PHX Water Ensures Safe & Compliant Water Systems
We deliver thorough Legionella risk assessments tailored to your business’s water system, identifying potential risks and implementing preventative measures.
With PHX Water’s expert guidance, you can trust your water remains safe, legal, and risk-free.
Risk Assessments, What's Included
We provide thorough risk assessments tailored to both commercial properties and domestic landlords, ensuring compliance and safety in water systems. Our assessments identify potential risks, recommend control measures, and provide all necessary documentation to help you maintain a safe and compliant water system.
- Detailed Risk Assessment Report – Identifies hazards and recommends mitigation strategies.
- Control Scheme – Outlines necessary measures to control Legionella risks.
- Written Scheme – A formal document detailing how water systems are managed safely.
- Schematic Drawings – Clear visual representation of your water system.
- Flushing Documentation – Ensuring proper maintenance of lesser-used outlets.
- Water Monitoring Documentation – Keeps track of ongoing compliance and safety.
- Flexible Document Formats – Provided in multiple formats for easy reference and future use.
Ensuring Compliance and Safety
PHX Water provides expert risk assessments, delivering a comprehensive audit of your water systems to identify hazards, mitigate risks, and keep you fully compliant.
Legionella risk assessments are a crucial step in preventing outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease. Identifying areas where Legionella bacteria could develop allows businesses to take proactive measures, ensuring water systems remain safe and within regulatory requirements. PHX Water’s expert assessments provide detailed reports, control recommendations, and ongoing compliance support to protect public health and business operations.
Comprehensive Risk Management
We provide thorough risk assessments tailored to both commercial properties and domestic landlords, ensuring compliance and safety in water systems. Our assessments identify potential risks, recommend control measures, and provide all necessary documentation to help you maintain a safe and compliant water system.
Legionella and The Law
Legionella bacteria thrive in water systems that are not properly maintained, posing serious health risks and legal consequences for businesses. A Legionella risk assessment is a legal requirement for commercial properties, ensuring compliance with HSG 274, HSE’s Approved Code of Practice (ACoP L8) and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, safeguarding staff, customers, and operations.
Explore More In Legionella Control
PHX Water covers every aspect of Legionella prevention and control, ensuring your water systems remain safe and compliant. From Legionella risk assessments and routine servicing to water tank cleaning, testing, and ongoing monitoring, we provide a complete service to help you meet regulations and maintain water quality.
FAQs
What is a Legionella risk assessment, and why do I need one?
A Legionella risk assessment is a legal requirement for businesses and landlords to identify potential risks associated with Legionella bacteria in water systems. It helps ensure compliance with HSG 274, ACoP L8, and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, protecting public health and preventing Legionnaires’ disease.
What does a Legionella risk assessment include?
Our comprehensive assessments cover:
- A detailed risk assessment report with hazard identification and mitigation strategies
- A control scheme outlining necessary risk management measures
- A written scheme for safe water system management
- Schematic drawings for system clarity
- Flushing and water monitoring documentation
- Ongoing compliance support to ensure your business remains legally compliant
How often should a Legionella risk assessment be conducted?
Legionella risk assessments should be reviewed regularly, at least every two years or sooner if there are significant changes to the water system, building use, or management responsibilities. Regular monitoring and maintenance are essential for compliance and safety.
What industries and properties require Legionella risk assessments?
Any property with a water system is at risk. This includes:
- Commercial buildings
- Domestic rental properties (landlords have legal responsibilities)
- Healthcare and care homes
- Industrial facilities, including oil & gas industries
- Hotels, leisure facilities, and offices
- Schools, universities, and public buildings
What happens if my business does not comply with Legionella regulations?
Failure to comply with Legionella control regulations can result in severe legal consequences, including fines, legal action, and reputational damage. More importantly, it puts public health at risk. PHX Water helps businesses stay compliant, ensuring water safety and legal protection.
