Course objectives

• By the end of the course delegates will be able to
• Describe the typical symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease and the types of people who are most susceptible
• Discuss methods of transmission and infection of Legionnaire’s disease
• Explain the key requirements of legislation, codes of practice and guidance relating to the management of Legionella
• Identify key role and responsibilities associated with the management if legionella bacteria
• Describe a risk assessment process and the importance of monitoring and control
• Understand how hot and cold water systems operate
• Identify and apply measures for controlling risks within hot and cold water systems, including testing regimes

Location

Cheltenham

Times

The course starts at 9:00am and finishes at approx 4:30pm.

Additonal Information

This course is run in collaboration with WCS Group. On successful completion of the course, delegates will be awarded the Level 2 Award in Legionella Awareness (QCF) accredited by the Qualification Regulator in England and Wales, Ofqual.