Course Duration: Approximately 4 hours
Conduct effective legionella risk assessment and implement appropriate control measures to prevent outbreaks of legionnaires’ disease. Our IIRSM-approved Legionella Risk Assessment training course explores risk management principles for controlling the spread of legionella bacteria. It also covers how to document control schemes to prove compliance.
Course content is based on the HSE-approved code of practice for legionnaires’ disease (L8) and HSG 274.
| Course Duration | Approximately 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Approval body | IIRSM |
| Format | Fully online |
| Assessment | Multiple choice |
| Certification | Same-day digital certificate |
| Certificate Valid For | 3 years |
This course contains the following modules:
The course certificate includes:
An IIRSM-approved certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete an assessment before earning their certificate.
The end-of-course test is:
A score of 80% is required to pass.
Legionnaires’ disease is a pneumonia-like condition that occurs when airborne water droplets containing legionella bacteria are inhaled. Legionella bacteria is found in most natural water sources but typically not at dangerous levels.
However, legionella bacteria present in commercial water systems is extremely hazardous. It multiplies rapidly and can easily become airborne via air conditioning units or showers. Because of this threat, all commercial water systems must be assessed for legionella risks.
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), approximately 200-250 people suffer from legionnaires’ disease in England and Wales every year. Its effects can lead to long-term health problems and even prove fatal. Anyone responsible for the health and safety of staff or water systems must be aware of their duties and the measures necessary to control legionella risks.
Our Legionella Risk Assessment Training equips responsible persons with the knowledge and skills to identify potential legionella sources, assess risks and implement control measures to prevent exposure.
This five-module Legionella Risk Assessment course gives duty holders an in-depth understanding of legionella and legionnaires’ disease risks. It explores how the bacteria spreads and what must be done to control it.
This Legionella Risk Assessment Course explains how to identify and control the risk of legionella bacteria in water systems.
Anyone responsible for managing water systems in buildings or facilities, including landlords, property managers, facility managers and health and safety professionals, should take our Legionella Risk Assessment Course.
Yes. You can complete our Legionella Risk Assessment Training online. All modules and assessments are entirely online, letting you learn how to conduct risk assessments and effectively manage legionella risks from anywhere with internet access.
A responsible person must assess the risk of legionella bacteria in their water system, implement control measures to prevent exposure and ensure compliance with regulations.
Regulations governing legionella risk assessment and training include the:
The HSE’s Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) L8 provides guidance on complying with these regulations.
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002 require employers, landlords and those in control of premises to assess and control the risk of exposure to Legionella bacteria. Proper training equips these individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfil their duties per legal requirements and best practices.
There are no specific requirements to become a legionella risk assessor. Building owners, managers, landlords, letting agents or maintenance staff can all conduct their own assessments provided they are competent. Competence requires knowledge, experience and training in water systems, legionella management and risk assessment. This course develops the necessary understanding of legionella risk management.
The course has five modules and takes around three hours to complete. It’s not necessary to complete the course in one sitting. You can break it up and complete each module at your own pace.
Certificates are valid for three years. After this, it’s necessary to retake the training to renew your certification and refresh your knowledge.
This Legionella Risk Assessment Course is priced at £150.00 +VAT for individual users. Discounts are available for bulk purchases.
Absolutely. You can explore the e-learning platform, get course previews and see how easy online training can be. Speak to one of our sales team or click here to arrange your free trial of our Legionella Risk Assessment Training course.
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