HTM 01-04 and 01-05 state that all registered dental practices need to have undertaken a Legionella risk assessment and written scheme by this month (April 2011). Specialist Legionella consultancy Building Monitoring Services (BMS) can help you comply with this requirement.

A Legionella risk assessment assesses the water systems within a property with regard to its ability to increase and spread Legionella bacteria which could infect patients and employees. A written scheme details what needs to be done to control the Legionella risk.

BMS are members of the Legionella Control Association, recommended by the HTM, and have created a bespoke, affordable service specifically designed for dental practices.

The specialist service includes a Legionella risk assessment for all water systems present; schematic drawings of systems; and a detailed report of any remedial work required and possible monitoring.

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