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The risk of legionella in education facilities and how to conduct appropriate water management

Without implementing water management processes to maintain water safety, educational establishments such as schools, colleges, and universities run a significant risk of exposing staff and students to legionella bacteria. Legionella bacteria is a form of waterborne bacteria that can lead to Legionnaires’ disease, a form of pneumonia that can have fatal consequences for those with …

The importance of testing for legionella bacteria

Routine testing of your water systems for legionella bacteria is crucial for safeguarding the health and well-being of the occupants on your premises.  What is legionella bacteria?  Legionella is a form of water-borne bacteria. It is usually found in freshwater environments such as ponds, rivers and other natural water sources. However, the bacteria can become …