Legionella for Project Managers

Equip your project managers with knowledge and skills to minimise legionella exposure risks. This Legionella for Project Managers training course provides managers with an understanding of what this hazard is and their legal duty to prevent it from harming those that might be affected. This IIRSM-approved course aligns with the guidance contained in ACOP L8 and HSG 274.

The Course Includes:

Comprehensive yet concise explanation

Certificate on completion

Simple login & user access

The latest industry best practice

Learning Outcomes:

Identify what legionella is and the risks it poses

Learn how legionella spreads and travels through the air

Recognise the symptoms and methods of diagnosis

Explore strategies to control and reduce risks

Identify who is susceptible to legionella exposure

Understand legislation related to legionella management

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Legionella for Project Managers

£75.00 +VAT

Courses Price per Course
1 - 10 £75.00
11 - 20 £70.00
21 - 50 £62.50

About This Legionella for Project Managers Course

This course is designed for project managers in construction, facilities management and building maintenance who are responsible for ensuring safety and compliance throughout the project. It covers essential topics such as the health risks posed by Legionella, how the bacteria spreads and effective methods to control it.

Additionally, the course provides a comprehensive overview of the legislation associated with legionella, detailing legal responsibilities and the consequences of failing to adhere to these regulations.

Why Is This Course Important?

Legionella bacteria are naturally present in soil and water, where they are usually harmless. However, when they enter man-made water systems—such as cooling towers, whirlpool spas and drinking or bathing water—they may find ideal conditions for rapid growth. In these environments, legionella can quickly become a serious health hazard, leading to illnesses like Legionnaires’ disease, a severe type of pneumonia, and Pontiac fever, a milder flu-like condition.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Legionnaires’ disease can be fatal, with mortality rates as high as 40 to 80% in immune-suppressed patients. According to the latest data, there were 285 confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease in the UK, according to Public Health England.

Given the severity of these risks, it is crucial for project managers to manage the risks and prevent outbreaks.

This course equips project managers with the knowledge needed to identify potential sources of legionella, understand how it spreads and implement control measures to prevent outbreaks. Taking this course also helps them understand relevant legislation and legal responsibilities to ensure that the projects are completed safely and in compliance with regulations.

Are You Aware of Your Responsibilities?

As an employer or someone in charge of premises, you are responsible for the health and safety of workers and the public. To fulfil your duties, you must:

  • Conduct risk assessments to identify potential legionella hazards
  • Prevent or control any risks
  • Keep and maintain records
  • Carry out any other duties you may have

Key legislation outlining these responsibilities includes:

  • Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
  • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
  • Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
  • Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999
  • Approved Code of Practice: Legionnaires’ disease: The control of Legionella bacteria in water systems (L8)

Understanding and adhering to these regulations is essential for preventing legionella outbreaks, ensuring the safety of all building occupants and avoiding legal repercussions.

By enrolling your project managers in this course, you can protect your organisation from legal actions and ensure a healthy environment for everyone.

Course Outline

Two Modules

Approximately 1 hour

This course contains the following modules:

Provides an overview of Legionella disease, covering its health risks, symptoms, methods of transmission and risk control measures.

  • Legionella Health Risks
  • Symptoms & Diagnosis
  • Who is Susceptible
  • How the Disease Spreads
  • How Legionella Reproduces
  • How Legionella Travels Through Air
  • Controlling the Risk

Covers the relevant legislation and guidance for managing legionella risks, along with roles and responsibilities in prevention.

  • Introduction to UK Legislation
  • Legionella Guidance
  • Roles & Responsibilities
  • Legionella Outbreaks
  • Prosecution Case Studies

Why Choose Legionella Training for Project Managers with Human Focus?

Study anytime & in bite-size sessions

More affordable than traditional in-person training

Discounts on volume purchases

Excellent trainee support

Helps minimise legionella exposure risks

Educates project managers on their roles and responsibilities

Supports compliance with relevant legislation

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Legionella for Project Managers Certification

Legionella for Project Managers Certification

Course Assessment

Users must complete an assessment before earning their certification.

The end-of-course test is:

  • 100% online
  •  Multiple choice

A score of 80% is required to pass.

What does my certificate include?

The training includes the trainee’s name, company name, course name, date of completion, expiry date and name of the approval body.

An IIRSM-approved certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.

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Give us a call on 01737 647 882 or Email us at enquiries@humanfocus.co.uk

Our experts are on hand to assist either via email or phone. They are available Monday to Friday 9 am – 5.30 pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is ideal for project managers in construction, facilities management and building maintenance. It can also benefit building owners, health and safety officers, maintenance supervisors and compliance managers responsible for managing legionella risks.

This course offers an intermediate level of training and is designed specifically for project managers. It provides valuable insights into legionella and its associated health risks, along with practical guidance on risk control strategies and legal compliance.

For more advanced training, including in-depth coverage of hot and cold water systems and advanced legionella risk management techniques, consider enrolling in our Legionella Awareness Plus course.

All Human Focus courses are accredited or approved by an independent health and safety body to guarantee quality and accuracy. This course is approved by IIRSM (the International Institute of Risk & Safety Management).

Yes. After completing this course, you’ll receive an IIRSM-approved certificate.