Legionnaires' disease: a brief guide for dutyholders
INDG Series 458
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
INDG Series
Abstract
Explains the health risks associated with legionella and how to manage and control the risks. Describes what legionnaires' disease, where the bacteria can be found, what are the risks in the workplace, looks at the duties and how to identify and assess sources of risk. Briefly covers management, prevention and controlling risks and the importance of record keeping.
History
This is a web-friendly version of leaflet INDG458.
Subjects
- Air conditioning/ventilation
- Special subject areas
- Legionnaire's disease
- Building services
- Health and safety
Publisher History
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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