What happens after a Legionella Risk Assessment? | Your next steps towards compliance, safety and peace of mind with Green Water Services
Find out what happens after a Legionella risk assessment. Green Water Services outlines your legal duties and the steps needed to keep your water systems safe and compliant.
Once you’ve taken the essential step to conduct a Legionella risk assessment, it’s crucial to understand what happens next. At Green Water Services, we don’t just assess your risk; we provide the expert support and practical solutions you need to ensure your water systems remain safe, compliant and well-maintained.
Meeting Your Legal Responsibilities
Under UK law, every business or property with a water system is required to take steps to manage Legionella risks. This includes complying with:
- ACoP L8: The Control of Legionella Bacteria in Water Systems
- *The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- HSG274 Parts 1–3: Technical guidance for different water systems
As the duty holder; whether you’re a business owner, landlord, property manager, or responsible person; you’re legally required to act on the findings of your Legionella and Water Hygiene Risk Assessment.
After the Risk Assessment: What Green Water Services Does Next
1. Delivery of the Legionella Risk Assessment Report
Once we’ve completed your assessment, you’ll receive a detailed, easy-to-follow report outlining:
- Identified risks across your water systems
- Recommendations for corrective action
- A summary of compliance status
- A prioritised action plan
We guide you through each section to ensure you’re clear on what needs to be done.
2. Tailored Control Scheme Development
We create a bespoke water hygiene control plan based on your specific systems and risks. This may include:
- Regular temperature monitoring
- Scheduled flushing of infrequently used outlets
- Tank inspections and cleaning
- Descaling and disinfection procedures
- Removal or modification of dead legs and redundant pipework
All measures are designed to prevent Legionella growth and keep your systems safe and healthy.
3. Assigning the ‘Responsible Person’
As part of compliance, a competent ‘Responsible Person’ must be designated. If you don’t have one in-house, Green Water Services can provide external support or help train your nominated person through our Legionella Awareness Training.
4. Implementation of Remedial Actions
If any immediate risks were identified during the Legionella risk assessment, we’ll carry out or coordinate the necessary remedial work. This might include:
- Pipework alterations
- System disinfection
- Installation of monitoring equipment
- Upgrades to storage tanks or hot water systems
We ensure that all work is carried out to the highest standards of safety and compliance with regulations.
5. Ongoing Monitoring and Support
Our relationship doesn’t end with the assessment. We offer scheduled support to maintain compliance, including:
- Routine system checks
- Water sampling and testing
- Compliance audits and documentation reviews
- Temperature logbook reviews and updates
We also set reminders for your following required Legionella risk assessment, usually every two years or sooner if significant changes occur in your system.
Why Post-Assessment Action Matters
Ignoring the outcomes of a Legionella risk assessment is not only a legal risk, it could endanger lives. Acting on our recommendations shows due diligence, helps prevent Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks, and protects your business reputation.
Sectors We Support
We help duty holders across all types of premises, including:
- Offices and commercial buildings
- Industrial and warehouse sites
- Gyms, leisure centres and spas
- Retail units
- Hospitality and hotels
- Residential and student accommodation
Wherever there’s a water system, there’s a potential risk; and we’re here to manage it.
Protect Your People, Property and Peace of Mind
At Green Water Services, we don’t just conduct Legionella risk assessments; we help you act on them. From risk identification to compliance management, we deliver complete water hygiene solutions tailored to your needs.
Contact us today to discuss your post-assessment action plan or to arrange support for monitoring, training or remedial work.
