Though fire tends to be the most ‘high-profile’ risk when it comes to health and safety, there are other important things to consider when managing the safety of your block; such as Asbestos and Legionella. Legionella in particular is often considered a low risk, low priority issue. However, it would be Read more…
If you are responsible for the Health and Safety of a building, you need to be aware of the potential risk of Legionella and subsequently Legionnaire’s Disease. If your property has communal water systems which serve more than one property then you will need to determine if there is a Read more…
The law is clear that if you are a Landlord or Property Manager you will need to ensure that the properties you manage are safe and free from health hazards (HSE). Duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HASWA) extend to risks from Legionella bacteria and Read more…
While the nation is on lockdown it is important to be aware of the growing concern of water systems being left un-assessed, un-monitored, or un-flushed for a long period of time. Any building with communal water systems are at risk of Legionella bacteria developing and potentially causing the deadly Legionnaire’s Read more…
Health and Safety Considerations for Student Accommodation In recent years, a University education has become more popular than ever and there are a growing number of students who demand high quality accommodation. Living in a large modern building, particularly in a city centre, is usually very appealing for Read more…
Did you know, Legionella was discovered after an outbreak in 1976 among people who went to a Philadelphia convention of the American Legion? Those who were affected suffered from a type of pneumonia that eventually became known as Legionnaire’s disease. Although it originates from natural sources, Legionnaire’s Read more…