Legionella Risks During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted on April 9, 2021

Employers, the self-employed and people in control of premises, such as landlords, have a duty to protect people by identifying and controlling risks associated with legionella.

If your building was closed or has reduced occupancy during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, water system stagnation can occur due to lack of use, increasing the risks of Legionnaires’ disease.

You should review your risk assessment and manage the legionella risks when you:

• reinstate a water system or start using it again
• restart some types of air conditioning units

If the water system is still used regularly, maintain the appropriate measures to prevent legionella growth.

Please contact your Courtley H&S advisor if you need any assistance in managing your Legionella risk.