Legionella
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Legionella

Access Health and Safety
Updated May 19, 2025

What you'll learn

  • Explain what Legionella is
  • Identify the main areas in your workplace at risk
  • Understand what is required when carrying out a risk assessment
  • Respond promptly and effectively to prevent and control Legionella.
Course Description

Legionella is a potentially fatal disease that is contracted by breathing in water droplets infected with Legionella bacteria. Any water system, with the right environmental conditions, could be a source for a Legionella bacteria growth. This course will help you to identify the risks and learn prevention and control measures. This course will benefit staff who work in environments where a water system, susceptible
to Legionella, is present.