Legionella Control
Risk Assessments
Control programs
Training
Remedial works
Written Schemes.
Bacteria sampling
Clean and chlorination works
Descaling works.
Chemical Analysis and consultancy.
Flushing and cleaning works.
Ongoing maintenance programs.
Support packages for businesses
Since the Coronavirus outbreak resulting in Covid-19 illness the need for disinfection and cleaning systems has become more important.
We can help, please contcat us to find out more:
London and home counties: 01 494 453 977 or info@waterhs.co.uk
Water Hygiene Services - Legionella testing and legionella risk assessment
Our services cover all types of water quality assessment, testing for legionnaires disease, Legionella control, risk assessment and chemical analysis for domestic, industrial and plant remedial works, plus consultancy for water treatment and supply requirements.
We have a comprehensive range of products and services for the industrial and commercial water treatment markets, from the largest cooling tower and steam boiler to the smallest cold water storage tank. We support all water services especially with public interaction at hotels, health spas and public amenities.
Water Hygiene Systems Ltd is a small, friendly water testing, treatment and services company based in High Wycombe, Bucks with skilled professionals operating throughout the UK.
All work is carried out in accordance with our ISO: 9001 quality assurance procedures and in full compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines for controlling and minimising the risk from legionnaires disease, including the Health and Safety Commission’s, Approved Code of Practice and Guidance document (L8).
Legionnaires' disease (Legionellosis) is a serious and sometimes fatal form of pneumonia caused by the bacteria Legionella. Although not all cases of Legionnaires' disease are severe, up to ten per cent of cases can be fatal.
There are over forty strains of Legionella bacteria but only a few cause disease in humans. The strains that are most commonly associated with human disease are pneumophila and longbeachae.
What are the symptoms of Legionnaires' disease? Symptoms are usually similar to a severe 'flu' infection and include fever, headache (often severe), shortness of breath, muscle aches and pains and sometimes a dry cough.
From the time of infection with Legionella bacteria, it takes between two and 10 days for symptoms to appear. In most cases, symptoms begin after five or six days.
How do you get Legionnaires' disease? Legionella bacteria are found naturally in the environment and thrive in warm water and warm damp places. They are commonly found in bodies of water, soil and potting mix.
People usually get Legionnaires' disease by breathing in Legionella bacteria in very fine droplets of water called aerosols.
Man-made water systems sometimes provide environments that let Legionella bacteria increase to large numbers. These man-made systems include showers, spa pools, fountains, and also cooling towers associated with air conditioning and industrial cooling processes.
The evaporative units sometimes used in home air conditioning units have not been known to cause Legionnaires' disease. You cannot catch Legionnaires' disease from another person, or from drinking water contaminated by Legionella bacteria.
Who is at risk for Legionnaires' disease? Most people exposed to Legionella bacteria do not become infected. The risk of disease increases with age, especially amongst smokers. People with long term medical conditions that weaken the body's immune system (such as cancer, lung disease, diabetes, and transplant recipients) may be at increased risk of Legionnaires' disease.
How is the disease diagnosed? For people who already have symptoms of the infection, there are three main tests for diagnosing Legionnaires' disease. These are: sputum tests; blood tests (this takes 2 tests more than 4 weeks apart); and a urine test. There is no value in being tested unless you are ill.
Can it be treated? Yes, most people with Legionnaires' disease need to be treated in hospital and for some, this will be in an intensive care unit. Legionnaires' disease is treated with antibiotics and the earlier that treatment is begun, the better the outcome.
Can Legionnaires' disease be prevented? There is no vaccine currently available for the prevention of Legionnaires' disease, however, there are measures that will reduce the risk of transmission. Owners of premises that have cooling towers, public spa pools, or warm water systems (for example in hospitals) are required by law to conduct regular maintenance of this equipment to reduce the risk of Legionella contamination and spread.
Top safety accreditation for Water Hygiene Systems Ltd
Water Hygiene Systems Ltd has been awarded accreditation from safecontractor for its commitment to achieving excellence in health and safety.
Safecontractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme which recognises very high standards in health and safety management amongst UK contractors. MORE...
Water Hygiene Systems Ltd now offer solid chemicals MORE...
Steam Raising Plant
Chemical provision
Servicing Pre treatment plant including Base Exchange, Reverse Osmosis, De-Alk.
Monthly analysis of Raw water, Pretreated water, feed water boiler water and condensate return.
Steam trap repair and servicing
Closed Systems Chilled Water Low
and
Medium Temperature Hot Water
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