This section is of particular interest for those seeking additional background information about legionella and building services.

Over the coming months new articles will be added, so please revisit often.

Disclaimer
Please note articles are for general interest and research purposes only and do not purport to give professional advice. Articles should not be considered as training material or used for any other purpose.

General

• An introduction to legionella
• Primary infection chain
• Legionella hot spots
• Legionella control - the next five years
• The good, the bad and the cover ups
• Glossary of terms

Domestic Water Systems

• Pipes and fittings - design scrutiny
• Central water systems - design scrutiny
• Dead legs - design scrutiny
• Retrograde contamination – when a dead leg becomes a blind end
• Shower drain down valves – learning from mistakes
• Flushing conventional showers – lessons learned
• Automatic self-purging showers – modern designs
• Cold water storage tanks – modern designs
• Heating water - modern designs
• Installation and commissioning – lessons learned
• Disinfection - lesson learned

Cooling Water Systems

Other Risk Systems

• Car / lorry washers
• Food misters
• Wet air scrubbers
• Emergency drench showers
• Indoor fountains / water features
• Fire sprinkler and hose systems
• Dental systems