Keeping Water Systems Safe with Green Water Services

Keep your water system safe | At Green Water Services, we offer comprehensive Legionella control solutions tailored to your specific needs. From regular testing to high-risk site management, we’re here to ensure your water systems remain safe, compliant, and under control.

What Is Legionnaires’ Disease?

Legionnaires’ disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by inhaling water droplets containing Legionella bacteria. It can be fatal in up to 30% of cases and is particularly dangerous for the elderly, those with weakened immune systems, and patients in healthcare settings.

Proper water hygiene management is critical, especially in buildings like:

• Hospitals and healthcare premises
• Care homes and sheltered housing
• Schools and leisure centres
• Hotels and office buildings

When Is Legionella Testing Required?

Testing isn’t legally required for every site, but it is essential where:

• Cooling towers, spa pools, or complex systems are present
• High-risk users (e.g. patients or vulnerable adults) are on-site
• There are known issues or previous positive Legionella results
• Systems are not regularly used or flushed

For high-risk or complex premises, we recommend testing every 3 months. For low-risk properties, we recommend targeted testing when concerns exist or after system changes.

Healthcare and High-Risk Environments

Hospitals, care homes and clinics must be especially vigilant. Their systems often involve:

• Large, ageing pipework
• Unused or infrequently used outlets
• Multiple water tanks and stored supplies

We provide expert assessments and customised control plans for NHS Trusts, private clinics, and care homes throughout the UK.

How We Work

Our water hygiene specialists:

• Assess and map your systems
• Test for Legionella (where appropriate)
• Help implement robust water safety plans
• Offer ongoing monitoring and re-assessment services

We work to the highest standards, in full compliance with:

• ACOP L8 and HSG274
• HTM 04-01 for healthcare
• BS 8580-1 Legionella risk assessment standard
• Legionella Control Association service standards

Training and Support

If you prefer to manage water safety in-house, we also offer training support. Learn how to stay compliant, carry out regular checks, and understand what to do if problems arise.

Ask us about Legionella awareness and responsible person training tailored to your team.

Contact Green Water Services to discuss your site requirements and testing options, or arrange a risk assessment today.

📞 Call 01283 223 929

🌐 Visit: www.greenwaterservices.co.uk/contact