by Alex Wheal | Jun 16, 2025 | News, What harm does it do to us?
Quick Summary A positive Legionella test result requires immediate isolation of aerosol-generating outlets such as showers to prevent airborne transmission. If showers must remain operational, facility managers must install point-of-use Legionella filters to remove...
by Alex Wheal | Jun 10, 2025 | News, What harm does it do to us?
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,...
by News | Apr 14, 2025 | News
Quick Summary To take a Legionella water sample, collect the water immediately upon turning on the outlet without allowing any liquid to run to waste. Fill a sterile one-litre bottle containing sodium thiosulphate completely to the brim. Secure the cap tightly and...
by News | Apr 10, 2025 | News
Quick Summary Legionella water samples are taken from the water source, distribution sentinel points, and high-risk aerosol outlets. Source samples come directly from water heater drain valves or dedicated pipework sampling points. Distribution samples are taken from...
by News | Apr 9, 2025 | News
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...
by News | Apr 7, 2025 | News
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...
