A patient, one of 16 in Stoke-On-Trent to have contracted Legionnaires’ disease, has died. Though the direct cause is as yet unknown, one thing that is clear is that the number of confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease is on the increase since the outbreak emerged.
If legionella pneumophilia, the bacterium that can be found in natural and purpose-built water systems is left in suitable conditions it will grow, increasing the risk of Legionnaires’ disease.
These conditions include:
- Water temperature between 20–45 °C, which is suitable for growth
- Creating and spreading breathable droplets of water, e.g. aerosol created by a cooling tower, or water outlets
- Stored and/or re-circulated water
- A source of nutrients for the organism e.g. presence of sludge, scale or fouling
(HSE, www.hse.gov.uk/legionnaires)
As a specialist in L8 and Water Regulations, we can provide the expertise to ensure that your water storage meets requirement. From bolt testing to dead leg removals and tank lining to entire replacements, we have the experience to ensure that the risk on site is minimised.
Do you need advice on your water storage? We can help. Contact sales@ecex.co.uk or call 01635 244 100 to arrange a free survey.
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