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What is a Laboratory Submission Sheet?
Chapter 5: What is a Laboratory Submission Sheet? So far, so good … Sterile Bottles received. Sample locations identified. Sample bottle filled; caps screwed on tight. The project is almost complete, you just need to get the bottles to the laboratory! Luckily,...
How Do You Take a Legionella Water Sample?
It’s so easy! The first step to the Legionella water sample testing process is to fill the bottle to the top and ensure the lid is screwed on tight. (The water sample should be collected immediately the tap is turned on without letting any water run to waste) Normally...
Where Do You Take Legionella Water Samples?
In an ideal world this would be such an easy question to answer, why? Every property in the UK should have a legionella sample testing and risk assessment on its water services. This report highlights the risks and puts forward recommendations to control them. A...
Types of Legionella Testing
The Traditional Method When it comes to different types of Legionella testing, this long-established method of culturing the bacteria remains the ‘gold standard’ of analysis. Since it detects all species of the legionella family, additional tests can determine whether...
Everything You Need to Know About Legionella Testing
Water systems can harbour hidden dangers, and Legionella bacteria are amongst the most serious. Left unchecked, they pose a significant health risk, particularly in workplaces, healthcare settings, and public buildings. But what is Legionella testing, and why is it...
Welcome to the Ultimate Guide to Legionella Testing
This series will provide the knowledge to give you the confidence to collect your own legionella water samples. It's a really simple process that can be completed in a few minutes. Better still, it will save you time and money. After you’ve successfully completed...
Risk Assessment for Legionella – A Must in New York City
In 2015, New York City earned the unenviable distinction of recording the worst Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in the state’s history. After the dust settled, a total of 16 deaths and 133 infections were recorded, prompting state and city officia…
World’s First Ice Bath Pub
Now, cycling enthusiasts can soothe their tired muscles while enjoying an ice-cold refreshment to rejuvenate their tired legs and body by taking a dip at the Amstel Cold Tub Pub.
Coinciding with the Prudential Ride London event held annually in London…
AquaCert becomes Care Home Award Finalist
As the established benchmark for excellence and innovation in UK’s care home management, operation, and delivery of service, the 2017 Care Home Awards saw many distinguished firms and companies take home coveted awards.
Guests to the 2017 Care H…
Legionella Testing To Keep Your Hotel Guests Safe & Healthy
Nine visitors who stayed at a Memphis hotel between May 15 and June 26 have contracted Legionnaires’ disease, as of July, 2017. The Graceland Guest House is a hotel located right next to Elvis Presley’s home. It opened in March 2017, just a…