| What is Legionella? | |
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Legionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia. It was named after an outbreak of severe pneumonia which affected a meeting of the American Legion in 1976. It is an uncommon but serious disease. |
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| Systems likely to present the greatest risk | |
Evaporative condensers |
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| Useful Links | |
| Legionnaires Disease: The control of legionella bacteria in water systems. Approved code of practice and guidance. L8, Health and Safety Executive, 2000. ISBN 0717617726. Available from HSEBooks | |
| Your requirements under Health & Safety Law | |
Useful Documents |
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Legionnaire's disease - essential information for providers of residential accommodation |
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Legionnaires Disease - A guide for Employers |
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