Approved by RoSPA
Duration 75 mins
Our Basic Legionella Management training course is ideal for anyone who works with water systems and needs to manage health and safety. The course is fully online and approved by RoSPA, making it easy to access and trusted by professionals.
You’ll learn how to spot and control the risks linked to Legionella bacteria, which can grow in pipes, tanks, and other water systems. Whether you manage a building, rental property, or care facility, this course helps you stay compliant with UK safety laws and protect the people in your care.
Legionella pneumophila, the bacterium that causes Legionnaires’ disease, thrives in man-made water systems. If left unmanaged, it can lead to severe illness and even fatalities, especially in vulnerable populations. Under UK law, duty holders have a legal obligation to assess and manage this risk.
This course supports compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH Regulations 2002, and ACoP L8 (the HSE's Approved Code of Practice for controlling Legionella).
This course is ideal for:
Facilities managers
Duty holders and responsible persons
Landlords and letting agents
Maintenance staff
Care home and healthcare personnel
Anyone with responsibility for water systems in a workplace
No previous experience is required. The content is designed to be clear, practical, and accessible.
In just 75 minutes, you’ll gain the core knowledge needed to understand Legionella and how to manage the risks. The course covers:
What Legionella is and why it's dangerous
Common sources and conditions that allow Legionella to thrive
Legal duties and responsibilities under UK health and safety law
Identifying and assessing the risks in your water systems
Practical steps to prevent or control Legionella
Monitoring, cleaning, and record-keeping best practices
How to implement a Legionella control programme
When and how to bring in expert support
Reduce the risk of Legionnaires’ outbreaks
Improve compliance with HSE and public health guidance
Protect vulnerable people in your care
Show due diligence as a duty holder or business owner
Make informed decisions about water hygiene contractors
Build internal awareness of responsibilities around water systems
With years of experience in health and safety training, Nationwide Platforms is a trusted training provider for organisations across the UK. Our RoSPA-approved courses are designed for real-world application, with clear, practical content delivered online for maximum flexibility.
Whether you're training as an individual or managing compliance across multiple sites, we offer expert support, recognised certification, and a commitment to helping you create safer, more compliant workplaces.
Contact us now to find out availability of our online Basic Legionella Management course. Call us on 01455 552800 or complete our enquiry form
Contact us now to find out availability of our online Basic Legionella Management course. Call us on 01455 552800 or complete our enquiry form
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