Legionella Risk Assessments – L8 Compliant Surveys & Reports
Protect Your Water Systems & Stay Compliant
- Regular reviews & auditing of your water system
- Ongoing water hygiene management
- Compliant to relevant WRAS water regulations
Let us help protect your employees and the public from exposure to Legionnaires' disease.
Accurate and compliant Legionella risk assessments
Legionella bacteria pose a serious health risk, especially in workplaces, rental properties, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings. Our L8-compliant Legionella risk assessments help you meet legal requirements while ensuring the safety of employees, tenants, and customers.
Controlling the risk presented by Legionella, and other water-borne bacteria. It is a legal requirement to have a Legionella risk assessment of all water systems located within a site. The system must be maintained by a regular process of review and auditing as part of an ongoing water hygiene management regime. At H2O Comply, our assessors ensure to follow all relevant WRAS water regulations. In order to control the risks presented from Legionella, and other water-borne bacteria.
The Approved Code of Practice L8 states a Legionella risk assessment must be carried out on all systems identified as potential Legionellosis risks.
A Legionella risk assessment is a legal requirement for businesses and landlords under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP) L8. This assessment identifies potential Legionella risks in your water systems and outlines the necessary control measures to mitigate them.
Why Choose H2O Comply for Your Legionella Risk Assessment?
- L8 & HSG274 Compliant Reports – Ensuring full compliance with UK health & safety regulations.
- Experienced & Qualified Assessors – Certified specialists with extensive industry knowledge.
- Tailored Action Plan – Practical, easy-to-follow recommendations for controlling Legionella risks.
- Covering Kent, London, South East, Essex, Surrey and beyond
- Ongoing Support & Monitoring – Helping you stay compliant beyond the initial assessment.
Who Needs a Legionella Risk Assessment?
By law, all commercial properties, landlords, and businesses must carry out a Legionella risk assessment if they have a water system. This includes:
🏢 Offices & Commercial Buildings – Protect staff and visitors from Legionella contamination.
🏠 Landlords & Rental Properties – Ensure compliance with UK landlord responsibilities.
🏥 Healthcare Facilities – Protect vulnerable individuals in hospitals, care homes, and clinics.
🏭 Factories & Industrial Sites – Maintain safe water hygiene in large-scale operations.
🎓 Schools & Educational Facilities – Safeguard students and staff with proper water management.
Who Needs a Legionella Risk Assessment?
Our comprehensive assessment covers:
✔ Site Inspection – Identifying potential Legionella risk factors in your water systems.
✔ Water Temperature Checks – Ensuring hot and cold water systems meet safety standards.
✔ Legionella Sampling (if required) – Testing water samples for Legionella bacteria.
✔ Detailed Risk Report – A fully compliant L8 report with actionable recommendations.
✔ Control Measures & Action Plan – Tailored guidance on preventing Legionella growth.
Non-compliance can result in heavy fines or legal action. Our expert team ensures your business remains compliant, reducing risks and liabilities.
Legionella Compliance & UK Regulations
The following regulations outline your legal duty to assess and control Legionella risks:
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002
Approved Code of Practice (ACoP) L8 & HSG274
Legionella Risk Assessment Reviews
Site inspections and visits provide an ideal opportunity to update the risk assessment and ongoing accuracy of the written document, accounting for changes you have made. The written scheme and control measures are constantly reviewed and discussed with the client ensuring that they remain efficient and cost effective.
- Approved Code of Practice L8 – The control of Legionella bacteria in water systems
- Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 (WRAS)
- BS8580 – Water Quality – Risk assessments for Legionella control – Code of practice
- Care Quality Commission – Essential standards of quality and safety – March 2010 (Outcome 10)
- The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- BS7592 – Sampling for Legionella Bacteria in Water Systems – 2008
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
How Often Should You Get a Legionella Risk Assessment?
- Every 2 years (recommended) or whenever there are significant changes to your water systems.
- Landlords – Required when a new tenant moves in.
- Businesses – Regular reviews to ensure compliance with HSG274 Part 2.
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Legionella risk assessment?
Protect your property and occupants from Legionella risks with our expert risk assessments.
H2O Comply will provide fully compliant, site specific Legionella risk assessment reports of your water system. Our specialists will conduct a thorough survey of the water system and water distribution services within the property and report back to you.
- Thorough survey provided
- In line with statutory guidelines
- Experienced Legionella consultants
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At H2O Comply, we understand the importance of water hygiene and preventing Legionella from contaminating your water tanks. Below we’ve answered some Legionella FAQs to offer some guidance, and protect your health.
H2O Comply proudly serves all those in the South East of Kent, London, Essex, Surrey, Sussex, and Hampshire. Contact us today to get help with your water hygiene needs.
Yes, H2O Comply is fully UKAS Accredited. So you can rely on our team to deliver a high-quality service.
We produce a concise, detailed report which will comprehensively cover the following
- Understanding Legionella Legionnaire’s Disease, and associated risks and legislation
- Full site specific assessment and observations of your water system
- Description of the water services within the premises including condition, supply, storage and hot water supplies (e.g. calorifiers or boilers), including schematics
- All outlets within the property and temperature readings carried out
- A survey for dead legs either by installation or by limited usage
- Inspection of materials and fittings for compliance with the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 compliance (WRAS)
- Site photographs
- A complete water asset register for the property
- Water samples from both hot and cold water systems
- Executive summary outlining recommendations to alleviate any potential risks identified.
Why You Need a Legionella Testing Company
If you own or operate a business that uses water, then you need to make sure that you are in compliance with the latest Legionella
What You Need to Know About Legionella
Ensuring your water system is clean and hygienic is extremely important – failing to do so can result in harmful bacteria that cause infections and
What to Expect from Legionella Risk Assessments
Legionella bacteria pose a serious health risk, particularly in water systems where conditions allow them to thrive. Legionella risk assessments are a crucial step in
