Legionella bacteria in hot and cold water systems
Synopsis
Purpose
Upon completion of this training, delegates will have the knowledge and ability to manage the legionella risks in their building’s hot and cold water systems, and other risk systems. The course looks at the current regulatory framework of the country where it has to be implemented and also looks at the industry standards. They will have an understanding of the process to carry out and review their legionella risk assessments. Develop a water safety plan to implement control strategies to remove, maintain, monitor, record, and conduct audits.
Content
Classroom-based training utilising PowerPoint, discussions, and case studies will provide delegates with an understanding the of importance to manage temperature, corrosion, scale, biofouling, and bacteria in hot and cold water, other risk systems, and evaporative cooling systems. The course will also cover the importance of a water sampling plan and methods for collection, analysing the results, and implementing a plan of action.
Target group
This course is in English and is ideal for managers, supervisors, and engineers who require knowledge of how to prevent and control legionella bacteria in the hot and cold water systems they are responsible for.
Course duration
4 days
Topics in this course
- History of legionella
- Legionellosis – Legionnaires disease
- Overview and requirements based on laws and regulations of the country where it has to be implemented
- Water Systems
- Overview of the requirements of a legionella Risk assessment
- Appreciation of Cooling towers
- Principles of Water Treatment
- Water Sampling
- Water Safety Plan
- Monitoring
- Record Keeping
- Competency framework
Type of exam
Multiple choice test
Certificate
Certificate of competence on the passing test to assist in building their personal competency framework.