Cooling Towers and Evaporative Condensers: Legionella Control
Cooling towers and evaporative condensers are among the higher-risk water systems for Legionella, because they spray water into the air and can carry droplets some distance. If your building has one, it needs specialist attention: a clear risk assessment, a written scheme, regular treatment and monitoring, and competent people looking after it. This guide explains […]
Chemical and Cleaning Product Storage: Fire Safety Checklist
Cleaning products, solvents, paints, aerosols and other chemicals are among the most common ways a small fire becomes a big one in a workplace. The fix is rarely complicated: store less, store it in the right place, keep it away from ignition sources and from your escape routes, and make sure staff know what they […]
Water Softeners and Filters: Legionella Risks and Good Practice
Water softeners and filters can protect your plant and improve water quality, but they can also create new places for Legionella and other bacteria to grow if they are not looked after. The main risks are stored water, slow flow and warm temperatures, and the fact that these units are often installed and then forgotten. […]