LANDLORD RESPONSIBILITIES
The HSE approved code of practice (L8) advises that individuals, who provide residential accommodation or who are responsible for the water system(s) in their premises, are required to ensure that the risk of exposure to Legionella in those premises is properly controlled. Subsequently, landlords of residential accommodation have a responsibility to safeguard their tenants.
WHAT AM I REQUIRED TO DO?
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) provides a framework for controlling risk of all biological agents (including Legionella). A Landlords responsibility is to identify the risk, either themselves or through a responsible person and implement any necessary measures to control any risk.
A competent person is someone with sufficient authority, competence, necessary skills, knowledge of the system and experience.
DO I NEED A WATER SAMPLE?
A sample is not usually required for domestic hot and cold water systems. It may be required in specific circumstances (Part 2, Para 120)
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON'T MEET MY OBLIGATIONS?
The consequences can be serious. As a landlord you are legally required to manage properties, so as not to expose tenants, residents and visitors to risk. Heavy fines can be imposed if you fail to do so and if someone was unfortunate enough to die from Legionnaires' disease contracted at your property you could even face imprisonment. The risk of this occurring is higher in vulnerable groups of people.
Legionella
Leeds
While we cover the below areas, if you are nearby, get in touch using the details below and we will do our best to try and fit you in for a Legionella Risk Assessment!
POST CODE COVERAGE
Bradford
BD1 - BD24
Leeds
LS1 LS2 & LS3
LS4, LS5, LS6, LS16 & LS18
LS7, LS8, LS9 & LS17
LS10, LS11 & LS27
LS12 & LS13
LS14 & LS15
LS19, LS20, LS21 & LS29
LS22
LS25 & LS26
LS28
Harrogate
HG1 - HG5
Huddersfield
HD1-HD9
Wakefield
W1 - WF17
York
YO23, YO26, YO24, YO30-YO34