Professional Legionella Risk Assessment
BIOME provides Legionella risk assessment in Jordan for organisations seeking to understand and manage the risk associated with water systems.
Our assessments are structured around the specific facility, its water systems, how they are used, and the people who may be exposed.
What is a Legionella Risk Assessment?
A Legionella risk assessment is a systematic review of water systems and associated conditions that may allow Legionella bacteria to grow and spread. It considers how systems are designed, operated, maintained, and managed, then identifies where control measures may be required.
Why Risk Assessment Matters
A clear assessment helps an organisation understand its water safety risks and establish proportionate control measures. It can support responsible management, better communication, and a structured basis for monitoring and ongoing review.
What We Assess
- Water system design, use, and operation
- Storage, distribution, and points of use
- Temperature control and conditions that may support bacterial growth
- Dead legs, low-use outlets, stagnation, and other risk factors
- Existing control measures, records, and monitoring arrangements
- Roles, responsibilities, and management arrangements
Water System Review
We review the relevant water systems and their components to develop an accurate understanding of how water moves through the facility and where risk may arise. The depth of the review is matched to the scope and complexity of the service.
Risk Identification
Potential sources of risk are identified and considered in context, including system conditions, operational practices, maintenance arrangements, and susceptible or exposed populations where relevant.
Control Measures
Recommendations focus on practical measures that can help control identified risks. These may include operational, maintenance, monitoring, and management actions, depending on the assessment findings.
Monitoring and Recommendations
Where ongoing monitoring is appropriate, the assessment can provide a clear basis for defining what should be monitored, how it should be recorded, and when arrangements should be reviewed.
Reporting
Findings and recommendations are presented in a clear report designed to support decision-making and communication within the organisation.
Who Needs a Risk Assessment?
Legionella risk assessment may be relevant to any organisation responsible for water systems where people may be exposed to water aerosols. This can include:
- Hotels and resorts
- Healthcare facilities
- Commercial buildings
- Residential and mixed-use facilities
- Leisure and recreational facilities
- Other facilities with relevant water systems
Our Technical Approach
BIOME's Legionella-related work may be informed by recognised British standards and guidance where applicable to the scope of service, including:
- BS 8580-1:2019 — Water quality. Risk assessments for Legionella control. Code of practice.
- HSG 274 Part 2 — Legionnaires’ disease: Technical guidance — Part 2: The control of Legionella bacteria in hot and cold water systems.
- ACOP L8 — Legionnaires’ disease — The control of Legionella bacteria in water systems.
These references inform our technical approach where applicable. BIOME is not certified by BSI, approved by HSE, accredited by HSE, or an official representative of either organisation.