On average there are approximately 200-250 reported cases of Legionnaires’ disease each year in the United Kingdom (UK). It is thought, however, that the total number of cases of the disease may be generally underestimated; infection with legionella bacteria can be fatal in approximately 12% of reported cases. It outlines what legionella is, how it causes harm and what our responsibilities are in safeguarding against it.
About Course
Course Overview
Course Content
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
- Understand of what Legionella is
- Explain how it can cause harm to humans
- Understand their legal responsibilities in detecting and dealing/managing the problem
There is no formal assessment associated with this course.
