1. Introduction to Legionella
o Overview of Legionella bacteria and Legionnaires’ disease
o Sources and transmission of Legionella
o Who is at risk of infection
2. Legionella Risk Assessment
o Identifying water systems at risk
o Hazard identification and risk assessment
o Control measures and implementation
o Monitoring and evaluation
3. Legionella Management Strategies
o Water system design and maintenance
o Water temperature control
o Cleaning and disinfection
o Microbiological monitoring
o Record-keeping and communication
4. Regulatory Requirements and Standards
o Regulatory requirements and guidance
o Industry standards and best practices
o Legal obligations and liability
5. Emergency Response Planning
o Developing an emergency response plan
o Crisis management and communication
o Incident investigation and reporting
6. Case Studies and Practical Exercises
o Real-life case studies and examples
o Practical exercises to reinforce learning
o Discussion and feedback sessions
Objectives:
o Understand the basics of Legionella bacteria and Legionnaires’ disease
o Learn how to conduct a Legionella risk assessment
o Understand the control measures required to manage the risk of Legionella
o Learn about water system design and maintenance to prevent Legionella contamination
o Understand the regulatory requirements and industry standards related to Legionella management
o Develop an emergency response plan for Legionella incidents
o Practice through case studies and practical exercises
Benefits:
o Enhance the knowledge and skills of participants in Legionella risk assessment and management
o Reduce the risk of Legionella contamination in water systems
o Comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards
o Improve the safety and health of workers and the public
o Increase awareness of Legionnaires’ disease and prevention measures
o Enhance the reputation and credibility of organizations
Training Methodology:
o Interactive lectures and discussions
o Case studies and group exercises
o Hands-on practical exercises
o Q&A sessions and feedback
Who Should Attend:
o Water treatment professionals
o Facilities and building managers
o Safety and health professionals
o Environmental health officers
o Engineers and technicians
o Public health officials
o Consultants and auditors
Exam and Certification:
o A written exam will be administered at the end of the course to assess participants’ understanding and knowledge of Legionella risk assessment and management.
o A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who pass the exam with a minimum score of 70%.
Training Experts:
o Our Legionella Risk Assessment, Prevention and Mitigation Training Course is designed and delivered by highly qualified trainers who have extensive experience in the field of water safety and Legionella control. Our trainers have expertise in assessing and managing Legionella risks in a variety of settings, including hospitals, hotels, manufacturing facilities, and other public and private buildings.
o They have comprehensive knowledge of the latest regulatory requirements and industry standards related to Legionella prevention and control. They are skilled at providing practical guidance on risk assessments, control measures, and emergency response planning.
