Legionella Awareness (Online Course)

What You’ll Learn:

• Understanding what Legionnaires’ disease is and how outbreaks can occur
• Identifying water systems at high risk of developing Legionella bacteria
• The symptoms and potential consequences of Legionnaires’ disease
• Compliance with legislation and requirements for managing Legionella risks

About the Course

Overview
This Legionella Awareness online course is designed to raise awareness of Legionnaires’ disease and the potential risks associated with water systems that may develop the Legionella bacterium. The course provides an in-depth explanation of how outbreaks can occur and the necessary steps to reduce these risks.

Approved by RoSPA and CPD, this course is ideal for those responsible for conducting Legionella risk assessments or managing water systems. Participants will leave with a solid understanding of Legionnaires’ disease and the legal requirements for preventing outbreaks.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:

• Individuals responsible for conducting Legionella risk assessments
• Facilities managers and supervisors overseeing water systems in buildings
• Health and safety officers ensuring compliance with Legionella-related regulations

Why It’s Essential
Legionnaires’ disease can have severe health consequences, and outbreaks are preventable with proper risk management. This course will help participants:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of Legionnaires’ disease and its risks
• Learn how to identify and assess high-risk water systems
• Understand the legal responsibilities associated with Legionella control
• Implement preventative measures to reduce the risk of outbreaks

Key Topics
The course covers essential topics related to Legionella awareness, including:

• Introduction to Legionnaires’ Disease – Understanding the causes, risks, and symptoms
• Risk Factors for Legionella Bacteria – Identifying high-risk water systems and environments
• Preventing Outbreaks – Steps to manage water systems and prevent the spread of Legionella
• Legislation & Compliance – Understanding legal requirements and best practices for controlling Legionella risks

Course Format & Accessibility
This 100% online course offers flexible, on-demand learning:

• Duration: Approximately 45-60 minutes
• Access: Available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Mobile-friendly design – Learn on desktop, mobile, or tablet
• Instant personalised certificate upon completion

Skills Gained / Future Opportunities
By completing this course, participants will:

• Be able to identify high-risk water systems and take appropriate action
• Apply legionella risk assessment techniques in their work
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations to prevent Legionnaires’ outbreaks
• Earn 1 hour of CPD credit for professional development