Water Hygiene Services: Prevent Legionella and Protect Your Water Systems
Legionnaires’ disease remains a real threat for UK businesses managing water systems. In 2023, there were 604 confirmed cases – many linked to poor water hygiene or maintenance failings.
But Legionella is just one of several risks. If your water system isn’t professionally monitored and managed, it can expose your organisation to serious health hazards, legal responsibilities, and costly disruption.
Key takeaway: Regular water hygiene services are essential—not just to meet legal obligations, but to protect your people, operations, and bottom line.
Why Water Hygiene Is Business-Critical
Modern facilities are not immune to waterborne threats. In fact, complex systems and infrequently used outlets often increase risk.
Without a robust hygiene plan, water systems can develop issues such as:
- Bacterial growth from stagnant water or inadequate flushing
- Scale and sediment buildup in tanks and pipes
- Inconsistent temperatures that encourage microbial activity
- Undetected plumbing faults such as dead legs or faulty valves
It’s About More Than Just Legionella
While Legionella often makes headlines, the real issue is broader: overall water safety. Unmanaged systems can impact staff, residents, and visitors in environments like:
- Offices and commercial premises
- Hotels, leisure centres, and spas
- Healthcare facilities and care homes
- Schools, universities, and government buildings
- Factories, warehouses, and manufacturing plants
- Residential developments and property portfolios
If your site has cold-water storage tanks, showers, cooling towers, or anything producing aerosols—you need regular monitoring, cleaning, and documentation in place.
Who Needs Water Hygiene Services?
If you operate any of the following, UK law expects you to manage your water risks:
- Any commercial premises with water systems
- Public buildings with showers, fountains, or cooling systems
- Healthcare or educational settings with vulnerable occupants
- Any site where water can become stagnant or aerosolised
If your site has water tanks, showers, cooling towers, or any system that can generate aerosols, you need regular risk assessments and ongoing hygiene services.
Why Choose Lubron?
We work across the UK, supporting businesses with tailored, expert-led water hygiene solutions that keep systems safe, compliant, and performing at their best.
- UK-Wide Coverage
- Certified Engineers
- Sector-Specific Solutions
- Clear Reporting
Let’s Keep Your Water Systems Safe
Whether you’re looking to meet legal requirements or protect your people from potential harm, Lubron can help.