duties to perform risk assessments and maintain adequate legionella control, it could face legal action, fines, or even criminal charges in the event of an outbreak.
From a legal standpoint, employers and those in control of premises have clear duties to manage the risk of legionella under regulations like the ACoP L8 (Approved Code of Practice) and HSG 274 (Health and Safety Guidance). ACoP L8 outlines the responsibilities for controlling legionella in water systems, emphasizing the need for a structured approach to water safety, including regular risk assessments and surveys. HSG 274 provides more detailed guidance on how to implement these control measures effectively.
Implementing legionella control is not just a matter of compliance with regulations but also a proactive approach to safeguarding the well-being of employees, visitors, and customers. By conducting thorough water surveys, risk assessments, and implementing ongoing maintenance, businesses can control the spread of legionella and fulfil their legal obligations.
In conclusion, legionella control is vital to mitigate the risk of disease, ensure a safe environment, and meet legal duties. Regular water assessment and maintenance are essential to keep water systems free from contamination.
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