LEGIONELLA CONTROL
Water hygiene is not optional, it is critical to safeguarding health, maintaining compliance and ensuring engineered water systems operate safely. While water is essential to everyday life and industry, it can also harbour harmful bacteria and contaminants if not properly controlled. Poor microbiological management can lead to serious health risks, system failures and legal consequences.
At Lubron, we help organisations mitigate these risks through professional, reliable and fully compliant water hygiene services across the UK.
WHY WATER HYGIENE MATTERS
Effective water hygiene focuses on microbiological control, preventing the growth and spread of harmful organisms such as Legionella within engineered water systems.
Any system that stores, distributes or aerosolises water can present risk if not properly managed, including:
- Storage tanks
- Hot and cold water systems
- Cooling towers
- Spa pools
- Air handling units
- Vehicle wash systems
- Showers and spray systems
Regular risk assessment, monitoring and proactive maintenance are essential to ensure systems remain safe and compliant.
LEGIONELLA RISK ASSESSMENT
A Legionella risk assessment is the first and most important step in preventing Legionnaires’ disease, a severe and potentially fatal form of pneumonia. Legionella bacteria can multiply rapidly in purpose-built water systems if conditions allow. Prevention is therefore critical.
Lubron provides professional Legionella risk assessments in line with:
- ACOP L8 guidance
- HSG274
- British Standard BS 8580-1
Our reports are clear, practical and easy to follow, including:
- Formal risk assessment
- Photographic evidence
- Asset registers and schematics
- Prioritised recommendations
- Executive summary for management
We also provide a full review meeting to guide you through actions and next steps. Nationwide coverage is delivered by our experienced, in-house specialists.
WATER TANK CLEANING & DISINFECTION
A Legionella risk assessment is the first and most important step in preventing Legionnaires’ disinfection and cleaning, this can compromise water quality and increase microbiological risk.
Our professional tank cleaning services help:
- Prevent bacterial growth
- Protect water quality
- Reduce system deterioration
- Extend equipment lifespan
- Maintain compliance
We clean and disinfect:
- Cold Water Storage Tanks (CWST)
- Potable water tanks
- Mains pipework
- Cooling towers
- Process and wash systems
All works are carried out in accordance with HSG274 guidance using appropriate, carefully selected disinfection methods. Regular inspection and proactive cleaning are key to preventing contamination and protecting those who rely on the water supply.
WATER SAMPLING & TESTING
At Lubron, we’ve been carrying out water sampling and testing for over 20 years, giving us a huge amount of experience in our field. Our fully trained staff can carry out a range of tests to identify potential contaminants and ensure the quality and safety of your water supply. We work with a nationwide network of UKAS-accredited laboratories and use state-of-the-art water sampling equipment to achieve fast, accurate results.
Testing services include:
- Drinking water analysis
- Legionella testing
- Cooling system analysis
- General bacteria monitoring
- Healthcare system testing
- Closed system monitoring
Regular testing allows early intervention, helping you avoid escalation, downtime and compliance issues.
Complete Water Hygiene Support
Our water hygiene services are designed to give organisations peace of mind. From initial risk assessment through to monitoring, cleaning, treatment and remedial works, we provide a fully integrated solution.
We support:
- Commercial premises
- Healthcare facilities
- Industrial sites
- Hotels and leisure
- Local authorities
- Retail and public buildings