Legionella Awareness ½ Day

Course Title: Legionella awareness

Course Overview: On average there are approximately 200-250 reported cases of Legionnaires’ disease each year in the United Kingdom (UK). It is thought, however, that the total number of cases of the disease may be generally underestimated; infection with legionella bacteria can be fatal in approximately 12% of reported cases.

This course is intended for any managers or staff who have legal responsibilities with regards testing, monitoring or managing legionella in the workplace. It

outlines what legionella is, how it causes harm and what are our responsibilities in safeguarding against it.

Course Objectives/Learning outcomes: (By the end of the session delegates will)

• Have a better understand of what Legionella is
• Be able to explain how it can cause harm to humans
• Have a better understanding of their legal responsibilities in detecting and dealing/managing the problem

Teaching methods include:

• Power Point presentation
• Questions to and from
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Practical application if appropriate

Duration: Half Day